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Ulises Rodriguez Candela

Software Engineer | Information Security Engineer

linkedin.com/in/ulisescandela

Professional Summary

Results-oriented Software Engineer with 4+ years of experience delivering scalable web solutions and automating enterprise workflows. Proven expertise in the Python/JavaScript ecosystem (Django, React, Node.js) and Database Management. Driving continuous innovation at John Deere by developing security applications and optimizing asset management systems.

Technical Skills

Core Development:Python (Django, Flask), JavaScript (ES6+, Node.js), React, Next.js, SQL
Infrastructure & DevOps:Docker, Linux RHEL, Git, GitHub
Systems & Design:Database Modeling (MySQL, Postgres), API Design (REST)
Enterprise Tools:ServiceNow Development, Observability Platforms, CRM
Leadership & Communication:Technical Mentoring, Cross-functional Collaboration, Problem Solving

Professional Experience

John Deere - Monterrey, NL (Hybrid / Remote in Torreon, Coahuila)

Mar 2023 - Present

Information Security Engineer

  • Designed and developed full-stack internal security tools using Python (Django/Flask) and MySQL, improving asset visibility and network monitoring efficiency across the organization.
  • Implemented containerization strategies using Docker to standardize development environments and accelerate deployment cycles in Linux RHEL servers.
  • Architected and maintained automated workflows in ServiceNow, managing technical decisions for data integrity, configuration items management, business logic for workflows and catalog item optimization.
  • Provided technical coaching and mentorship to team members on ServiceNow development best practices, enabling the team to independently deliver solutions for internal stakeholders.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to define system requirements, ensuring security principles in software development lifecycles.
  • Managed observability and monitoring of critical assets.

HandCloud - Guadalajara, Jalisco (Remote)

May 2022 - Mar 2023

ServiceNow Developer

  • Developed custom scoped applications within the ServiceNow platform to automate complex business processes, directly impacting operational efficiency.
  • Created and optimized Javascript-based scripts (Client Scripts, Business Rules) and API integrations (REST/SOAP) to connect external systems.
  • Led the technical design of catalog items and workflows, ensuring scalability and maintainability of the solution.

Quickapps - Torreon, Coahuila

Sep 2021 - May 2022

Software Developer

  • Executed full-lifecycle web development using HTML5, CSS3, and JavaScript, ensuring responsive design and cross-browser compatibility.
  • Engineered complex data migrations from Magento to Shopify, ensuring 100% data integrity for e-commerce clients.
  • Developed backend logic and API integrations for Zoho CRM using Deluge and SQL, streamlining sales and finance operations.

Education

Universidad Tecmilenio - Torreon, Coahuila

Sep 2022 - May 2024

Master's Degree in Information Technology Administration

Tecnologico de La Laguna - Torreon, Coahuila

Aug 2017 - Dec 2021

Bachelor's of Science in Mechatronics Engineering