Jorge Salgado

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Jorge Salgado Miranda

My Experience

Sr Mobile Engineer, PayPal

May 2024 – Present | Remote

Led development of high-performance native Android apps using Kotlin and Jetpack Compose for a fintech company serving over 426 million users.
Implemented core features such as Add to Wallet functionality, NFC technologies for payments, and push provisioning for credit cards.
Spearheaded UI/UX design with Jetpack Compose and SwiftUI, enhancing user engagement.
Expertise in reactive programming (RxJava, Combine, Flows) and API integration (GraphQL, REST).
Managed multi-module projects, utilizing Firebase, SharedPreferences, and feature flags for feature rollouts.
Optimized app performance with Datadog monitoring and implemented automation pipelines for unit testing and continuous integration.
Collaborated with front-end and back-end teams, ensuring the smooth delivery of features in an Agile environment.
Technologies: Kotlin, Swift, SwiftUI, Jetpack Compose, RxJava, Firebase, Datadog, Jira, Confluence, Git.

Sr Backend Engineer, Flexera

Nov 2023 – May 2024 | Remote

Developed cloud-based microservices using Golang, AWS, and Kubernetes to enhance performance and scalability.
Managed complex PostgreSQL databases and integrated multiple AWS services such as S3 and EC2.
Created CI/CD pipelines with GitLab CI and Jenkins to automate deployments.
Improved system observability using Prometheus and Grafana for monitoring.
Technologies: Golang, Kubernetes, AWS, PostgreSQL, GitLab CI, Docker, Terraform, Jenkins, Prometheus, Grafana.

Sr Native Mobile Engineer, Tienda UNAM

Nov 2023 – May 2024 | Hybrid

Led the development and enhancement of native Android and iOS applications using Kotlin, Swift, Jetpack Compose, and SwiftUI.
Integrated AI-powered chat using OpenAI API, and optimized QR scanning performance with Kotlin coroutines.
Redesigned the application interface with Figma, improving user engagement.
Applied MVVM and Clean Architecture principles to ensure scalability and maintainability.
Technologies: Kotlin, Swift, SwiftUI, Jetpack Compose, OpenAI API, Figma, MVVM.

Chief Executive Officer, Capdesis

Jan 2019 – Present | Mexico City, Mexico

Founded and managed CAPDESIS, developing and launching apps such as Formulae Pro and Formulae Community, achieving over 40,000 students.
Led a team of developers in creating educational apps with Flutter and Dart, providing comprehensive learning tools and AI-based features.
Continuously improved apps based on user feedback, introducing new features and maintaining high standards in mobile app development.
Technologies: Flutter, Dart, Firebase, AI, Android, iOS.

Mobile Developer and Project Manager, iOS Development Lab FI @UNAM

Jan 2023 – Jan 2024 | Mexico City, Mexico

Developed an app using Flutter and MySQL to navigate students to classrooms using geolocation.
Implemented CI/CD pipelines with GitHub Actions and integrated device ID-based professor rating features.
Managed complex backend operations on a VPS, ensuring reliability and performance.
Technologies: Flutter, Swift, Kotlin, MySQL, GitHub Actions, VPS.

Teaching Professional, Udemy

May 2020 – Jan 2024 | Remote

Created and taught 6 comprehensive courses on C programming, Flutter, and mobile app development, reaching over 51,000 students.
Designed interactive exercises, quizzes, and tasks to enhance learning engagement.
Adapted course material to include the latest developments in the field.
Technologies: C, Flutter, Kotlin, Git, Vim.

Project Manager, Audiovisuell

Mar 2016 – Mar 2020 | Mexico

Led audiovisual projects, creating brand experiences and managing content delivery.
Produced high-impact educational content and podcasts, facilitating industry discussions and collaborations.

About Me

Educational Background

I hold a degree in Computer Engineering from the National Autonomous University of Mexico (UNAM), which laid the foundation for my technical expertise and passion for technology. This rigorous program not only equipped me with theoretical knowledge but also with practical skills to tackle complex challenges in the tech industry.

Professional Expertise

As a professional, I have a broad range of experience developing server-side applications using Golang, VPS, and AWS, ensuring scalable and secure back-end services. My client-side development is just as extensive, with a focus on mobile and multiplatform applications using Flutter, and native Android and iOS technologies. My work is driven by a dedication to creating software that enhances people’s lives through seamless functionality and optimization.

Personal Passions and Hobbies

Beyond my professional life, I am a lifelong learner, constantly seeking new challenges and knowledge. My interests span a diverse spectrum from mixed martial arts (MMA) and karate, to dancing, playing musical instruments, and design. I also channel my love for technology into creating online technology courses, sharing my knowledge with others. My ultimate goal is to develop software that not only makes life easier but also works flawlessly.