Software Engineer | AI & Machine Learning
Álvaro ValenzuelaSenior Software Engineer focused on scalable software and AI-driven solutions.
Software Engineer with 6 years of experience building scalable applications, enterprise systems, and data-driven solutions. Currently focused on AI, Machine Learning, and LLMs.
About
About me
I'm a Software Engineer with 6 years of experience designing and developing full-stack applications, enterprise systems, and data-driven solutions.
Throughout my career, I have worked on critical software projects involving high-availability architectures, operational analytics, recommendation systems, API development, and cloud-native applications.
My professional interests are now focused on Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, and Large Language Models. I am particularly interested in understanding the mathematical foundations behind these technologies and translating that knowledge into reliable, scalable software systems.
I combine software engineering experience with an analytical approach to problem-solving, bridging the gap between machine learning research and production-ready applications.
Stack
Technical Skills
AI & Machine Learning
LLM Engineering
Software Engineering
Infrastructure & Cloud
Career
Professional Experience
May 2024 – April 2026
Software Developer Lead — Option SpA
- Led the technical development of critical software products for enterprise environments, including CODELCO.
- Designed and implemented scalable full-stack applications with a focus on availability and performance.
- Coordinated technical teams and established cloud-native development practices.
- Developed high-concurrency applications for retail operations across Chile, Peru, and Colombia.
- Mentored developers and contributed to architectural and technical decisions.
January 2021 – May 2024
Full Stack Developer — CODELCO Advanced Analytics
- Developed operational recommendation systems supporting decision-making in mining operations.
- Contributed to more than 10 recommendation systems for operational teams.
- Integrated data-driven applications with Databricks and enterprise APIs.
- Designed backend services and frontend interfaces using modern web technologies.
- Implemented CI/CD pipelines and development workflows using Azure DevOps.
- Contributed to solutions associated with a reported 2% annual production increase.
December 2019 – January 2021
Software Engineer — Alaya Digital Solutions
- Developed React-based interfaces for industrial applications.
- Built APIs and backend services for operational systems.
- Contributed to software solutions for mining concentrator plants at CODELCO.
Learning
Education & Certifications
Academic Education
Formal academic background
2022–2025
Universidad de Santiago de Chile (USACH)
Ingeniería Civil en Informática
2016–2019
INACAP
Ingeniería en Informática
Certifications
Professional credentials
September 2022
Microsoft Azure Fundamentals (AZ-900)
July 2026
Databricks Fundamentals
Academic
Research
Keystroke Dynamics and Search Behavior for Perceived Task Difficulty Prediction
Research focused on the relationship between typing patterns, search behavior, and perceived task difficulty, applying statistical analysis and machine learning techniques to behavioral data.
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