Rafael Saavedra
About Rafael Saavedra
Rafael Saavedra serves as the VP of Engineering at LogicMark and has held various leadership roles in technology and engineering, including CTO at Drive Time Metrics, Inc. and Co-Founder of PointerTop and LookyLoo, accumulating over 20 years of experience in system architecture and technology strategy.
Current Role at LogicMark
Rafael Saavedra serves as the Vice President of Engineering at LogicMark, a position he has held since 2022. In this role, he focuses on overseeing engineering operations and driving technology initiatives within the organization. His experience in system architecture and technology strategy contributes to the development of innovative solutions aimed at enhancing the company's product offerings.
Professional Experience at Drive Time Metrics, Inc.
Since 2015, Rafael has been the Chief Technology Officer at Drive Time Metrics, Inc. in Sunnyvale, California. His responsibilities include leading technology development and managing engineering teams. With over nine years in this role, he has played a significant part in shaping the company's technological direction and ensuring alignment with business goals.
Background in Startups and Established Companies
Rafael Saavedra has a diverse professional background, having worked in both large organizations and startups. His experience includes co-founding PointerTop in 2016 and LookyLoo in 2017. This versatility allows him to adapt to various business environments and contribute effectively to different types of projects.
Education and Technical Expertise
Rafael studied at Universidad Nacional de Colombia, where he gained foundational knowledge in engineering. He has over 20 years of experience in leading globally distributed engineering teams, with expertise in hardware-phone-cloud connectivity and data analytics. His technical skills are complemented by his contributions to intellectual property and cybersecurity across various roles.
Previous Roles and Contributions
Prior to his current positions, Rafael held several key roles, including Vice President of Technology at Aha Mobile from 2008 to 2010 and Director of Technology at Harman International from 2010 to 2015. He also worked as a Software Architect at Motorola, Inc. from 1999 to 2003. These roles have equipped him with a broad skill set and significant insights into technology development and strategy.