My name is

Victor Martinez

I build software solutions.

I'm a software engineer who builds client-focused software solutions with modern technologies. Leading high-performance teams and mentoring the next generation of engineers.

About Me

A Software Engineer with 15+ years of hands-on experience designing and building client-focused solutions using modern technologies. I specialize in architecting scalable systems, leading high-performance development teams, and fostering collaborative environments where excellence thrives.

Beyond the code, I'm passionate about knowledge sharing and education. I actively teach at universities and professional training institutions, combining real-world expertise with academic rigor to empower the next generation of software engineers.

When I'm not working, I'm usually outdoors — exploring the seaside, mountains, and countryside, or enjoying quality time with family and friends.

Victor Martinez - Software Engineer

Skills & Technologies

Here are some of the technologies I've been working with recently

Frontend

  • React
  • Next.js
  • TypeScript
  • JavaScript
  • HTML5/CSS3

Backend

  • Java
  • Python
  • Kotlin
  • APIs Rest - Resful
  • Oracle DB
  • PostgreSQL
  • MongoDB
  • Test Automation

DevOps & Tools

  • CI/CD
  • Docker
  • Kubernetes
  • Cloud Platforms
  • SonarQube
  • Checkmarx
  • Linux

Other

  • Software Architecture
  • Performance Optimization
  • Observability
  • Post implementation support
  • AI Spec Development
  • Agile Methodologies
  • Team Leadership

Education

My academic background and professional certifications

Master of Software Engineering

2019 - 2023

Universidad Nacional de La Plata, Buenos Aires

The Master's Degree in Software Engineering from the National University of La Plata is accredited and categorized “A” by the CONEAU (Resolution Number 28/21) and National Validity of the MECyT.

  • Published research paper on Springer Nature - Computer Science 2022
  • Published research paper CACIC 2021

Bachelor of Information Sistems

2006 - 2019

Universidad Kennedy, Buenos Aires

The Bachelor's Degree in Information Systems is accredited by the CONEAU (Resolution RS-2017-23890188-APN-CONEAU#ME)

    Academic Publications

    MINERÍA DE PROCESOS APLICADA A LA DISTRIBUCIÓN POSTAL

    Congreso Argentino de Ciencias de la Comunicación - CACIC

    2021

    Work Experience

    Where I've worked and what I've done

    IT Lead

    2023 - Present

    Prisma Medios de Pago

    • Development of new applications and evolution of existing software in a cloud microservices environment with CI/CD
    • Design, development, testing and implementation of restful API's and transactional components for ISO-8583 messaging
    • AWS architecture: S3, EC2, RDS, ECR, EKS, Cognito, Lambda, Open Search, Cloud Watch, Route 53, Cloud Front
    • AI implementation: LLMs, Prompt Engineering, AI Agents, MCP, AI Assisted Development
    • Digital Payment expertise: Tokenization, Digital Card Provisioning, EMV 3D Secure Authentication
    • Compliance & Certification: PCI - Visa - Mastercard standards

    IT Teacher (Part Time)

    2022 - 2025

    Educación IT / ISTEA & Henry

    • Teaching Java courses, APIs, Object-Oriented Programming, JPA, Relational BD
    • Software Engineering subject teacher
    • Teaching: Upskilling - Backend with JAVA, POO, Spring, Maven, Gradle, JUnit, Mockito, TDD, DAO, DTO, JPA

    Software Engineer

    2022 - 2023

    Prisma Medios de Pago

    • Design and implementation of restful API's and transactional components for ISO-8583 messaging
    • Unit Testing: jUnit, Mockito, Integration Testing, E2E Testing, Stress Testing with JMeter
    • Test Containers with DB2 and Postgres databases
    • Tools: Java, Spring Boot, Docker, SonarQube, Git, KeyCloak, Swagger, Open API
    • AWS services: S3, EC2, RDS, ECR, EKS, Cognito, Lambda, Open Search, Cloud Watch

    Software Engineer

    2021 - 2022

    HSBC

    • Java application development with Agile Scrum methodology
    • Writing User Stories and transforming them into atomic tasks for development
    • Training for team members and new collaborators
    • Tech stack: Java, Spring, Spring Batch, APIs, JSON, Docker, Jenkins, SonarQube

    Technical Lead / Project Manager

    2017 - 2021

    Correo Oficial de la República Argentina

    • Development of on-premises solutions for traceable and high security products
    • Integration with internal and external applications via REST API and SOAP
    • Training, team coordination and monitoring of software projects
    • Evaluation of candidates for different roles and project progress reporting to executive management
    • Planning, project estimation, development, deployment and incident monitoring

    Full Stack Developer

    2008 - 2017

    Correo Oficial de la República Argentina

    • Development of APIs and Web Applications
    • Frontend: HTML5, PHP, CSS, JavaScript, Bootstrap, jQuery
    • Backend: Java, API SOAP/Rest, Oracle, SQL Server, JBoss
    • Software design, architecture and database design
    • Survey and documentation of requirements and user stories

    Full Stack Developer

    2006 - 2008

    CartoData

    • Development of Web applications with PHP, ASP, JavaScript, CSS
    • GIS/CAD components integration
    • Database design and management: Oracle, SQL Server, Access
    • Software documentation and database design

    What's Next?

    Get In Touch

    I'm currently looking for new opportunities. Whether you have a question, a project idea, or just want to say hi, my inbox is always open. I'll try my best to get back to you!

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