Lucas Arana

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Chief Operating Officer at Nexton
Lewes, Delaware, United States
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  • Nexton
    Chief Operating Officer
    Nexton
    Apr 2023 - Current (3 years 7 months)
  • Nexton
    Vice President of Talent
    Nexton
    Jan 2021 - Current (5 years 10 months)
    - Increased annual revenue from $1 million to $20 million.
    - Expanded interviewer team from 5 people to 200+, successfully attracting and retaining top talent.
    - Expanded interviewer team from 5 people to 200+, successfully attracting and retaining top talent.
    - Created and developed a successful product and engineering team, contributing to the company's goal of becoming a leaner organization.

  • Nexton
    Sr. Technical Recruiting Director
    Nexton
    Feb 2020 - Jan 2021 (1 year)
    - Increased annual revenue from $50,000 to $1 million
    - Conducted a substantial number of software engineer interviews.
    Led a team of 5 recruiters and helped members achieve success at Nexton and beyond.
    - Streamlined processes by implementing a proper ATS and redesigning the overall structure.
  • K
    Senior Software Engineer & Technical Lead
    Kenwin - COPC Implementation Partner
    Jul 2018 - Feb 2020 (1 year 8 months)
    - Leading the development of a Django REST API to replace a legacy SOAP system, including taking both technical and business-oriented decisions.
    - Implementing strategies to reduce annual infrastructure costs by 65%.
    - Training and mentoring cross-functional teams, including Automation QA, DevOps, and Software Engineers.

  • K
    Senior Full Stack Developer (Python Oriented)
    Kenwin - COPC Implementation Partner
    May 2016 - Jul 2018 (2 years 3 months)
    - Developing with the Pyramid Framework using Python.
    - Working with PostgreSQL and SQLAlchemy.
    - Providing sysadmin support for web services on AWS and Rackspace.
    Using agile methodologies, including SCRUM and KANBAN, and tools such as Jira.

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    - Front end development with Javascript.
    - Using Github for version control.
  • Ripio
    Full Stack Developer (Python - Django)
    Ripio
    Oct 2015 - Apr 2016 (7 months)

    - Developing REST APIs using the Django framework.
    - Building web frontends with AngularJS.
    - Python scripting and unit testing.
    - Designing web interfaces using HTML/CSS and Bootstrap.
    - Working with GIT and implementing security and fraud prevention measures.
    - Slack integrations.
    - Developing with SQL databases.
    - Testing AngularJS applications using Jasmine and Karma.
  • Globant
    Python Automation Developer
    Globant
    Jun 2015 - Oct 2015 (5 months)

    - Worked as a QA Automation, utilizing Python, UnitTest, and Selenium for web automation and scripting.
    - Utilized strong problem-solving and communication skills to effectively identify and resolve issues.
    - Contributed to the improvement of overall product quality and efficiency through thorough testing and analysis.
  • L
    Python Developer
    Leander Games
    May 2014 - Jun 2015 (1 year 2 months)

    - Developed 100+ online casino games, including slots, poker, blackjack and more
    - Python scripting, engine development, and Tornado web framework.
    - Implementing JSON and Flash.
    - Developing and testing modules, including unit tests, bots, and AI.
    - Working with PostgreSQL databases.
    - Providing server administration on Linux systems, including Ubuntu, Mint, and Redhat.
  • P
    Broadcast Engineer (IT)
    Playboy TV Latin America & Iberia
    Apr 2013 - May 2014 (1 year 2 months)

    - Managing Linux, Mac, and Windows servers, as well as MAM systems.
    - Handling digital material management for VOD and channels.
    - Auditing systems, setting up user permissions and security, and debugging issues.
    - Designing workflows.
    - Maintaining strong communication with multiple stakeholders.
    - Creating transcodes for videos, images, and XML files.
    - Debugging Python scripts and administering FORK and ASPERA systems.
  • Freelance (Self employed)
    Technical Support
    Freelance (Self employed)
    Mar 2010 - Apr 2013 (3 years 2 months)

    - Maintaining and repairing a wide range of computer systems.
    - Installing and configuring software, hardware, and peripherals to optimize performance.
    - Providing expert guidance on device assembly and purchasing decisions.
    - Successfully recovering lost data for clients.
    - Providing comprehensive networking and technical support.
  • K
    Work & Travel (Vermont, US)
    Killington/Pico Ski Resort Partners, LLC
    Dec 2009 - Mar 2010 (4 months)
    Participated in the Work and Travel program at Killington Resort in Vermont, gaining valuable customer service and teamwork skills while improving English language proficiency.
Education verified_user 0% verified
  • Universidad CAECE
    Systems Engineering
    Universidad CAECE
    Jan 2010 - Dec 2016 (7 years)
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    Design, Develop and Deploy of a VOD (Video on Demand) Packager in Playboy TV Latin America
    Playboy TV Latin America & Iberia
    Jan 2013 - Current (13 years 10 months)
    - "Vod Packager" is a software designed to fully meet the requirements of a workflow for video on demand. Integrating MAM functionality, transcoding, metadata, video renditions, assets and packages. Compliance 100% with cablelabs and other standards.