Nicolas Esteves
About Nicolas Esteves
Nicolas Esteves serves as the Chief Technology Officer at NALA, where he has significantly contributed to the company's growth and operational scaling. With a background in engineering and mentorship across various fintech organizations, he has played a pivotal role in securing investment and expanding NALA's services internationally.
Current Role at NALA
Nicolas Esteves serves as the Chief Technology Officer at NALA, a position he has held since 2020. In this role, he oversees the technology strategy and development of NALA's consumer and business products. Esteves has played a significant role in scaling NALA's business operations across multiple regions, including the UK, Europe, and the United States. He manages engineering teams composed of professionals from prominent digital banking services, enhancing NALA's technological capabilities.
Previous Experience in FinTech
Prior to his current role, Esteves accumulated extensive experience in the FinTech sector. He worked as a Security Consultant at Typeform.com from 2018 to 2019 and served as a Backend Engineer at Monzo Bank for seven months in 2017 to 2018. Additionally, he contributed as a Mentor at Startupbootcamp FinTech and Black Valley, providing guidance to emerging startups. His experience also includes roles at Curl and ComplyAdvantage, where he focused on engineering and backend development.
Educational Background
Esteves holds a Master of Science in Applied and Industrial Mathematics and Informatics from Université Grenoble Alpes, which he completed from 2007 to 2009. He also earned a Bachelor of Science in Applied Mathematics from the same institution, studying from 2004 to 2007. This educational foundation has equipped him with the analytical and technical skills necessary for his roles in technology and engineering.
Achievements at NALA
During his tenure at NALA, Esteves has been instrumental in securing investment from notable backers, including Y-Combinator and Accel Partners. He contributed to the company's rapid growth, expanding the workforce from 7 to 100 employees within 18 months and achieving a tenfold increase in revenue. Esteves also led the development of products that support a wide range of banking and mobile money services across Africa.
Mentorship and Advisory Roles
Esteves has engaged in various mentorship and advisory roles throughout his career. He served as a Mentor at HACKcelerator and Black Valley, where he provided insights and support to startups. Additionally, he acted as an Advisor for Penfold and Coconut, contributing his expertise to enhance their business strategies and technological initiatives.