Pablo
Torrubiano
me@pablotor.devHi, I'm Pablo! I was born in the 90s, in the suburbs of Buenos Aires, Argentina.
I work as a Software Engineer, specializing in software architecture and full-stack development for web platforms. Not too long ago, in a galaxy far, far away, I led payment projects as Base24 Classic specialist.
I’m driven by the joy of understanding how things work; collaborating with people; and devoting the necessary time to ensure high-quality results.
Experience
Let's go over my work...
WyeWorks
Sr Software Engineer
May 2022 - June 2023
React & NodeJS | TypeScript
Responsibilities
- Software architecture and fullstack development for WyeWorks clients.
Main projects
- ClearSession platform - Health startup based in the US
Wibson (now illow)
Sr Software Engineer
Aug 2020 - Nov 2021
React Native, React & NodeJS | JavaScript & TypeScript
Responsibilities
- Software architecture, fullstack development and infrastructure support for Wibson products.
Main projects
- Wibson Privacy Platform (now illow platform) - illow.io
- Wibson App (deprecated)
First Data
Sr BASE24 Classic Analyst
Aug 2014 - Nov 2018
BASE24 Classic - First Vision Platform | TAL & COBOL
Responsibilities
- Platform leader for credit issuing projects.
- Client contact point for Bancolombia, Grupo Aval and Grupo Éxito, Colombia.
- e2e solutions, including design, development, testing, certification, deployment and monitoring.
Main projects
- Visa Contactless certification for Banco de Bogotá - Project leader
- TUYA credit portfolio migration - Project Leader
- Bancolombia prepaid launch - Project Leader
- Bancolombia credit portfolio migration - Platform analyst
Conexia
IT Analyst
Sep 2012 - Dec 2013
Ubuntu Server, Windows Server, Networking & Telecommunications
Responsibilities
- Level I and II IT support.
Main projects
- Standardization of desktop computers
- Back-up and recovery of critical servers
Projects
But my experience working for companies is only half of the story. I've also tried a couple of things on my own...
Azurro
Van conversion
Jun 2022 - Present
Electrician, carpenter, plumber and mechanic
Van conversion from scratch of an Iveco Daily cargo truck into our home on wheels. By far the most demanding project I've ever done. If you'd like to check out some pictures of this process, click here!
Digital Shores | digital-shores.com
Digital Marketing
Nov 2021 - Present
Co-founder
Web design, online marketing and strategy for self-employed people and entrepreneurs.
Biomedic Engineering Institute | FIUBA
RasPi/Arduino Developer
Jun 2015 - Jul 2016
Collaboration
Development of a real-time sound generation system based on pressure sensors with the aim of helping people with motor disabilities.
Milonga del Bichito
Tango Club
Mar 2014 - Mar 2015
Co-founder
My most artistic project: a self-managed tango club located in San Telmo, Buenos Aires, from 2014 to 2016. We operated every Tuesday night and offered tango classes, live music, and, in my humble opinion, one of the best tango DJs I had the pleasure of listening to.
Abandon PC Store
PCs and Hardware e-commerce
Feb 2010 - May 2012
Founder
My first professional venture involved leveraging my knowledge to set up a specialized hardware business. My main audience was the gaming community in rural areas, where the available options were much more limited. I specialized in sourcing components with the best price-quality ratio at the time, handling logistics, preparing the systems, and shipping. I also took care of the brand image and marketing through specialized forums.
Skills
This is a tricky one. I don't believe there's a useful way to quantify knowledge. So instead I thought about how comfortable I feel using these languages/techs/methodologies. I've just included what I consider relevant, so if not listed, just ask!
I'm proficient with...
A skill that I've used constantly during a long period of time.
JavaScript, TypeScript, HTML, CSS, Tal, Tacl, NextJS, NestJS, React Native, React, NodeJS, TailwindCSS, expressjs, react-router, redux, redux-saga, swagger-jsdoc, i18next, Vercel, ACI BASE24 Classic, Visa VTS Simulator, Mastercard BNET Simulator, Simpp Simulator.
I'm comfortable with...
A skill that I've used a lot, but not recently or with enough depth
Python, C++, Bash Scripting, PostgreSQL, LevelDB, Amazon DynamoDB, puppeteer, react-navigation, aws-amplify, jest, Amazon AWS, Heroku, Docker, Terraform, Travis CI, Linux, Amazon Cognito, Google Firebase, Mixpanel, Google OAuth, Amazon SES, Stripe, ACI TSS.
I've used...
A skill that I've used at some point for a short period of time.
Ruby, COBOL, R, Java, Sparc Assembly, Ruby on Rails, Django, Enscribe DB.
Portfolio
Here you will find some products and code samples I've worked in. Check them out or contact me to have access to the GitHub repos (when available).
Education
Facultad de Ingeniería | UBA
Computer Engineering
2009 - 2016
Incomplete
Ciclo Básico Común
Engineering Entry Year
2008
EEM N°18 - ENSPA
Baccalaureate in Exact & Natural Sciences
2005 - 2008
FUCE Foundation
Computer & Network Assembly, Maintenance and Repair
2006
About me
Technology and social interactions are the two fundamental pillars of my professional life. Not as opposing concepts, but as complementary ones. Just to give a few examples, my enthusiasm for technology grew by participating in hardware forums and their communities. And my notions of leadership are deeply influenced by tango, which, coincidentally, I started dancing in a seminar at my engineering school. I perceive technology through this intersectional perspective.
In my opinion, technology is one of the drivers of social change. Whether that change is for the better depends on us, those who work with it. That’s why we need more diverse and inclusive software development. One that seeks to solve real life issues and focuses on collaboration. This is reflected in my preference for projects that generate a positive impact on their users and promote team culture. And I know that positive change is possible.
After the pandemic, I split my time between Argentina, Italy, and Germany. What initially seemed like a challenge turned into incredible flexibility. Throughout my recent projects, I had the opportunity to work remotely, asynchronously, and independently of my location, without sacrificing team spirit or productivity.
For those of us who have loved ones on both sides of the Atlantic, working like this allows us to be where we want or need to be.
That is technology in the service of people.
That is what I want to achieve.
So tell me, what is your tech utopia?