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Joaquin Oribe

Engineering Manager

Driving technical excellence and team growth through leadership, strategic planning, and effective communication

About Me

Joaquin Oribe

I am a professional with extensive experience in the consulting industry, having developed applications for diverse clients ranging from startups to Silicon Valley innovators. As a Software Engineer, I excelled in writing quality code and staying current with technology trends.

In my role as a Leader, I have successfully collaborated with various departments and focused on motivating and developing team members. As a Manager, I designed the engineering interview process, co-developed architecture standards, and aligned technical capabilities with market needs, leading to our acquisition by Very Good Ventures.

"Knowledge is like money: To be of value it must circulate, and in circulating it can increase in quantity and, hopefully, in value."
— Louis L'Amour

At Very Good Ventures, I continued to foster a culture of continuous learning and created career paths for senior developers, enhancing retention and engagement. I'm passionate about knowledge sharing, both within my company and beyond, actively participating in Google Developer Groups as an organizer, speaker, and moderator.

Key Competencies

My diverse skill set enables me to lead teams effectively while delivering technical excellence

Leadership

Mentoring

Strong interpersonal skills

Report writing and presenting

Team Building

Excellent communication skills

Data-driven strategic planning

Stakeholder management

Tech Stack

Expertise across multiple technologies and platforms

Flutter

Cross-platform mobile application development with a focus on beautiful UI and performance

Python

Efficient Backend development for complex systems

React

Frontend development for clean and efective websites

.NET

Enterprise application development with C# and ASP.NET

Google Cloud Platform

Cloud infrastructure, serverless computing, and managed services

Professional Experience

A journey of growth, leadership, and technical excellence

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Tech & Partnership Lead

May 2024 - Mar 2025
Stealth Start up NY, US
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Led the technical and partnership development efforts at a stealth startup. Responsibilities include establishing strategic connections, securing partnerships with key stakeholders, and engaging with relevant entities to support the company's goals. Additionally, ensuring the deployment of cutting-edge technology to align with the project's vision and deliver optimal performance.

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Engineering Manager

Jul 2023 - Apr 2024
Very Good Ventures NY, US
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At Very Good Ventures, I led the mentorship of new engineering managers, spearheaded initiatives for knowledge sharing, and played a key role in structuring management frameworks and defining career development paths for developers. As a leader, I prioritized both the professional and personal growth of engineers, ensuring they achieved their goals while providing day-to-day support.

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Engineering Manager

Dec 2020 - Jul 2023
CreateThrive MVD, UY
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Led the design and implementation of the company's hiring process, ensuring the recruitment of top-tier talent. I also co-developed the architectural standards applied across all projects, driving technical excellence and scalability. As a key decision-maker in the mobile department, I focused on team retention, service quality, and cross-functional collaboration between Marketing, UX/UI, and Sales.

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Software Engineer

Oct 2018 - Oct 2020
Urudata MVD, UY
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Itau Bank (via Urudata): Developed internal software to enhance banking operations, including credit card tracking, logistics, and Human Resources software.

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Executive Assistant

May 2011 - Oct 2018
Firtensol MVD, UY
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I supported the company’s directors at a high level, helping keep day-to-day operations running smoothly and making sure departments stayed in sync. I often represented the directors in meetings with key stakeholders.

Leadership & Management

Driving team success through effective leadership and strategic management across the Americas

Leadership Approach

  • Mentored new engineering managers, providing guidance and support

  • Spearheaded initiatives for knowledge sharing across teams

  • Prioritized both professional and personal growth of engineers

  • Fostered a culture of continuous learning and innovation

  • Collaborated effectively with various departments to achieve business goals

Education

Academic foundation supporting my professional journey

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Bachelor of Software Engineering

ORT University of Montevideo

Minor in Business Administration

At ORT, I built a strong foundation in software engineering by developing applications with the latest technologies and best practices. My minor in Business Administration gave me important insights into how businesses operate, helping me connect the dots between building great products and making smart business decisions.

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MBA Starting August 2025

IEEM University of Montevideo

Enhancing business knowledge and decision-making skills

My education combines a strong technical background with a solid understanding of business, helping me bridge the gap between building technology and shaping strategy. The MBA program at IEEM University will further strengthen my decision-making skills and enable me to bring even greater value to the companies I work with.

Get In Touch

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