# Victor Parada > Software Engineer at OctoPD Location: Attleboro, Massachusetts, United States Profile: https://flows.cv/victorparada Experienced software engineer passionate about building impactful products and a proven track record in full-stack development, QA management, and business development. Adept at understanding customer needs, collaborating with cross-functional teams, and delivering high-quality solutions. Seeking a Product Management/Technical Customer Success role where I can leverage my technical expertise, communication skills, and customer-centric approach to drive product strategy and execution. Technical Expertise --------------------------- Front-End Development (Javascript, React, Redux, HTML, CSS, Nextjs) Front-End Web Architecture (NPM) Application Architecture (API's) Backend Development (Node.js) Non-Technical Expertise --------------------------------- Philosophy Arts Psychedelics ## Work Experience ### Senior Software Engineer @ OCTO Product Development Jan 2023 – Jan 2024 | Providence, Rhode Island, United States - Led the development of Utilidata's corporate website from concept to launch, collaborating closely with designers and stakeholders to ensure alignment with business objectives. Successfully managed the client feedback cycle, incorporating user input to deliver a high-quality website built with Typescript, Next.js, and Sanity.io CMS. -Developed the resources site for Karman, a cutting-edge AI platform for grid operations, using Next.js and Sanity.io CMS. Contributed to the platform's success by enabling users to access critical information and documentation. -Spearheaded the front-end development of an AR app for Nokia to use at trade shows. Designed to be used on an iPad built with Next.js, effectively demonstrated the capabilities of a new signal-strength device, enhancing audience engagement and product understanding. - Led the design and development of a prototype for Plans4Care, a Personalized Dementia Care On-Demand app, using Next.js. Defined initial software specifications and managed client communication, ensuring a user-centered design approach. ### Tribaja Member @ Tribaja.co Jan 2023 – Jan 2024 ### Software Engineer @ ProdPerfect Jan 2020 – Jan 2022 | Greater Boston Area - Developed and maintained internal and customer-facing React applications, focusing on delivering high-quality user experiences. - Collaborated with cross-functional teams (design, product) to gather user requirements and translate them into intuitive user workflows. - Managed UI/UX technical requirements from mockups to delivery, ensuring seamless implementation. -Analyzed user data to identify areas for improvement and presented product ideas to enhance application performance and user engagement. ### Customer Success Engineer @ ProdPerfect Jan 2019 – Jan 2021 - Led a team of 10 QA engineers to ensure the delivery of high-quality software products. - Served as the primary point of contact for clients, actively gathering user feedback and analyzing user data to identify and resolve issues. - Prioritized tasks and managed timelines to ensure timely resolution of customer requests, contributing to high levels of customer satisfaction and retention." ### Software Engineer @ Mavrck Jan 2018 – Jan 2019 | Greater Boston Area - Developed an enterprise-level web application using Angular, Node.js, Express, and MySQL, empowering marketers to leverage influencers at scale. - Participated in the entire product life cycle, from gathering user requirements and defining product features to implementation and testing. - Collaborated with cross-functional teams to prioritize tasks and manage timelines, ensuring successful product launches. - Presented product ideas to stakeholders and incorporated feedback to optimize user workflows and enhance marketing campaign effectiveness. ### Full Stack Developer @ Resilient Coders Jan 2018 – Jan 2018 | Greater Boston Area -Technologies: JavaScript, Node.js, Express, React, MongoDB, HTML and CSS. -Good development practices: Focus on clean code principles, design patterns and test driven development (TDD) ### Business Development Representative @ ReferralMob Jan 2017 – Jan 2017 | Greater Boston Area -Responsible for generating new opportunities by growing current client base -Propelled revenue by evaluating market and identifying new prospects -Created sales process from lead to close ### Self Employed @ Automotive Sales & Procurement Jan 2013 – Jan 2017 | Rrovidence, Rhode Island -Managed entire procurement and sales process of vehicles, including purchase, repair and sale -Researched and implemented repeatable model for profitably purchasing and selling vehicles -Sold 30+ vehicles for a total market value of $75,000 ### Sales and Account Management @ Startup Institute Jan 2016 – Jan 2016 | Boston, MA -Selected from a highly-competitive applicant pool for an eight-week immersive tech program -Developed and implemented sales and marketing strategy for International IT security company -Collaborated on a small sales team to develop strategic lead generation plan for early-stage startup ### Cider Maker @ Downeast Cider House Jan 2015 – Jan 2015 | East Boston, MA Key member of the production team in charge of various areas of the brewing process from starting fermentation, pitching yeast, gravity checks, to inspecting final product and carbonation ### Brewer/Sales/Account Management @ Cerveceria Uelts Jan 2015 – Jan 2015 | San Rafael, Mendoza Argentina -Increased product distribution to 5 new territories -Tripled company sales over 8 months -Expanded brand offerings by 2 product SKU’s in Argentinian market -Organized marketing efforts for promotions and special events ### Franchise Owner @ Kirby Company Jan 2010 – Jan 2012 | East Providence, RI -Promoted from Sales Rep to franchise owner in 13 months -Set record for fastest franchise promotion in company’s 100 year history -New England Top Distributor Trainee Award (out of 20 offices), 300+ sales -New England Top Dealer Power Specialist (3 consecutive months), 75+ sales -New England Lead Junior Sales Rep (2 consecutive months), 30+ sales -Developed and managed telemarketing department, Top 5 team in New England ### Real Estate Agent @ RE/MAX Jan 2006 – Jan 2008 | Providence, Rhode Island Launched a career as a million-dollar producer in my first year ## Education ### Sales and Account Management Startup Institute Jan 2016 – Jan 2016 ### High School Diploma New England Christian Academy Jan 2001 – Jan 2005 ## Contact & Social - LinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/in/vhparadajr - GitHub: https://github.com/vhparadajr --- Source: https://flows.cv/victorparada JSON Resume: https://flows.cv/victorparada/resume.json Last updated: 2026-03-22