Nick Aranzamendi
About Nick Aranzamendi
Nick Aranzamendi serves as the Senior Director of Engineering for Dining at Bounteous, where he leads a team focused on digital experiences for the Quick Service Restaurant industry. He has extensive experience in engineering roles at various companies, including DEG, a Merkle Company, and is also a co-founder and managing partner at Grupo KIN S.A.C in Peru.
Current Role at Bounteous
Nick Aranzamendi serves as the Senior Director of Engineering for Dining at Bounteous, a position he has held since 2023. In this role, he leads a team that maintains a proprietary framework supporting over $3 billion in sales for Quick Service Restaurant (QSR) and convenience store clients. His focus includes scaling technological operations and executing product vision and strategy. This position is remote, allowing him to collaborate with a diverse team across various locations.
Previous Experience at DEG, a Merkle Company
Before joining Bounteous, Nick Aranzamendi worked at DEG, a Merkle Company, in various engineering roles from 2011 to 2022. His positions included Director of Engineering for Enterprise Technology, Engineering Manager for Cloud, Integration, and Salesforce, and Manager of Engineering for the Integration Team. He also served as Team Lead for Portals & Enterprise Apps and was a SharePoint Engineer and Full Stack Developer. His tenure at DEG spanned over a decade, providing him with extensive experience in engineering management.
Co-Founder and Managing Partner at Grupo KIN S.A.C
Nick Aranzamendi co-founded Grupo KIN S.A.C in 2019, where he serves as Managing Partner. This role allows him to leverage his engineering expertise and entrepreneurial spirit in a hybrid work environment in Peru. His involvement in this venture reflects his commitment to innovation and resourcefulness, which are also evident in his professional projects.
Educational Background
Nick Aranzamendi has a solid educational foundation in engineering and computer science. He studied at Universidad Católica de Santa María, where he earned an Associate Degree in Systems Engineering and later a Systems Engineering degree from 2004 to 2006. He also attended Park University, obtaining a Bachelor of Science in Information and Computer Science with majors in Software Engineering and Computer Science from 2007 to 2010.
Personal Interests and Skills
In addition to his professional roles, Nick Aranzamendi is an avid DIY enthusiast and seasoned traveler. These interests influence his approach to problem-solving and innovation, fostering creativity in his work. He also operates a restaurant as a side hustle, which enhances his resourcefulness and contributes to his understanding of the QSR industry.