Gonzalo Peña
About Gonzalo Peña
Gonzalo Peña is a software developer currently employed at Palenca in Ciudad de México, with a background in sound engineering and a strong self-taught proficiency in Python. He has previously worked at IBM and Accenture AI, and has a keen interest in cryptocurrency and blockchain technologies.
Work at Palenca
Gonzalo Peña has been employed at Palenca, a company that participated in Y Combinator's Summer 2021 batch, as a Software Developer since 2021. He has contributed to various projects over the past three years while based in Ciudad de México, México. His role involves developing software solutions that align with the company's objectives and enhancing user experiences.
Previous Experience in Software Development
Before joining Palenca, Gonzalo Peña worked at IBM as an Application Developer and Watson Analyst for eight months in 2020. He also served as a Data Engineering Analyst at Accenture AI for 11 months during the same year. His experience at IBM included an internship in Marketing and Communications, where he worked for one year. Additionally, he began his career as a Help Desk Support Specialist at Datawise in 2015.
Education and Expertise
Gonzalo Peña has a diverse educational background. He studied at Universidad Nacional de Tres de Febrero, where he earned a degree in Acústica, Electroacústica, and Digital Signal Processing, completing his studies in 2022. He also attended Acámica, where he completed a Data Science & Machine Learning Bootcamp in 2020. His self-taught skills in Python further demonstrate his commitment to continuous learning in technology.
Background in Sound Engineering
Gonzalo transitioned from a background in sound and acoustics engineering to software development. He studied at Villa Devoto School, where he achieved a Bachillerato Internacional in Ciencias y Letras from 1996 to 2010. This foundation in engineering has contributed to his analytical skills and adaptability in the tech industry.
Interests in Emerging Technologies
Gonzalo Peña is an enthusiast in cryptocurrency and blockchain technologies. His interest in these emerging fields reflects his engagement with innovative solutions and trends in the tech landscape, aligning with his professional focus on software development.