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Diego Moraes

> Senior Software Engineer @ Mercado Libre

📍 Punta del Este, Uruguay● Available for interesting projects
// ABOUT

Developer focused on building efficient, scalable solutions. Currently working at Mercado Libre, one of Latin America's largest e-commerce platforms. I've successfully implemented AI-optimized SEO strategies that drove real business results. My approach combines technical precision with practical problem-solving.

// WORK EXPERIENCE

Mercado Libre

[Current]

> Senior Software Engineer (2024 - Present)

I thrive on solving complex challenges as a Senior Software Engineer on MercadoLibre's search engine team. We handle one of the world's most heavily used search bars, processing over 5 million queries per minute. My role involves analyzing our search applications, identifying areas for improvement, and mentoring teammates to implement optimized solutions. Our work is critical to the success of the platform, directly impacting the shopping experience for millions of users across Latin America.

> Software Engineer (2022 - 2024)

Long-term task estimates, development plans involving coordination of several teams. Mentor of new entries, referent in technical decisions. Implementation of new applications involving communication with different microservices and databases.

> Software Development Analyst (2021 - 2022)

Part of the listing management team where sellers can manage their publications across all countries. Technology stack: React, Node, Java, GraphQL. Clean architecture, cross libraries. Handling ~200k RPM across 10 auto-scaling groups. Monitoring: Kibana, New Relic, Datadog. Team of 16 developers using agile methodologies.

Arkano Software

> Semi Senior Developer

Tech lead working on multiple projects simultaneously with different clients. Stack: C#, SQL Server, ReactJS, Azure.

Prometeo Open Banking

> Developer

Developed internal tools and features in dashboards for API consumption tracking. Implemented the first version of the billing and plans system.

TCS

> IT Trainee

IT Trainee position focused on learning enterprise-level software development practices and methodologies.

// NOTABLE PROJECTS

lahonditadelabuelo.com

AI-Optimized SEO Case Study: Built a restaurant website optimized for LLM discovery. Result: 75 milanesas ordered via Microsoft Copilot. Demonstrated how AI-first optimization differs from traditional SEO.

Tech: AI Integration, LLM-Compatible Metadata, Modern Web

Fuzzer

Python-based fuzzing tool for security testing. Open source project focused on automated vulnerability discovery.

Tech: Python, Security Testing

// TECH STACK

Frontend

  • React
  • React Native
  • JavaScript/TypeScript
  • GraphQL

Backend

  • Python (Django, Django REST, aiohttp)
  • Java
  • Node.js
  • SQL Server

Tools

  • Docker
  • AWS
  • Git
  • Kibana, New Relic, Datadog

Focus Areas

  • Clean Architecture
  • Microservices
  • GO
  • Performance Optimization