Fernando Negrotto
@fernandonegrotto
Experienced software developer and Scrum-certified engineer specializing in LAMP, web apps, and team leadership.
ArgentinaWhat I'm looking for
I am a seasoned software developer with extensive experience building web applications in LAMP environments and leading small, cross-functional teams. At Verizon Business I led a four-member Drupal implementation team and worked closely with colleagues in the U.S. and India.
I design and implement social and collaborative platforms — including MediaWiki enhancements and an internal StatusNet-based microblogging tool — supporting over 15,000 users, and I have contributed to Liferay framework projects. I improve application performance through MySQL optimization, load distribution, and application server maintenance.
As a longtime freelancer I have developed ERP, accounting, vendor, delivery and restaurant order systems, implemented VPN-based multi-branch integrations, and commercialized ERP products for SMEs. I have broad hands-on experience across system analysis, migration (Oracle→MySQL, Cobol→MSSQL), Java and PHP development, and Java-based interfaces between legacy systems and modern databases.
I am a Certified Scrum Master/Developer who promotes TDD, retrospectives and continuous improvement. I value team synergy, balanced work-life flexibility, and mentoring practices that deliver reliable software and measurable business value.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Senior Developer
Verizon Business
Jan 2008 - Present (17 years 9 months)
Led Drupal implementations and a 4‑member team, developed LAMP web applications and social/collaborative platforms used by 15,000+ users, and improved MySQL performance and application reliability.
Freelance Software Developer
Freelance
Mar 1997 - Present (28 years 7 months)
Designed and delivered ERP, accounting, vendor and restaurant order systems for SMEs, implemented VPNs for multisite integration, and commercialized ERP Berta across clients.
Systems Analyst
Municipality of Berazategui
Jan 2005 - Jan 2008 (3 years)
Analyzed, designed and implemented municipal systems including Catastro Técnico and Urban Control, migrated revenue systems from Cobol to MS SQL Server, and developed Cobol‑Java integrations.
Software Developer
Estudio Asya
Oct 2007 - Dec 2007 (2 months)
Developed LAMP web applications and migrated Rapipago S.A. data structures from Oracle to MySQL to support payment operations.
Operations Manager
Wholesale Food Distributor
Feb 1993 - Feb 2004 (11 years)
Managed operations, staff, vendors and finance for wholesale food distribution and led development and implementation of the company ERP and new work methodologies.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
Wall Street Institute (WSE)
English language certification (levels Waystage 3 to Mastery II), English Language
2009 - 2012
Completed English language training progressing from Waystage 3 to Mastery II (WSI's final level).
UCUniversidad de Buenos Aires (Capacitarte)
Professional training courses (E-Commerce and Leadership Executive Program), E-Commerce / Leadership
2011 - 2011
Completed online E-Commerce training and a Leadership Executive Program using coaching techniques.
IAAP Argentina
ITIL v3 Foundations, IT Service Management
2011 - 2011
Completed ITIL v3 Foundations training and obtained the ITIL v3 Foundations certification.
10 Pines
Technical training courses (TDD and Advanced Architecture), Software Architecture / TDD
2011 - 2011
Undertook TDD introduction and advanced architecture courses focused on object design and complex objects.
Kleer – Argentina
Certified Scrum Developer, Agile / Scrum
2010 - 2010
Completed Scrum training and obtained Certified Scrum Developer credential.
Kleer – Argentina
Coaching en entornos Ágiles (course), Agile Coaching
2010 - 2010
Completed an introductory coaching course for agile environments.
Kleer – Argentina
Certified Scrum Master, Agile / Scrum
2009 - 2009
Completed Scrum training and obtained Certified Scrum Master credential.
LILiferay
Liferay Introduction to CMS (course), Content Management Systems
2008 - 2008
Completed an introductory course on the Liferay CMS platform.
Instituto Provincial de la Administración Pública
PHP Programmer (course), PHP Programming
2006 - 2006
Completed professional training in PHP programming.
Instituto Provincial de la Administración Pública
JavaScript Programmer (course), JavaScript Programming
2006 - 2006
Completed professional training in JavaScript programming.
UFUniversidad Tecnológica Nacional – FRA
Java Programmer (course), Java Programming
2005 - 2005
Completed a Java programming training course (SL-275).
UNUniversidad Tecnológica Nacional
Programming Technician, Programming / Software Development
1996 - 2000
Completed a Programming Technician program covering software development and programming concepts.
Universidad Tecnológica Nacional
Undergraduate studies (1st year), Electronic Engineering
1995 - 1995
Attended UTN in the Electronic Engineering program for the first year of study.
Colegio San Martín - Avellaneda
Perito Mercantil, Commercial/Administrative Studies
1988 - 1992
Completed secondary education with a Perito Mercantil degree focused on commercial and administrative studies.
Tech stack
Software and tools used professionally
Availability
Location
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