I’m a software engineer and founder with a track record of delivering scalable, reliable software for Fortune 500 companies and startups alike. I’ve led cross-functional teams, championed clean architecture, and mentored teammates in Elixir and modern development practices. Based remotely with a base in Delray Beach, I partner with product managers and clients to translate business needs into solid technical solutions—from web and mobile apps to distributed systems and image storage services.

Rodrigo Lessa

I’m a software engineer and founder with a track record of delivering scalable, reliable software for Fortune 500 companies and startups alike. I’ve led cross-functional teams, championed clean architecture, and mentored teammates in Elixir and modern development practices. Based remotely with a base in Delray Beach, I partner with product managers and clients to translate business needs into solid technical solutions—from web and mobile apps to distributed systems and image storage services.

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I’m a software engineer and founder with a track record of delivering scalable, reliable software for Fortune 500 companies and startups alike. I’ve led cross-functional teams, championed clean architecture, and mentored teammates in Elixir and modern development practices.

Based remotely with a base in Delray Beach, I partner with product managers and clients to translate business needs into solid technical solutions—from web and mobile apps to distributed systems and image storage services.

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Language

English
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Spanish; Castilian
Fluent
Portuguese
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Work Experience

Software Contractor at PepsiCo
September 1, 2021 - Present
Led new efforts that brought millions in revenue for Pepsi; Drove efforts in implementing patterns and standards in the codebase; Mentored junior team members on learning Elixir and best practices; Worked with product managers to translate business needs into technical needs.
Principal Software Engineer at Rabbet
January 1, 2021 - September 1, 2021
Re-architected main portions of the system; Mentored junior-mid level engineers; Brought new programming standards to the codebase; Helped guide business decisions around development workflows.
CEO/Founder at Threeaccents
July 1, 2017 - Present
Built custom software for Fortune 500 companies; Worked closely with clients to establish problem specifications and system designs; Consulted startups on architecture and system design; Built development and design teams for startups; Built software to automate business processes; Assessed costs and risks associated with developing new features and products; Designed and developed software for web/mobile/hardware applications.
Principal Software Engineer at Venue Genie
January 1, 2018 - January 1, 2020
Built, tested, and deployed scalable, highly available, and modular software products. Wrote code and deployed web component-based front end. Built, tested, and deployed GO REST API to power the entire application. Developed Oriio our image storage and transformation service. Made executive decisions on the growth and scaling of Venue Genie.
Senior Engineer at Vano
January 1, 2017 - December 1, 2017
Built, tested, and deployed scalable, highly available, and modular software products. Wrote code and deployed 2 client-facing PWAs. Built, tested, and deployed GO REST API to power the entire application. Developed Tutchi, a highly efficient fault-tolerant queue notification system. Managed UX/UI decisions. Made executive decisions on the growth and scaling of Vano.
Senior Engineer at Forest Giant
September 1, 2015 - January 1, 2017
Built, tested, and deployed scalable, highly available, and modular software products. Wrote Otis using GO. Led Otis Apps development team. Streamlined deployment process by developing CI tools. Modified existing software to correct errors, adapt to new hardware and improve performance. Wrote code for GE aviation centers across the world. Developed computer software web applications for Fortune 500 companies. Identified and suggested new technologies and tools for enhancing product value and increasing team productivity. Developed intuitive graphical user interfaces using knowledge of serial communications and database design.

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Software & Internet, Professional Services, Media & Entertainment