Gonzalo Melo Viera
About Gonzalo Melo Viera
Gonzalo Melo Viera is a software engineer with extensive experience in product development and engineering management. He has contributed to significant business outcomes through roles at various companies, including Technisys and The Sandbox, and has a strong background in FinTech and AI technologies.
Work at Web3 Pro
Gonzalo Melo Viera currently works at Web3 Pro as a Software Engineer, a position he has held since 2023. His role involves developing software solutions within the Web3 ecosystem, focusing on decentralized applications and blockchain technology.
Education and Expertise
Gonzalo studied at Universidad de la República, where he earned a Bachelor of Science in Computer Science from 2008 to 2019. He also completed a Specialist in Technology Management from 2019 to 2021. His education has provided him with a strong foundation in software development and technology management.
Background
Gonzalo has extensive experience in software engineering and product management. He began his career as a Mobile & Web Developer at Intendencia de Montevideo from 2011 to 2013. He has worked in various roles, including Full Stack Engineer, Engineering Manager, and Product Owner, across multiple companies in Uruguay and Denmark.
Achievements
Gonzalo has a proven track record of contributing to successful company exits through acquisitions by Technisys and SoFi. He played a key role in scaling a product startup to a team of over 50 engineers and led the development of an NFT Marketplace for The Sandbox Game, demonstrating his expertise in blockchain technology.
Professional Experience
Gonzalo has held several significant positions throughout his career. He worked at Technisys as a Product Owner from 2021 to 2022 and as an Engineering Manager & Backend Engineer in 2021. He also served as a Full Stack Engineer & Software Architect at KONA from 2015 to 2016 and as a Technical Project Manager & Backend Engineer from 2016 to 2021.