Matias de Horta

- Worked with small clients on internal tools using Ruby on Rails, building dashboards and admin features.
- Helped stabilize flaky specs, improve app performance, and refactor complex business logic following clean
code and OOP best practices.
- Integrated third-party APIs and built background jobs to sync external data reliably.

- Estimated and evaluated the implementation of user stories, breaking them down into clear and testable tasks
to promote efficient development.
- Contributed to the design of robust database tables for a key feature, applying patterns to ensure its scalability
and performance.
- Provided support to address customer tickets, ensuring tracking of a resolution via the IT service desk.

- Built and implemented an internal structure focused on client growth and internal improvement.
- Led development of processes, including Ruby on Rails training, tools, code-review practices, and DevOps strategies.
- Guided teams to meet SMART goals, achieve quarterly targets, and facilitate client-specific development.

- Developed a Visual Merchandising Platform using Ruby on Rails and PostgreSQL.
- Built a unified system to manage client stores and products, allowing marketing teams to launch campaigns and
auto-generate shipping labels for new items.
- Trained new employees and junior developers, guiding them through the codebase to ensure a seamless
adaptation.

- First exposure to Ruby on Rails projects, gaining a sound knowledge base in web development.
- Worked as a Technical Leader, making key architectural, technology stack, and SaaS tool decisions for new apps.

Graduated from the School of Engineering at Universidad de la República, gaining foundational knowledge in software engineering principles and practices.