Hi, I'm Alessio

Software Engineering Manager

I’m passionate about building high-quality software through clean architecture, modern tech, and efficient practices. As an Engineering Manager, I focus on unblocking teams, refining processes, and fostering environments where engineers grow. I also write at Mind Refactor and created ModularNet, an open-source .NET starter kit.

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My Skills

Software Architecture

Designing modular, maintainable, and scalable systems using modern architecture patterns.

Engineering Management

Leading high-performing teams, improving delivery workflows, and fostering technical growth.

Agile & Scrum

Driving efficient and iterative product development using Agile principles and Scrum ceremonies.

.NET Development

Building backend systems and APIs with .NET and C#, following clean architecture practices.

Cloud & DevOps

Deploying and monitoring applications using CI/CD pipelines, Docker, and cloud platforms.

Recruiting

Building and expanding technical teams by identifying, interviewing, and hiring talented engineers.

About Me

I am a passionate Engineering Manager based in Barcelona. I specialize in leading and scaling high-performing software teams, delivering reliable and maintainable solutions while fostering a culture of collaboration and technical excellence. With a strong background in .NET technologies and Agile methodologies, I focus on improving processes, enabling continuous delivery, and supporting team members in their career growth. Besides engineering management, I enjoy sharing knowledge through writing and mentoring.

My Mission

I am committed to enabling teams to deliver high-quality software efficiently while fostering personal growth and technical leadership. Continuous learning, innovation, and clear communication are at the core of everything I do.

Core Expertise

  • Technical Leadership & Mentorship
  • Agile Methodologies & Scrum Mastery
  • Full-Stack .NET Development
  • System Architecture & Design
  • CI/CD and DevOps Practices

Key Initiatives

  • Pioneered and scaled the Dow Jones technology hub in Barcelona.
  • Led high-performing teams of 5+ developers, providing mentorship and driving technical excellence.
  • Designed and implemented a 3-layer architecture for a new Channel Manager at Kigo.

Personal Projects

A selection of projects I've founded and built

Mind Refactor

Writer & Editor

A publication about Programming, Agile, Management, Leadership and Career advice, where I share insights and experiences from the tech world.

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ModularNet

Creator

An open-source .NET starter kit designed to accelerate development by providing a clean, modular architecture out-of-the-box.

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My Articles on Medium

Where I originally created Mind Refactor

A collection of articles where I share my thoughts on technology, management, and software development.

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Barcelona Startups Networking

Founder & Organizer (Past Project)

An event series for entrepreneurs to pitch ideas, get feedback, and network with other people loving Startups.

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Eveski

Founder (Past Project)

Was a cross-platform mobile app (iOS/Android) built with Flutter and .NET 8, featuring secure authentication and ChatGPT integration.

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MyCookin'

Founder & Team Lead (Past Project)

Served as the first international social network for food and recipes, which grew to over 1000 users and a Facebook page with 10k+ followers.

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Curriculum Vitae

A detailed overview of my professional journey

Work Experience

April 2019 - Present

Manager, Software Engineering

Dow Jones - Barcelona, Spain

  • Pioneered the establishment and growth of Dow Jones' technology hub in Barcelona.
  • Led and scaled a high-performing team of 5+ engineers, fostering a culture of technical excellence.
  • Optimised development processes and release pipelines to improve efficiency and reliability.

March 2017 - April 2019

Technical Lead

Kigo (now a Guesty company) - Barcelona, Spain

  • Designed and adopted a 3-layers architecture for a new Channel Manager.
  • Technically led the team, mentored junior developers, and expanded the team by hiring 3+ engineers.
  • Reached 85% of code coverage with unit tests.

March 2016 - March 2017

Technical Lead

Adazzle (now FreeWheel) - London, U.K.

  • Technically led a team of 9 people and mentored junior developers.
  • Promoted ReSharper as a tool to align naming conventions and improve code quality.

March 2014 - Dec 2015

Full Stack Developer

Orwell Group - London, U.K.

  • Successfully built a new Payment Gateway Service for both FIAT and Crypto Currencies.

Nov 2012 - Nov 2013

Software Developer

Kiwari - Milan, Italy

  • Developed 15+ PHP Facebook applications for major brands like Alitalia, Coop, and Ferrero.

Aug 2008 - Nov 2012

Webmaster

Auchan Italia - Milan, Italy

  • Served as the reference point for the Auchan Italy intranet, a key internal communication portal.

Education

2012

Bachelor's Degree in Computer Engineering

University Of Palermo - Palermo, Italy

2007

Erasmus Student, Computer Engineering

Universidad Politécnica De Valencia - Valencia, Spain

Volunteer Experience

May 2007 - June 2007

IT Assistant

32nd America's Cup - Valencia, Spain

Provided help-desk support, internet connectivity, and configuration for staff and journalists attending the competition.