LRLeo Riviera
@leoriviera
An innovator and software engineer looking for his next opportunity!
United KingdomWhat I'm looking for
As a seasoned software engineer, I've had the privilege of working with esteemed organizations such as Monzo Bank, Ripjar, and Wise. My expertise lies in building and improving payment abstractions, driving technology forward, and defining standards. I'm passionate about fostering collaboration within the tech community and have a proven track record of delivering high-quality solutions that drive business growth.
Throughout my career, I've worked on various projects that showcase my skills in software engineering, from architecting and developing software for excellent health experiences to building full-stack experiences for clients. I'm committed to continuous growth and innovation, always seeking opportunities to expand my skill set and make a meaningful impact.
With a strong background in Node.js, Typescript, React, and JavaScript, I'm well-equipped to tackle complex problems with simple and elegant software solutions. I'm excited to take on new challenges and contribute to the success of my next organization.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Software Engineer (L40)
Monzo Bank
Apr 2024 - Present (1 year 2 months)
As part of the Core Abstractions team, I build and improve payment abstractions to support the bank's international expansion. I independently architect improvements to the stability of Monzo's distributed architecture and contribute to projects that yield significant cost savings.
Innovation and Outreach Lead
Voxa
Oct 2021 - Present (3 years 8 months)
In this strategic role, I outline and execute strategies for technical innovation. I engage with experts, organize events, and contribute to open source projects to enhance technology adoption.
Full Stack Engineer (Level II)
Ripjar
Nov 2022 - Apr 2024 (1 year 5 months)
In the Labyrinth Screening team, I introduce new features to financial crime prevention products. I focus on eliminating technical debt, converting the codebase from JavaScript to TypeScript, and improving CI/CD pipelines.
Software Engineer
Blüm Health
Dec 2021 - Nov 2022 (11 months)
I collaborated with NHS and health organizations to develop software that enhances health experiences. I led the development of Blüm Connect and integrated various medical systems into our solutions.
Backend Software Engineer
Wise
Oct 2021 - Nov 2021 (1 month)
I tackled complex problems by developing elegant software solutions and contributed to transitioning the JavaScript monolith to Go microservices, improving efficiency and reducing costs.
Senior Software Engineer
Voxa
Jan 2021 - Oct 2021 (9 months)
I focused on systems integration to enhance client value, building full-stack experiences using React, Next.js, Node.js, and Python, and integrating various platforms.
Software Engineer
Voxa
Jan 2020 - Jan 2021 (1 year)
I assisted clients in leveraging modern technology to enhance their businesses, focusing on user experience design and end-to-end consulting.
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