I'm David Ramón Chica, a team-focused technology leader with over 12 years in the software industry. I enjoy building software from scratch and guiding cross-functional teams to align with business objectives, delivering high-quality products and measurable value. Throughout my career I've led end-to-end architectures, championed agile practices, and steered the transition from monoliths to microservices. I thrive on turning complex challenges into robust solutions and mentoring engineers to grow their skills and deliver impact for customers and stakeholders.

David Ramón Chica

I'm David Ramón Chica, a team-focused technology leader with over 12 years in the software industry. I enjoy building software from scratch and guiding cross-functional teams to align with business objectives, delivering high-quality products and measurable value. Throughout my career I've led end-to-end architectures, championed agile practices, and steered the transition from monoliths to microservices. I thrive on turning complex challenges into robust solutions and mentoring engineers to grow their skills and deliver impact for customers and stakeholders.

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I’m David Ramón Chica, a team-focused technology leader with over 12 years in the software industry. I enjoy building software from scratch and guiding cross-functional teams to align with business objectives, delivering high-quality products and measurable value.

Throughout my career I’ve led end-to-end architectures, championed agile practices, and steered the transition from monoliths to microservices. I thrive on turning complex challenges into robust solutions and mentoring engineers to grow their skills and deliver impact for customers and stakeholders.

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Language

English
Advanced
Spanish; Castilian
Fluent

Work Experience

Senior Software Development Engineer at Best Secret
June 1, 2025 - November 17, 2025
Contributed to E2E tests with Playwright for inbound and outbound processes of Best Secret's logistics chain; helped define architecture and led migration plans to microservices; established OKR-driven planning and backlog prioritization; achieved ~30% acceleration in delivering value to customers.
Architect Team Lead at Hiberus
June 1, 2025 - June 1, 2025
Contributed to the bank's new architecture, defining architectural principles, standards, and service governance; led the transformation from monolithic architecture to microservices; implemented new working methodologies and architectural artifacts; conducted 1:1 sessions to align personal goals with team objectives and OKRs.
Senior Software Developer at Verisk
May 31, 2023 - May 31, 2023
Led the development of an insurance platform, improved code quality and efficiency with TypeScript, Angular, and Node.js; implemented robust RESTful services and scalable web applications; contributed to Agile processes and CI/CD.
Senior Software Developer at Experian - Axesor
October 1, 2021 - October 1, 2021
Designed and implemented SOAP/REST web services for SIP/EIR and risk management platforms; led migration from monolithic to microservices; coordinated with development teams and stakeholders; implemented 1:1 coaching and OKR-aligned planning.
Full Stack Software Developer at Axesor - Besoftware (BSW)
July 1, 2013 - July 1, 2013
Created and integrated APIs for internal credit applications; enhanced Monitora platform features for portfolio management and risk monitoring; improved frontend features for Monitora; contributed to backend improvements.
Full Stack Software Developer at Solin Sur Informática
April 1, 2012 - April 1, 2012
Collaborated on Crystal Reports for clinical management units in Andalusian hospitals; optimized Oracle data, created a single-page app for directors of clinical management units; improved hospital budgeting visibility.
Architect, Team Lead at Hiberus
October 1, 2023 - June 1, 2025
Led transformation of a monolithic banking app into a microservices-based architecture for Ibercaja's Leasing and Renting project; designed architectural blueprints, standards, governance, and new technologies; defined architectural artifacts and conducted 1:1s; coordinated with Ibercaja to align goals.
Software Development Engineer at Verisk
October 1, 2021 - May 1, 2023
Led development of an insurance platform; improved processing speed by 30% through robust RESTful services using TypeScript, Angular, and Node.js; implemented E2E testing and integrated systems; contributed to migration to microservices.
Senior Software Developer at Experian
February 1, 2013 - July 31, 2013
Designed and implemented SOAP and REST web services serving as the core for SIP E international reports; increased sales for Monitoriza and Investiga by 50%; designed detailed technical blueprints and front-end features for Leasing and Renting.
Full Stack Software Developer at Besoftware / Axesor
February 1, 2013 - July 31, 2013
Created and integrated APIs for internal credit application management in the Monitoriza platform; developed features for client portfolio management and risk monitoring; improved user experience by ~20%.
Full Stack Software Developer at SolinSur Informática
September 1, 2011 - April 30, 2012
Created Crystal Reports for Andalusian hospitals; optimized Oracle database packages; developed a single-page application for directors of clinical management units to view budgets in a clear, efficient way.

Education

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Qualifications

Cambridge B1 Preliminary (CEFR B1)
January 1, 2016 - November 17, 2025
Domain-Driven Design
January 1, 2025 - January 3, 2026
Test Driven Development (TDD)
January 1, 2025 - January 3, 2026
Mastering Product Roadmaps
January 1, 2023 - January 3, 2026
Modern Software Architecture: DDD, Events, Microservices
January 1, 2023 - January 3, 2026
Design Patterns
January 1, 2023 - January 3, 2026
Cambridge B1 Preliminary English
January 1, 2016 - January 3, 2026

Industry Experience

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