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Expert software architect and innovative business leader providing the education sector with technological solutions, including learning and content management systems, SSO integrations, and full stack operability of software. An astute advisor and intermediary between the business of coding and the success of each project. Strong management and communication skills help clients forge a path from concept to software development.

Edify Software Consulting 2010-04-01 —

Partner

[Edify specializes in meeting clients’ digital needs with high quality software solutions for the EdTech and FinTech industries.] Mobilizes and leverages company resources to meet and anticipate clients’ needs, to create viable new client relationships, and to pioneer sophisticated IT and software solutions for the education sector. Administers the EdReady project, a personalized learning and college-readiness assessment application which has gained recognition in the US as one of the most innovative education software programs, supported by the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation.

IDHASOFT 2009-04 — 2010-03

Senior Java Developer

[Idhasoft is a global software and IT services firm providing technology-driven consulting services and solutions.] Developed complex learning management systems (LMS) for education clients. Assisted new recruits in implementing various technologies.

RBX Global 2006-02 — 2009-04

Senior Software Engineer

RBX Global is a Costa Rica-based tech firm established in Atlanta, Georgia (USA). Senior Java developer and team leader in charge of delivering applications with the most sophisticated programming architecture. Managed team of developers and guided them to success using the most advanced web applications such as JSP, Flex, Spring MVC, Hibernate, and Scrum.

Skopos Web Agency 2002-01 — 2006-02

Senior Software Developer

Known at the time as Mercedes Software, it is a Costa Rica-based American company that supports local companies’ software needs using different operating systems, including Linux and Microsoft Windows. Directed software development team using Delphi with Oracle as the database engine for stand-alone applications, including PHP, HTML, and JavaScript for web sites and Java for web applications. Managed company reports using Crystal Reports.

SBG Global 1999-03 — 2002-12

Internet Web Developer and Customer Service Representative

* Internet Department: Created market-driven banners and graphics for various websites. Implemented programming language in PHP and JavaScript. Developed website submission protocol for the top search engines. * Customer Service Department: Provided consistent, reliable, and friendly customer support regarding the company’s mission, accounting practices, and deposits and withdrawals.

BANCENTRO 2001-08 — 2001-11

February

College Graduation Project: Human Resources System for the Bank.

Telepublicidad SBG 1999-01-01 — 2001-01-01

Internet Department

Banners and some graphics for the different web sites, along with some php, javascript programming and site submission in the different top search engines.Customer Service: Customer support in different areas like giving general information about the company, the different ways to handle their accounts making deposits and withdrawals of their money on a call center.1997 Parque Nacional de Diversiones.Accounting: "Costa Rican Amusement Park". In charge of controlling the tickets and game coins income of the park.

Club La Cueva 2017-01-01 — 2017-08-01

Executive Board Member

As the secretary of the board of directors, I worked directly with the organization manager to follow up on tasks, create plans and processes, and help implement board directives.

Instituto Tecnológico de Costa Rica 1997-01 — 2002-12

Computer Science
Bachelor

Colegio Marista de Alajuela High School 1992-01 — 1996-12

Higher Education/Higher Education Administration
High School

Escuela Ascensión Esquivel Primary School 1986-01 — 1991-12

Elementary School
Elementary School

Web Development

  • HTML5
  • CSS3
  • Javascript
  • Bootstrap

Programming Languages

  • Grovy
  • Java
  • PHP

Frameworks and Tools

  • MVC
  • Spring
  • Hibernate
  • CakePHP
  • Highcharts
  • Gradle
  • Git
  • AJAX
  • JSP

Databases

  • MySQL
  • PostgreSQL

Methodologies

  • Agile
  • Scrum
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Adrian is a really great communicator who has a good sense of the little details that make the difference between an okay developer and a great developer! He also brings to every project excellent problem solving and interpersonal skills, making him a real asset.

— Kim Ware

Adrian is a smart and talented developer and team lead. He combines his vast technical knowledge with an excellent capacity to interact with other people. Working with him was a real pleasure.

— Ivan Ramirez