Armando Belardo
About Armando Belardo
Armando Belardo is an engineer currently working at Fern (YC W23) in Brooklyn, New York. He has held various engineering roles at notable companies including Florence, Palantir Technologies, and Google, and holds a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science from Colgate University.
Work at Fern
Armando Belardo has been working at Fern since 2024, contributing to the engineering team. His role involves applying his extensive experience in software development and engineering practices. Fern is a company that participated in Y Combinator's Winter 2023 batch, focusing on innovative solutions in its field. Belardo's position in Brooklyn, New York, allows him to engage with a dynamic team and contribute to the company's projects.
Previous Experience at Florence
Before joining Fern, Armando Belardo served as a Founding Staff Full-Stack Engineer and Vice President of Client Engineering at Florence from 2021 to 2023. In this role, he played a significant part in developing the company's engineering capabilities and client solutions. His work in Washington, D.C., spanned two years, during which he helped establish foundational engineering processes.
Career at Palantir Technologies
Armando Belardo worked at Palantir Technologies from 2018 to 2021 as a Forward Deployed Engineer and Technical Lead for Palantir USG. His responsibilities included deploying software solutions and leading technical projects within the United States government sector. This role, based in Washington, D.C., enhanced his skills in managing complex engineering tasks and collaborating with diverse teams.
Educational Background
Armando Belardo earned his Bachelor's degree in Computer Science with High Honors and Mathematics from Colgate University, where he studied from 2014 to 2018. His academic achievements reflect a strong foundation in computer science principles and mathematics, which have supported his career in engineering. During his time at Colgate, he also served as a Computer Science Teaching Assistant, further developing his expertise in the field.
Internship Experience at Google
Armando Belardo gained valuable experience through internships at Google. He completed an Engineering Practicum Internship in 2016 for three months in Boulder, Colorado, and later worked as a Software Engineer Intern in 2017 for three months in Cambridge, Massachusetts. These internships provided him with practical skills in software engineering and exposure to large-scale technology projects.