MARCO ANTONIO CHÁVEZ GARCÍA
CTO | Solutions & API Architect | Cloud & DevOps Manager
Ciudad de México
Summary
I've dedicated my entire career to the ever-evolving IT industry, amassing over 14 years of invaluable experience in technology consulting and digital transformation. My expertise lies in designing and implementing innovative architectures, including Composable and MACH, as well as delivering cutting-edge digital solutions for clients across diverse sectors such as retail, insurance, banking/fintech, telcos, and more.
Throughout my journey, I've played a pivotal role in the successful deployment of advanced cloud platforms, spanning ERP, CRM, CMS, BPM, Banking-as-a-Service, DXP, and e-Commerce solutions.
My experience covers the entire project and product development lifecycle, from system analysis and design to development, integration, testing, deployment, maintenance, re-engineering, and comprehensive documentation. I'm well-versed in agile methodologies such as Scrum and DevOps , ensuring efficient and high-quality delivery.
As the Leader of the LatAm Tech Practice, I've been responsible for shaping the technological strategy, overseeing operations, driving implementation, and maintaining the highest standards of excellence in every project.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
8
8
Certifications
2
2
Languages
Work History
Director of Technology
VML
04.2022 - Current
- Defined and led the technology strategy across Latin America, overseeing operations and ensuring the highest quality standards in digital solutions.
- Established strategic partnerships with leading companies across Mexico, Colombia, Ecuador, Peru, and beyond, collaborating with organizations such as Grupo Coppel, American Express, Banco Pichincha, Banco Azteca, Bancolombia, América Móvil, Walmart MX, and Farmacias del Ahorro.
- Managed and directed multidisciplinary technology teams across key domains, including Salesforce, software development, digital channels, and cloud infrastructure (AWS, Azure, and GCP).
- Led a team of approximately 30 professionals with diverse expertise, including developers, analysts, architects, project managers, Scrum Masters, DevOps engineers, cloud engineers, analytics consultants, and practice leads.
- Oversaw commercial strategy, service portfolio development, and go-to-market initiatives, strengthening client relationships and driving business growth.
- Collaborated with key stakeholders to define technology requirements and deliver customized solutions.
- Developed strategic technology roadmaps to align with company goals and accelerate digital transformation.
Lead Architect - LATAM
The Cocktail (A VML Company)
03.2020 - 05.2022
- Designed and implemented complex technology solutions for clients across various industries, including banking, commerce, and travel, leveraging modern frameworks and cloud platforms.
- Led and mentored multidisciplinary teams of 20+ professionals, including design and product consultants, project managers, developers, architects, and DevOps engineers, ensuring seamless collaboration and high-quality deliverables.
- Conducted comprehensive risk assessments throughout all phases of project execution to proactively identify and mitigate potential challenges.
- Oversaw project execution, ensuring strict alignment with design specifications, industry standards, and best practices.
- Directed cross-functional teams to deliver complex projects on time and within budget, optimizing efficiency and performance
Integration Architect & Technical Leader
Deloitte Digital
03.2019 - 05.2020
- Designed technical and integration architectures, including development, runtime, and operations frameworks.
- Defined and implemented solutions using integration patterns, automated business process models, and cloud-based services.
- Designed message-driven and event-driven architectures to enhance system responsiveness and scalability.
- Developed custom APIs to enable seamless data exchange between disparate systems, improving overall system functionality.
- Defined enterprise processes and best practices, adapting them to application-specific needs.
- Assisted in the design and implementation of scalable software architectures, ensuring flexibility for future growth.
- Led migration efforts from legacy infrastructure to modern cloud-based solutions, enhancing scalability, flexibility, and security.
Technical Leader & Senior Java Developer
Ultrasist CMMI5
12.2017 - 03.2019
- Designed technical architectures, including runtime and operations frameworks.
- Developed APIs to enhance system functionality and streamline data exchange between disparate systems.
- Resolved technical conflicts and managed dependencies with third parties.
- Designed and developed the project architecture to support scalability and efficiency.
Java Software Developer
Ultrasist CMMI5
01.2017 - 12.2017
- Migrated legacy systems to modern cloud-based infrastructures for improved scalability and security.
- Optimized system integrations, increasing departmental productivity.
- Led the design and development of web services using JAX-WS, Spring-WS and Remote Business Services
- Patterns: J2EE modules implementation based on Design Patterns like Business Delegate, Service Locator, Session Facade, Factory, Decorator, MVC and Singleton
Java Software Developer
Abrasivos Austromex
03.2012 - 12.2016
- Spearheaded migration efforts from legacy infrastructure to cloud-based solutions.
- Developed scalable software architectures and web services for mobile applications.
- Implemented J2EE modules based on design patterns like MVC, Singleton, and Factory.
Analyst Programmer & Developer Jr.
Neta Systems
10.2010 - 02.2012
- Developed web applications using JSP, Struts, Oracle 10g, and MySQL.
- Provided user support and optimized server-side processes using multithreading concepts
Education
Master of Science - Artificial Intelligence
Tecnológico De Monterrey
CDMX 05.2001 -
Bachelor of Science - Computer And Information Systems
UPIICSA – National Polytechnic Institute
Mexico, Mexico 05.2006 - 01.2010
Skills
Cloud computing:AWS, Azure, GCP
Certification
AWS Certified Solutions Architect - Associate
Courses
- Enterprise Data Science in Practice, IBM SkillsBuild (Badge)
- Data Analysis Using Python, IBM SkillsBuild (Badge)
- Architect in Apigee and Cloud-Native Microservices
- Amazon Web Services Essential Training
- Spring Cloud
- Java EE: Web Services
- Jenkins & Docker: Jenkins, Docker, AWS, Maven, Git & Pipeline.
- Spring Framework 5: Web development with Spring Framework 5 (Core, IoC, MVC, JPA, Security).
- Android Certified Professional: Development of native apps with & Material Design.
- Web development: (Java + JDBC + Servlets +JSP + Spring + Log4j + Ext JS)
- Introduction to Web Applications (Apache +PHP +MySQL)
Languages
English
Advanced (C1)
Work Availability
monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Work Type
Full TimeWork Location
On-SiteHybridTimeline
AWS Certified Solutions Architect - Associate
11-2024
Director of Technology
VML
04.2022 - Current
Lead Architect - LATAM
The Cocktail (A VML Company)
03.2020 - 05.2022
Oracle Certified Java SE 8 Programmer I
09-2019
Integration Architect & Technical Leader
Deloitte Digital
03.2019 - 05.2020
Oracle Certified Expert Java EE 6 Web Component Developer
01-2019
Scrum Fundamentals Certified
10-2018
Scrum Master Professional Certificate (SMPC)
04-2018
Technical Leader & Senior Java Developer
Ultrasist CMMI5
12.2017 - 03.2019
Java Software Developer
Ultrasist CMMI5
01.2017 - 12.2017
Certified JavaScript Developer
08-2015
Java EE 7 Application Developer
08-2014
Oracle Certified Professional, Java SE 6 Programmer
07-2012
Java Software Developer
Abrasivos Austromex
03.2012 - 12.2016
Analyst Programmer & Developer Jr.
Neta Systems
10.2010 - 02.2012
Bachelor of Science - Computer And Information Systems
UPIICSA – National Polytechnic Institute
05.2006 - 01.2010
Master of Science - Artificial Intelligence
Tecnológico De Monterrey
05.2001 -
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