Rodrigo Orrego

Tech Stack: PHP, Laravel.

• Lead the development and implementation of full-stack solutions supporting critical systems at Banrisul, one of Brazil's largest banks.
• Oversee technical operations of multiple projects, from backend services to frontend functionalities, while driving innovation and maintaining best practices.
• Provide technical leadership to ensure adherence to timelines and promote continuous process improvements, enhancing performance and reliability across key applications.
• Mentor junior developers, fostering a culture of continuous learning and skill improvement.
• Collaborate with product managers to define technical requirements and develop innovative solutions for complex problems.
• Enhance application performance by identifying bottlenecks and optimizing code.
• Reduce system downtime through proactive monitoring, timely troubleshooting, and efficient issue resolution.

Tech Stack (many different repositories): PHP, Laravel, Python, Django.

• Led the development of key projects at Octane, including an API for the Data Team, a Scalability Test Framework, and Scalability Measurement and Forecast for stakeholders.
• Directed the Features Team in creating and implementing high-impact features, delivering robust and scalable solutions across the organization.
• Mentored junior developers, fostering a culture of continuous learning and skill improvement.
• Collaborated with product managers to define technical requirements and develop innovative solutions for complex challenges.

Tech Stack (many different repositories): PHP, Laravel, Python, Django.

• Led technical operations and solution delivery for clients at Right Balance, an outsourcing company from the United States.
• Acted as Tech Lead, engaging with clients to understand business needs, translating requirements into actionable plans, and managing projects from inception to completion.
• Directed teams of developers, providing technical guidance, overseeing project scopes, resource allocation, and ensuring adherence to timelines and quality standards.
• Actively contributed to solution design, participated in development tasks, and implemented robust testing strategies to ensure the reliability and scalability of solutions.
• Advocated for best practices and continuous improvement, playing a key role in achieving successful project outcomes, and maintaining high client satisfaction levels.
• Mentored junior developers, fostering a culture of continuous learning and skill development.
• Collaborated with product managers to define technical requirements and develop innovative solutions for complex challenges.

Tech Stack: Godot (games), PHP, Laravel (web)

• Founded and lead Studio Caudas, an indie game development studio where I oversee game projects and creative initiatives during my free time.
• Currently developing three indie game prototypes: Cat Idle, Iridescent Path, and Plushiez, all of which are participating in various Brazilian indie game competitions.
• Launched successful new products by combining extensive market research with collaborative input from different departments.
• Evaluated emerging technologies for potential adoption, ensuring the studio stays ahead of industry trends and maintains a competitive advantage.
• Aligned IT strategy with organizational goals, fostering collaboration between technical and non-technical stakeholders.

Tech Stack: PHP, Laravel

• Led the development of EtnoJuris, a web and mobile application built from scratch for statistical analysis and social science research on judicial cases involving quilombola communities and other minority groups.
• Created an essential platform for tracking and analyzing legal data, contributing to a deeper understanding of social justice issues impacting underrepresented populations.
• Enhanced team productivity by providing continuous training and mentorship to junior engineers.
• Improved engineering processes by streamlining workflows and implementing efficient project management techniques.
• Identified system improvements, offering recommendations that resulted in significant cost savings over time.
• Implemented quality control measures to reduce errors, leading to increased customer satisfaction and repeat business.

Tech Stack (many different projects): PHP, Laravel, Python, Django.

• Founded Pensaê to meet the development needs of various clients across different industries.
• Worked as a full-stack developer for a wide range of companies, from startups to big tech firms, in Brazil, the United States, and Europe.
• Delivered tailored solutions for diverse projects while operating through Pensaê.
• Gained extensive experience working with different types of projects and clients, from small startups to multinational corporations.
• Sold the Pensaê brand to a colleague in order to fully focus on my international career, and now transitioned to operating under the name Studio Caudas.
• Continue to provide high-quality development services through Studio Caudas while also developing personal indie game projects.
• Mentored junior developers, fostering a culture of continuous learning and skill improvement.
• Collaborated with my clients' product managers to define technical requirements and develop innovative solutions for complex problems.

Tech Stack: PHP, Laravel, WordPress

• Launched the news portal for SCC, the Santa Catarina affiliate of SBT, Brazil's second-largest television network, and one of the largest in Latin America, through my company Pensaê.
• Established all development and deployment processes, ensuring a smooth and efficient workflow.
• Delivered a high-performing, reliable platform that boosted regional news distribution and audience engagement.
• Developed the Eleições SCC application, integrated with Brazil's TSE system, allowing real-time tracking of national and regional election results.
• Established comprehensive development and deployment processes for the Eleições SCC app, ensuring efficient updates and reliable functionality.
• Enhanced voter engagement and accessibility to electoral information in Brazil through the Eleições SCC app, developed for SBT via Pensaê.
• Reviewed code, debugged problems, and corrected issues.
• Developed functional databases, applications and servers to support websites on back-end.
• Integrated third-party APIs to enhance functionality and improve overall user experience on web platforms.
• Reduced page load times by optimizing front-end assets such as JavaScript files, stylesheets, and images.

Tech Stack: PHP, Laravel

• Developed multiple features for Bling, one of the largest ERPs in Latin America, enhancing overall functionality and user experience.
• Optimized business processes and improved system integration, implementing new tools to streamline operations for a diverse user base on the platform.
• Created integrations for Bling with various logistics companies, which streamlined shipping processes, improved order tracking, and enhanced operational efficiency.
• Continued to work on specific feature enhancements for Bling through my company, Pensaê, maintaining our partnership for several additional months.
• Reviewed code, debugged issues, and corrected problems to ensure a stable and reliable system.
• Built functional databases, applications, and servers to support backend operations for websites.

Tech Stack: PHP, Laravel

• Developed various features for Atlas Technologies, a startup in my hometown, focusing on enhancing product functionality and user experience.
• Built scalable and efficient solutions to support the company's growth in the technology sector.
• Reviewed code, debugged issues, and provided corrections to ensure smooth and reliable operations.
• Created functional databases, applications, and servers to support backend operations for websites.

Tech Stack: PHP, Laravel

• Developed various features for Melhor Envio, a logistics startup in my hometown, to optimize shipping processes and improve user experience, contributing to the platform's enhanced functionality and overall growth.
• Refactored the website from raw PHP to Laravel, including a complete database redesign, to improve scalability and maintainability.
• Created multiple integrations with shipping companies, streamlining operations and enabling better service offerings to meet customer demands.
• Reviewed code, debugged issues, and resolved problems, ensuring high-quality software delivery.
• Built functional databases, applications, and servers to support backend development needs.
• Developed multiple scrapers to support various operational needs, automating data extraction processes for improved efficiency.
• Created a chatbot for the startup, enhancing customer support capabilities and streamlining user interactions.