Antonio Melé
About Antonio Melé
Antonio Melé is an Engineering Director at Backbase and a Board Member at AsFIn, with extensive experience in technology leadership and entrepreneurship. He has co-founded multiple companies, including Nucoro and Exo Investing, and authored the book 'Django by Example.'
Work at Backbase
Antonio Melé has been serving as the Engineering Director at Backbase since 2023. He operates from both Madrid and Amsterdam, contributing to the company's engineering strategies and initiatives. His role involves overseeing engineering projects and ensuring alignment with Backbase's goals in the fintech sector.
Education and Expertise
Antonio Melé holds a Master of Science in Computer Science from Universidad Pontificia Comillas, where he studied from 2004 to 2009. He also completed a program in Embedded C++/C# focused on Electronic Systems and Robotics. In 2023, he completed the Advanced Management Program at MIT Sloan School of Management. Additionally, he has pursued studies in Growth Finance and Entrepreneurial Finance at Moscow School of Management SKOLKOVO.
Background
Antonio Melé has a diverse professional background in technology and entrepreneurship. He co-founded several companies, including Nucoro, which was acquired by Backbase in 2023, and Exo Investing, where he served as CTO from 2017 to 2023. His experience spans various roles, including CTO, CEO, and board member, across multiple countries such as Spain, the United Kingdom, and China.
Achievements
Antonio Melé authored 'Django by Example,' a book published in five editions and translated into eight languages. He has also participated in Techstars Equitech 2024, focusing on a Music Sync Platform. His contributions to the fintech industry include founding and leading several startups, such as Bebenube.com and Light&Energy, showcasing his commitment to innovation and technology.
Current Roles
In addition to his position at Backbase, Antonio Melé serves as a board member and advisor at AsFIn, Financial Advisory as a Service, since 2023. He is also a Tech Advisor at Acrylic.LA in California, a role he began in 2024. His current engagements reflect his ongoing involvement in the technology and financial sectors.