Alicia Tellez Santana
Senior Software Engineer In Devo
Toledo
Summary
Senior Backend Engineer | Java 17 | Spring Boot | Cloud-Native Systems
Experienced backend engineer specializing in building high-performance, scalable, and secure microservices architectures. Expert in Java (8–17), Spring Boot, REST APIs, and cloud-native solutions with Spring Cloud Gateway. Strong background in database design (MySQL, Hibernate/JPA) and API integration. Skilled in designing robust backend systems for critical domains such as emergency services (112) and large-scale retail (Carrefour). Advocate of clean code, SOLID principles, and BDD/TDD practices, ensuring maintainability and quality. Thrives in agile environments (Scrum, Kanban) and excels at collaborating across teams to deliver impactful software solutions.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
2
2
Languages
Work History
Software Development Engineer
Devo
11.2021 - Current
- Built RESTful microservices with Spring Boot (Java 17) and centralized API management using Spring Cloud Gateway.
- Implemented unit tests (JUnit, Mockito) and integration tests (Cucumber) under a BDD approach.
- Developed a persistence layer with Hibernate, JPA, and MySQL. Ensured code quality by following SOLID principles, clean code, and regular code reviews.
- Experienced in working in Agile teams using Scrum and Kanban methodologies to deliver iterative increments.
Technology Manager
Grupo CMC
03.2011 - 11.2021
- Developed and evolved the 112 emergency application, starting with its initial implementation in C#, and later leading its migration to Java, adopting a Model-View-Controller (MVC) architecture to improve maintainability and scalability.
- Gathered and analyzed requirements in close collaboration with the client, conducting needs assessments, and translating them into technical specifications and actionable plans.
- Oversaw the full software development lifecycle (SDLC), from design and implementation to testing and deployment, ensuring high-quality deliverables aligned with client expectations.
- Managed and led a multidisciplinary team of 10 people as Project Manager, coordinating tasks, setting priorities, and ensuring adherence to timelines and budgets.
- Ensured continuous improvement of the application by implementing enhancements based on user feedback and technological advancements.
Analyst Programmer
Thales Information Systems
01.2007 - 03.2011
- Worked as an Analyst Programmer on an internal application for the Ministry of Finance, designed to manage and support the needs of government employees.
Programmer
EAM Associates, Inc.
07.2006 - 12.2006
- Developed applications for Páginas Amarillas using C++.
Programador
Coritel
12.2004 - 07.2006
- Developed applications for Carrefour using Java, focused on internal product management systems to streamline inventory and supply chain operations.
Education
Grado - Trabajo social
Universidad Nacional de Educación a Distancia - U.N.E.D.
01.2012 - 09.2024
Some College (No Degree) - Big data y Business Analytics
INESEM Business School
01.2019 - 01.2020
Curso Java, Programación informática, aplicaciones específicas
Formación Interna Grupo CMC
01.2016 - 01.2016
Master - Animación De Personajes 3D, Diseño De Videojuegos
Escuela Trazos
Master - Programación De Videojuegos En La Tecnología C++
Escuela Trazos
MadridTécnico Superior - Técnico Superior En Desarrollo De Aplicaciones Inf
Escuela De Formación Profesional Optima
Málaga 04.2001 -
Skills
Java Spring Framework
Backend development
Agile methodologies
Timeline
Software Development Engineer
Devo
11.2021 - Current
Some College (No Degree) - Big data y Business Analytics
INESEM Business School
01.2019 - 01.2020
Curso Java, Programación informática, aplicaciones específicas
Formación Interna Grupo CMC
01.2016 - 01.2016
Grado - Trabajo social
Universidad Nacional de Educación a Distancia - U.N.E.D.
01.2012 - 09.2024
Technology Manager
Grupo CMC
03.2011 - 11.2021
Analyst Programmer
Thales Information Systems
01.2007 - 03.2011
Programmer
EAM Associates, Inc.
07.2006 - 12.2006
Programador
Coritel
12.2004 - 07.2006
Técnico Superior - Técnico Superior En Desarrollo De Aplicaciones Inf
Escuela De Formación Profesional Optima
04.2001 -
Master - Animación De Personajes 3D, Diseño De Videojuegos
Escuela Trazos
Master - Programación De Videojuegos En La Tecnología C++
Escuela Trazos
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