Renlester De Guzman
About Renlester De Guzman
Renlester De Guzman is a Technical Lead at Xendit, advocating for Kanban and best practices in software development. With extensive experience in various senior roles across multiple companies, he emphasizes pragmatic approaches and values software craftsmanship.
Work at Xendit
Renlester De Guzman has been serving as a Technical Lead at Xendit since 2021. In this role, he focuses on leading technical initiatives and enhancing the software development processes within the organization. His experience in advocating for Agile methodologies, particularly Kanban, contributes to the efficiency and effectiveness of his team. Xendit operates in the financial technology sector, providing payment solutions that facilitate transactions for businesses across Southeast Asia.
Previous Experience in Software Development
Prior to his current position, Renlester De Guzman held several roles in software development across various companies. He worked as a Senior Developer at iConnect360 from 2010 to 2013, followed by a position as a Senior Software Engineer at MYOB from 2013 to 2015. He then joined Nintex as a Senior Software Engineer for a year in 2015. His tenure at Fave included roles as a Senior Software Engineer from 2016 to 2017, Engineering Manager for Payments from 2017 to 2020, and Senior Software Engineering Manager for Payments from 2020 to 2021.
Education and Expertise
Renlester De Guzman studied at the Technological University of the Philippines, where he earned a Bachelor of Technology in Information Technology (BTIT) from 2002 to 2007. His educational background laid the foundation for his expertise in software development. He champions best practices such as Test-Driven Development (TDD) and refactoring, and emphasizes the importance of software craftsmanship and sustainable software development.
Advocacy for Agile Methodologies
Renlester De Guzman advocates for the use of Kanban as a preferred Agile methodology within his teams. He emphasizes the importance of DevOps culture and Continuous Integration/Deployment (CI/CD) in software development. His pragmatic approach acknowledges the complexities and imperfections of software, driving his commitment to improving development processes and team collaboration.
Passion for Personal Finance
In addition to his technical expertise, Renlester De Guzman has a strong passion for personal finance. He actively invests and believes in the importance of financial literacy. His interest in personal finance complements his professional background in software development, allowing him to contribute to financial technology solutions that enhance user experiences.