MAR KIAN P. DE CASTRO

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Language

English
Fluent
Spanish; Castilian
Beginner
Tagalog
Fluent
Japanese
Beginner
Javanese
Advanced

Work Experience

Freelance Web Developer at Randian HRIS Hayo
December 31, 2024 - September 20, 2025
Enhanced and integrated new modules into the Human Resource Information System; Developed and maintained web applications using .NET and C#; Conducted thorough quality assurance and testing, ensuring optimal performance and seamless integration of new features.
Head Graphic and Layout Artist at The Searcher Publication
December 31, 2024 - September 20, 2025
Led the graphic and layout design team for the annual folio; Facilitated the process of deciding the visual theme and publication style that fits the whole organization's identity; Collaborated with writers, editors, and photographers to integrate content with impactful design; Oversaw the production process, from conceptualization to final release, balancing creative direction with deadlines.
IT Associate .NET Developer at Home Credit Philippines
December 31, 2025 - September 20, 2025
Designed, developed, and maintained backend services and APIs; Collaborated with cross-functional teams (Frontend, QA, and Business Analysis) to deliver new features and resolve technical challenges; Participated in code reviews, applying clean code practices and modern design patterns; Contributed to the full software development lifecycle, including requirements analysis, implementation, testing, and deployment.
Project GMA — Home Credit MobApp (Loan Journey) at Home Credit Philippines
January 1, 2025 - Present
Maintained and enhanced Loan Journey screens in a legacy mobile app using C# and REST APIs; Supported testing via unit tests and collaborated on .feature-based mock data validation; Participated in incident calls, resolved production bugs via ITSD tickets, and aligned fixes with QA and BA teams; Collaborated in Agile sprints and supported cross-functional efforts to maintain screen stability and UX consistency.

Education

Bachelor of Science in Information Technology (Magna Cum Laude) at Polytechnic University of the Philippines
October 3, 2020 - September 27, 2024
Bachelor of Science in Information Technology at Polytechnic University of the Philippines
January 11, 2030 - September 26, 2025
Bachelor of Science in Information Technology at Polytechnic University of the Philippines
January 11, 2030 - September 26, 2025

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Industry Experience

Software & Internet, Media & Entertainment, Professional Services, Financial Services, Education