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Carlos Ponce

Carlos Ponce

Software Engineering Manager | Leading Cloud and CyberSecurity Teams

MX
+526643144140
es, en

Background


About

About

With over 5 years of experience managing cross-functional teams, my focus has been on driving life-changing and impactful projects, ensuring alignment with stakeholder expectations, and enabling team growth through performance evaluations and career development initiatives.

Bringing a strong foundation in Agile methodologies and DevSecOps practices, my mission is to deliver software solutions that enhance and improve lives.

Past experiences as a Full-Stack SWE and Product Owner have further honed my ability to bridge stakeholder and development team priorities, ensuring seamless delivery of cloud services and applications.

The software engineering teams I manage rely on my collaborative leadership to maintain their innovative cloud services, applications, and cybersecurity needs for their products.

Work Experience

Work Experience

  • Software Engineering Manager, 

    Apr, 2021 - Apr, 20254 years

    At Dexcom, I’ve led cross-functional teams to drive the development of innovative software solutions within the Cloud Platform, Mobile Testing, and CyberSecurity domains.
    My role involved managing multiple projects, ensuring timely delivery while maintaining quality standards.
    I also focused on stakeholder management, team performance, and career development, fostering a collaborative environment that exceeded stakeholder expectations.

    • Managed over 5 cross-functional teams in Cloud Platform, Mobile Testing, and CyberSecurity at Dexcom.
    • Delivered 10+ projects, enhancing internal and external systems through microservices and mobile applications.
    • Oversaw 40+ individual contributors, conducting performance evaluations and career development tracking.
    • Fostered strong relationships with over 10 stakeholders, ensuring delivery of high-quality software solutions.

  • Product Owner, 

    Jan, 2020 - Apr, 20211 year 2 months

    I successfully contributed to the development of cloud services that enhance the quality of life for users worldwide.

    • Championed Agile practices, fostering collaboration between stakeholders and development teams.
    • Drove initiatives that improved product quality, resulting in increased user satisfaction and trust.
    • Refined my skills in stakeholder management, Agile methodologies, and cross-functional teamwork.

  • Product Owner, 

    Mar, 2018 - Jan, 20201 year 10 months

    At Thermo Fisher Scientific, I served as a Product Owner, where I directed three development teams in creating innovative SaaS applications tailored for the scientific community.

    My leadership in migrating the eCommerce platform to an API Gateway significantly improved the management of microservices, facilitating seamless integration and scalability.

    • Managed the design and delivery of a Scientific Learning Management Solution, enhancing user engagement and training efficiency.
    • Oversaw the development of a Cloud Credit Management Solution, streamlining financial operations for e-commerce.
    • Cultivated skills in agile methodologies, stakeholder engagement, and cross-functional team leadership.

  • Full Stack Software Engineer, 

    Mar, 2017 - Jan, 20202 years 10 months

    I successfully enhanced cloud-based solutions for scientists at Thermofisher Scientific, focusing on quality and stakeholder satisfaction.

    I engaged in a rapidly changing agile team environment, promoting software engineering best practices under a distributed agile project management framework.

    • Utilized AWS services and programming languages like Java, Kotlin, and Python to develop robust applications.
    • Championed Agile practices, improving team collaboration and project delivery timelines.
    • Conducted unit testing with tools like Mockito and JUnit, ensuring high-quality code and functionality.

  • Software Engineer, 

    Jan, 2015 - Mar, 20172 years 2 months

    My tenure at Softtek was marked by significant contributions to software development and team collaboration across different projects in the Healthcare industry.

    • Utilized ASP.NET MVC and various JavaScript frameworks to implement critical features in health care applications.
    • Engaged in Agile methodologies, specifically SCRUM, to streamline project workflows and enhance team productivity.
    • Gained proficiency in continuous integration tools like Team City and Jenkins, improving deployment efficiency.
    • Actively participated in company-sponsored Hackathons
    • Delivered an impactful presentation for AngularJS V2 @ TJ's BitCenter

  • Systems Analyst, 

    Jan, 2012 - Dec, 20142 years 11 months

    I successfully enhanced operational efficiency and security at TELvista Inc. through innovative software solutions and system maintenance.

    • Developed an Access Control Monitor that improved tracking of employee and contractor access to facilities.
    • Created a custom dashboard for an airline's flight information, streamlining data retrieval for client operations.
    • Utilized technologies such as C#, Asp.Net MVC, and SQL Server to ensure robust system performance and reliability.

  • Database Analyst, 

    Dec, 2008 - Jan, 20123 years 1 month

    I successfully contributed to the data management and analysis efforts at TELvista, ensuring the integrity and performance of critical databases.

    • Utilized SQL Server and SSIS to streamline data processing and enhance reporting capabilities.
    • Developed custom solutions that improved data accessibility and operational efficiency.
    • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to implement Business Intelligence strategies, leading to better-informed business decisions.

  • NOC Engineer, 

    Feb, 2008 - Dec, 200810 months

    I effectively supported Data Center operations at CARI.net, enhancing network reliability and security for clients.

    • Conducted thorough network analysis using Nagios, Nmap, and Wireshark, leading to proactive issue resolution.
    • Streamlined server maintenance processes for both Windows and GNU/Linux systems, improving operational efficiency.
    • Administered web hosting services via cPanel, ensuring optimal performance and security for customer websites.

Skills

Skills

  • Agile Software Development

    agile

  • Problem Solving

    Problem solving

  • Systems Thinking

    systems thinking

  • Strategic Prioritization

    strategic prioritization

  • Data Analysis

    data analysis

  • Java

    java

  • Kotlin

    kotlin

  • C#

    c#

  • JavaScript

    javascript

  • Linux

    linux

  • DevOps

    devops

  • Amazon Web Services (AWS)

    aws

  • Google Cloud Platform (GCP)

    gcp

Education

Education

  • Information Technology, Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA), Universidad Autonoma de Baja California

    - Present

  • Computer Software Engineering, Master of Engineering - MEng, UNIR

    - Present

Awards

Awards

  • Coaching and Feedback for Performance Excellence , The leadership edge

    Awarded on: May 30, 2025

  • Python Fundamentals and Applications , UCSD Extended Studies

    Awarded on: Dec 30, 2024

  • Professional Diploma in Software Engineering , UNIR

    Awarded on: Aug 30, 2024

    Credential ID 2c71f48f-acb9-4d57-a36e-036d46bf9ff2

  • Introduction to Programming Using Python , UNIR

    Awarded on: Jun 30, 2022

    Credential ID 202206/00123

  • Getting Started with Google Kubernetes Engine , Coursera

    Awarded on: Nov 30, 2021

    Credential ID RCCW6PX2JJPB

  • Essential Google Cloud Infrastructure: Foundation , Coursera

    Awarded on: Oct 30, 2021

    Credential ID YEMZD95PRGD3

  • Product Development & Systems Engineering , Udemy

    Awarded on: May 30, 2021

    Credential ID UC-73911118-dfdd-4ca3-b54a-3cba8015fcde

  • Management Skills , Udemy

    Awarded on: Mar 30, 2021

    Credential ID UC-360417ee-259a-421d-a37c-4eea54fd7eb3

  • Certified SAFe® 5 Agile Software Engineer , Scaled Agile, Inc.

    Awarded on: Apr 30, 2021

    Credential ID 1e36ba19-0186-46cd-9a58-0aad91cacc3f

  • Certified SAFe® 5 Product Owner / Product Manager , Scaled Agile, Inc.

    Awarded on: Sep 30, 2020

    Credential ID 44299969-3054

  • Application Security and Secure Coding Training in Java , Codebashing

    Awarded on: Jul 31, 2018

    Credential ID 82aee4dbf684b2e0f6fd4bb366b66d47ece85588

  • Object Oriented Programming with Java , Oracle

    Awarded on: Jul 31, 2016

    Credential ID DEV-FPJ-111-00778

  • MS: Programming in HTML5 with JavaScript and CSS3 , Microsoft

    Awarded on: Sep 01, 2015

    Credential ID F411-6650

  • MCPS: Microsoft Certified Professional , Microsoft

    Awarded on: Sep 01, 2015

    Credential ID F411-6645

  • Scrum Master , International Scrum Institute

    Awarded on: Oct 31, 2014

    Credential ID 33632872332353

Volunteer Work

Volunteer Work

  • Speaker, F5 / nginx

    Sep, 2019 - Sep, 2019

    I got the honor of being invited as a speaker at nginx conf 2019.
    Here I talk about how corporations can perform a digital transformation while gaining revenue during that process.

  • Instructor, Softtek

    Jun, 2016 - Jul, 2016

    I had a lot of fun giving an introductory class to MEAN to my coleages

  • Speaker, Sonata MX & GDG Tijuana

    May, 2016 - May, 2016

    Gave a talk around Angular JS 2 at the BitCenter, Tijuana B.C. México.

  • Instructor, UABC

    May, 2013 - Jul, 2013

    Had an awesome experience working at the "Adultos en plenitud" project!

    Got to teach the elderly basic IT knowledge, so that they were able to use their computers or tablets to do basic tasks, such as to communicate with their loved ones through email.

  • Instructor, UABC

    Sep, 2011 - Sep, 2011

    Was given the opportunity to teach two beginners introduction courses to both Android Development and MongoDB.

    The courses were given during the university's Information Technology week.