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// About Me

Sebastián Iturralde

Quito-based startup co-founder & tech lead scaling high-traffic systems zero-to-one. I lead global teams delivering enterprise AI agents & UI modernization.


2009
Co-founded Zitux
30k+
Monthly Impressions
300k+
Monthly Site Traffic
AI Agents
Enterprise Delivery

// Philosophy
Building software is a lot like writing a story. You need structured architecture, zero bloat, and a seamless path for the user. Whether engineering real-time dispatch systems or indexing data for AI search engines, the goal is always the same: strip away the technical noise so a fast, functional experience remains.

Sebastián Iturralde

Engineering Philosophy


// Trajectory

Professional Trajectory

Lead Software Engineer

Oct 2026 — Present

AvenFort • Phoenix, Arizona, United States

Owns end-to-end delivery of enterprise AI agents, leads remote international developers across time zones, reviews code, and heads a major UI modernization for a site serving more than 300,000 visits per month.

Full Stack Engineer

Jun 2026 — Oct 2026

Crowbar Logistics • Torrance, California, United States

Architected a full-stack logistics quote and tracking portal from scratch, including its databases, user interface, and CI/CD pipelines on custom servers. Partnered directly with sales to support new business.

Full Stack Engineer

Jan 2025 — May 2026

Cosecha Roja Café • Quito, Pichincha, Ecuador

Built frontends for multiple coffee and equipment brands, managed server deployment pipelines, provided technical support, and created content that drove more than 30,000 monthly impressions.

Computer Science Instructor

May 2024 — Sep 2024

Instituto Superior Tecnológico Quito • Quito, Pichincha, Ecuador

Taught computer science courses, mentored students in software development and core CS fundamentals, designed curriculum, and evaluated technical projects.

E-commerce Systems Administrator

Aug 2023 — Nov 2023

Zinner • Quito, Pichincha, Ecuador

Managed e-commerce infrastructure, optimized platform performance, maintained databases, resolved system issues, and ensured reliable online store operations.

Full Stack Engineer

Apr 2022 — Jul 2023

GaelDS • Wallingford, Connecticut, United States

Architected and deployed web applications end to end, building modern user interfaces, backend APIs, and database structures while maintaining performance.

Co-Founder & CTO

Nov 2009 — Apr 2022

Zitux • Quito, Pichincha, Ecuador

Co-founded the company, led its technical vision, architected scalable systems, built core web products from scratch, and managed the technology stack to support business growth.


// Profile

Core Skills & Credentials

Top Skills

  • System Architecture
  • Enterprise AI Agents
  • Full-Stack Development

Languages

  • English Full Professional
  • Spanish Native or Bilingual

Certifications

  • Computer Programming
  • Google IT Support

// Toolkit

Technical Toolkit

AI ENGINEERING & PYTHON

Python Backend & APIs Expert
Enterprise AI Agents Expert
RAG & AI Orchestration Expert
Vector Databases Advanced

FRONT-END ECOSYSTEMS

Next.js & App Router Expert
TypeScript / ES6+ Expert
Node.js Ecosystem Expert
Tailwind CSS & UI Systems Expert

CLOUD & DEVOPS

AWS Infrastructure Expert
CI/CD & Docker Pipelines Advanced
SQL & NoSQL Databases Advanced
Linux Administration Advanced

ARCHITECTURE & LEADERSHIP

System Architecture Expert
UI & Modernization Overhauls Expert
PHP & Legacy Monoliths Expert
Global Engineering Leadership Expert

// Focus

Current Focus

Lead Software Engineer at AvenFort

Owns end-to-end delivery of enterprise AI agents, leads remote developers across time zones through GitHub, reviews code, and heads a major UI modernization for a site serving more than 300,000 monthly visitors.

Software Development Degree (BYU-Idaho)

Studying toward a Bachelor of Applied Science in Software Development at Brigham Young University–Idaho (September 2025–October 2027).

Jamstack Modernization & Performance Operations

Migrating legacy monolithic PHP setups into high-speed Jamstack/SSG platforms while optimizing custom front/back-end systems for top speed, security, uptime, and SEO/GEO visibility.

Custom System Architecture & Operations

Combining full-stack engineering and technical founder experience to build custom web systems, manage server environments, and maintain database infrastructure.


// Education

Education

Brigham Young University–Idaho

Bachelor of Applied Science, Software Development

September 2025–October 2027

Palm Beach State College

Associate of Science, Computer Programming

August 2002–December 2005


Connect & Collaborate

Open to technical collaborations, search architecture consultations, and engineering discussions.