Gaston Beherengaray Calvo
@gastonbeherengarayca
Accomplished Engineering and Product Leader with 15 years of experience.
ArgentinaWhat I'm looking for
I am an accomplished Engineering and Product Leader with over 15 years of experience driving innovation and transformation across diverse industries. My proven track record includes leading cross-functional teams to deliver scalable solutions, optimize product development processes, and enhance user experiences. I specialize in engineering management and product strategy, focusing on leveraging technology to achieve business goals.
In my current role as VP of Technology at Kilimo, I have successfully bridged the gap between business objectives and engineering culture, enhancing delivery throughput by 40%. My leadership has fostered a culture of continuous improvement, and I am passionate about mentoring teams to drive organizational growth through cutting-edge solutions. I have also held pivotal roles at Mercado Libre and Machinalis, where I spearheaded innovative product developments that significantly improved operational efficiencies and user experiences.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
VP of Technology
Kilimo
Jan 2022 - Present (3 years 5 months)
Led the strategic alignment of engineering and product teams, enhancing delivery throughput by 40% and reducing employee turnover to 0%. Focused on bridging business objectives with engineering culture, optimizing financial performance, and fostering cross-functional collaboration.
Product Development Manager/ Engineering Manager
Mercado Libre
May 2019 - Jan 2022 (2 years 8 months)
Spearheaded the development of a product cataloging system and optimized inbound logistics, achieving a 30% reduction in shipping times and enhancing user experience across the platform.
Head of Innovation Labs
Machinalis
Jan 2017 - May 2019 (2 years 4 months)
Led the development of a machine learning product for image fake detection, significantly reducing fraudulent payouts for insurance companies and improving operational efficiency.
Studio Manager
Pixowl
Jan 2015 - Jan 2017 (2 years)
Oversaw studio operations, including leadership and P&L management, ensuring production oversight and strategic direction for successful project execution.
Sr. Engineering Manager
Tangomodem LLC
Jan 2015 - Jan 2017 (2 years)
Managed client relationships and solution delivery, overseeing the end-to-end product lifecycle and P&L responsibilities to ensure successful project outcomes.
Studio Manager
Gameloft
Jan 2010 - Jan 2015 (5 years)
Led studio operations with a focus on P&L management and production oversight, driving strategic direction and creative development for game production.
Delivery Director
Unknown
Jan 2009 - Jan 2010 (1 year)
Enhanced productivity and led team efforts in cost optimization and budget management for multiplatform game production.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
UAUniversidad de Buenos Aires
Bachelor of Business Administration, Administration Management
EPEscuela Superior de Comercio Carlos Pellegrini
Economics
Tech stack
Software and tools used professionally
Availability
Location
ArgentinaAuthorized to work in
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