Daniel De La Torre
About Daniel De La Torre
Daniel De La Torre is a Tech Lead Engineer at Thoughtworks in Ecuador, where he has worked since 2022. He has extensive experience in software development and management, having held various roles in multiple companies over the past decade.
Current Role at ThoughtWorks
Daniel De La Torre serves as a Tech Lead Engineer at ThoughtWorks, a position he has held since 2022. In this role, he is responsible for leading technical projects and guiding development teams in Ecuador. His focus is on delivering high-quality software solutions while ensuring efficient collaboration among team members.
Previous Experience in Software Development
Before his current role, Daniel worked at ThoughtWorks as a Senior Consultant Developer for five months in 2021. His career also includes positions at átiko7 as a Software Advisor and Developer from 2016 to 2017, and at Blue Lizard Games as a Web Developer from 2011 to 2012. His diverse experience spans various aspects of software development, including both back-end and front-end technologies.
Leadership Roles and Management Experience
Daniel has held leadership positions, including CEO and CTO at DERASI - Sánchez de la Torre Soluciones Tecnológicas Cía. Ltda. from 2014 to 2016. He also served as Head of Information Technology Department at CONSTECOIN CIA. LTDA. from 2018 to 2019. His roles involved overseeing technology strategies and managing teams to achieve organizational objectives.
Educational Background
Daniel studied at Pontificia Universidad Católica del Ecuador, where he earned an Engineer's degree in Computer Software and Media Applications from 2002 to 2007. He also completed his Bachelor of Applied Science (BASc) in Physics at Fundación Colegio Americano de Quito from 1988 to 2002. His educational background provides a strong foundation for his technical expertise.
Skills and Expertise
Daniel possesses skills in managing stakeholder relationships and influencing collaborative decision-making. He specializes in utilizing estimation techniques for software development and has a focus on delivering code efficiently, including new features and bug fixes. His expertise contributes to effective project management and successful software delivery.