Mario Cecchi
About Mario Cecchi
Mario Cecchi is a Backend Tech Engineer Specialist at C6 Bank in São Paulo, Brazil, where he has worked since 2021. He holds a Bachelor of Science in Computer Science from Universidade Federal do Rio de Janeiro and a Master of Science in Computer Science from the University of Strathclyde, and has previous experience as a Lead Consultant Developer at ThoughtWorks.
Work at C6 Bank
Mario Cecchi serves as a Backend Tech Engineer Specialist at C6 Bank, a position he has held since 2021. In this role, he leads the Cards squad, focusing on backend development utilizing Kotlin microservices. His responsibilities include gathering requirements from stakeholders and refining architectural solutions to enhance system performance. He emphasizes designing systems for resilience and observability, ensuring that the backend infrastructure meets high standards of reliability. Mario employs agile methodologies to facilitate high-quality project delivery.
Education and Expertise
Mario Cecchi earned a Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in Computer Science from Universidade Federal do Rio de Janeiro, where he studied from 2011 to 2015. He furthered his education by obtaining a Master of Science (MSc) in Computer Science from the University of Strathclyde in 2014. His academic background provides a strong foundation for his technical expertise in backend development, particularly in designing resilient systems and utilizing cloud technologies.
Previous Experience at ThoughtWorks
Before joining C6 Bank, Mario worked at ThoughtWorks as a Lead Consultant Developer from 2017 to 2021. In this role, he contributed to various projects in the São Paulo Area, Brazil, where he applied his skills in backend development and system design. His experience at ThoughtWorks equipped him with knowledge in agile methodologies and stakeholder engagement, which he continues to utilize in his current position.
Technical Skills and Technologies
Mario Cecchi utilizes a diverse range of technologies in his role as a Backend Tech Engineer Specialist. He is proficient in Terraform and various AWS services, including SQS, SNS, RDS, S3, and EKS. His technical skills enable him to design and implement robust backend systems that support the operational needs of C6 Bank. His focus on resilience and observability is integral to his approach in leveraging these technologies effectively.
Internship Experience at Toshiba Medical Visualization Systems
Mario gained early industry experience as a Software Engineer Intern at Toshiba Medical Visualization Systems (Europe) Ltd in 2014. This internship lasted for two months in Edinburgh, United Kingdom, where he was exposed to practical applications of his academic knowledge in a professional setting. This experience contributed to his development as a software engineer and laid the groundwork for his future roles in the tech industry.