Guillermo Castro
@guillermocastro
Professional Software Developer / IT Professional
What I'm looking for
As a seasoned software developer with over 25 years of experience, I have a proven track record of delivering mission-critical business applications for companies across various sectors, including retail and finance. My expertise lies in implementing and rolling out scalable solutions, with a strong focus on learning and getting things done.
Throughout my career, I have worked with a range of technologies, including Java, Spring Boot, and microservices architecture. I have a strong understanding of enterprise integration, having worked on projects that involve connecting multiple systems and APIs. My experience in troubleshooting and deploying systems using tools like Splunk, Dynatrace, and ELK has been invaluable in ensuring the smooth operation of complex systems.
In addition to my technical expertise, I have also honed my leadership skills, having managed external development teams and provided IT support for various organizations. I am confident in my ability to design and implement REST API microservices-oriented applications that meet the needs of businesses.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Contractor
Cengage
Aug 2019 - Mar 2023 (3 years 7 months)
Implemented an API Integration for intra-corporate use using Spring Boot. Implemented and maintained a gateway system to connect several Learning Management Systems with multiple Cengage Content Systems using different APIs.
Owner
Fusivo LLC
Sep 2009 - Present (15 years 9 months)
Provided professional IT consulting services specializing in Java Development
Software Consultant
Cengage Group
Aug 2019 - Feb 2023 (3 years 6 months)
Implemented an API Integration for intra-corporate use using Spring Boot and maintained a gateway system to connect several Learning Management Systems
Software Consultant
Office Depot
May 2018 - Apr 2019 (11 months)
Designed and implemented multiple microservices using Camel with Spring Boot for Enterprise Integration between multiple systems
Software Consultant
Ferguson Enterprises
Nov 2017 - Apr 2018 (5 months)
Designed a microservices oriented REST backend platform for e-commerce
Director Of Information Technology
Ella Paradis
Jun 2017 - Nov 2017 (5 months)
Managed an external development team as well as provided IT support on everything technology related. Designed a REST API microservices oriented application that will serve as the backbone of every system (fulfillment, order management, inventory tracking, etc.).
Software Consultant
Manheim
Oct 2016 - Dec 2016 (2 months)
Development and support of multiple backend systems using Open Source frameworks Apache Camel, Karaf, ActiveMQ
Software Consultant
Zappos.com
Oct 2009 - Sep 2016 (6 years 11 months)
Implemented multiple backend systems for Zappos utilizing modern frameworks like Spring, including API connections to external systems like Stripe, AWS, Amazon Marketplace, and internal systems for product categorization management, warehouse management, etc.
Software Consultant
LeapFrog
Jan 2008 - Jan 2009 (1 year)
Created SOA based services for the Leapfrog Connect application and the Learning Path site using OSS frameworks like Spring, Apache CXF, Mule, Maven2. Worked with Oracle PL/SQL.
Software Consultant
Mystic Coders, LLC
Jan 2008 - May 2009 (1 year 4 months)
Partnership to do contract development work
Sr. Developer
Softtek
Jun 2004 - Jul 2005 (1 year 1 month)
Software consulting for Softtek clients in the US, including GE Wind and Citigroup, on-site and remote.
Sr. Developer
FEMSA Comercio
Aug 2001 - Jun 2003 (1 year 10 months)
Designed, implemented and deployed multiple e-commerce sites using ATG Dynamo Commerce Server and J2EE. Proposed and Deployed a standard development environment using CVS, Ant and Eclipse. Coordinated development with external consultants.
Project Leader
eMonterrey
Nov 2000 - Feb 2001 (3 months)
Designed and implemented an online forum system in PHP. Trained new hires on Object Oriented Programming, Java and UML concepts.
Senior Consultant
Dextra Technologies
Jun 1997 - Oct 2000 (3 years 4 months)
Designed and developed multiple Java based systems for Dextra Tehcnologies's clients including Inktomi, Apple, Portal Software, and other companies in the financial and tech market.
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