# Justin Castro

> Staff Backend Software Engineer @ OpenPhone

Location: Portland, Oregon, United States
Profile: https://flows.cv/justincastro

Results-oriented Senior Software Engineer with a robust background in backend development and a
strong ability to comprehend systems with an architectural mindset. Committed to maintaining
up-to-date knowledge by actively engaging in frontline work. Adept at debugging complex issues and
driven by the passion for reducing technical debt. Skilled in collaborating directly with stakeholders and
designers to gather requirements, ensuring transparent communication throughout the development
process. Seeking to leverage my expertise and strong problem-solving skills in the pursuit of a Staff
Engineer role, where I can contribute to optimizing system performance, enhancing architecture, and
fostering seamless collaboration across teams

## Work Experience
### Staff Backend Software Engineer @ OpenPhone
Jan 2023 – Present

### Senior Software Engineer @ MURAL
Jan 2021 – Jan 2023

### Senior Software Architect @ Casting Depot
Jan 2020 – Jan 2021

### Chief Architect @ Preferred Maintenance Company
Jan 2019 – Jan 2020
Built the company's technology from the ground up. Architected, wrote, and debugged all of their software. Focused primarily on API, database, and backend services.

### Software Engineer @ NICKL Inc.
Jan 2018 – Jan 2019

### Programmer @ Exigo Office
Jan 2016 – Jan 2018 | Dallas/Fort Worth Area

### Quality Assurance @ WorkMarket
Jan 2011 – Jan 2016 | Greater New York City Area


## Education
### Bachelor of Science - BS in Psychology
Long Island University
Jan 2012 – Jan 2014

### Psychology
Nassau Community College
Jan 2011 – Jan 2012

### Psychology
Elgin Community College
Jan 2010 – Jan 2011


## Contact & Social
- LinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/in/justin-castro-2a8b4031

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Last updated: 2026-03-22