Tomás García Arévalo
About Tomás García Arévalo
Tomás García Arévalo is a Lead Principal and Engineering Manager at Backbase in Guadalajara, Mexico, where he has worked since 2021. He has a background in mobile and web development, with previous roles at iTexico, Tata Consultancy Services, and Cognizant.
Work at Backbase
Tomás García Arévalo has been employed at Backbase since 2021, serving as Lead Principal and Engineering Manager. In this role, he is responsible for overseeing engineering projects and managing team dynamics. He has been instrumental in enhancing both technical and managerial aspects within the team, focusing on achieving team objectives and improving communication. His leadership is directed towards guiding the team in meeting their goals effectively.
Previous Experience
Before joining Backbase, Tomás worked at Cognizant as a Senior Android Developer from 2018 to 2021. His role involved developing mobile applications and contributing to project success in the Guadalajara area. Prior to that, he was employed at iTexico as a Mobile and Web Developer from 2012 to 2014. He also gained experience at Tata Consultancy Services as a Support Engineer for nine months in 2009. This diverse background has equipped him with a broad skill set in software development and team management.
Education and Expertise
Tomás studied at Universidad de Guadalajara, where he earned a degree in Computer Science, specializing in Programming and Databases from 2002 to 2007. He furthered his education at ITESO Universidad Jesuita de Guadalajara, completing a Diplomado in Entrepreneurship from 2007 to 2008. His academic background provides a strong foundation in both technical skills and entrepreneurial thinking, which he applies in his current role.
Skills Development Initiatives
In his current position, Tomás has been actively involved in improving both soft and hard skills within the mobile team. He emphasizes the importance of achieving team OKRs (Objectives and Key Results) to foster better communication and collaboration among team members. His focus on skills development contributes to the overall effectiveness and productivity of the engineering team.