Jorge Galarza

I'm a versatile Frontend Engineer who combines deep technical expertise with proven business acumen to deliver high-impact web applications. I specialize in React, Next.js, and TypeScript, creating fast, scalable, and user-centric digital experiences for enterprise clients.

Entrepreneurial Leadership

I founded and scaled Wembau Web Development Agency for 10 years, serving mid-size businesses across Ecuador and Argentina. I also created Catapultados, Ecuador's first crowdfunding platform, which successfully raised over $100K for 60+ creative projects. This entrepreneurial background gives me a unique perspective on building solutions that actually drive business results.

AI-Powered Frontend Innovation

I'm actively researching and exploring AI integration for frontend development, focusing on how emerging AI tools can enhance productivity and user experiences. My expertise spans AI-assisted development workflows, and I'm passionate about staying at the forefront of how AI is transforming the frontend development landscape.

Business-Minded Technical Solutions

My MBA in Marketing helps me bridge the gap between technical implementation and strategic business goals. I don't just build features, I deliver solutions that align with company objectives and drive real growth.

Global Experience & Impact

Over 12+ years, I've worked across the USA, Ecuador, Argentina, and Spain. From agency work to independent consulting to building my own ventures, I bring a comprehensive understanding of how to deliver value through technology across diverse markets and business contexts.

Currently driving frontend strategy at Verndale in Boston, building headless websites and web applications for enterprise US clients using cutting-edge technologies.

Professional Journey

Explore the key milestones and experiences that have shaped my career over the past 12+ years.

Senior Frontend Engineer

Verndale

Leading development of high-performance, accessible, and responsive UIs for headless websites and web apps for U.S. clients. Driving front-end strategy and execution with TypeScript, React, Next.js. Managing feature development timelines, mentoring team members, and optimizing complex search integrations including Coveo headless modules.

📍 Boston, USA (Remote) / Quito, Ecuador (Hybrid)
TypeScriptReactNext.jsLeadershipMentoringCoveoAccessibility

Frontend Engineer

Verndale

Built accessible, modern, fast, pixel-perfect, responsive UI interfaces for headless websites and web apps. Developed features using Sitecore, Sitecore XM Cloud, Optimizely, and Next.js. Created interactive UIs from Figma designs and maintained custom React search modules with Coveo integrations.

📍 Boston, USA (Remote) / Quito, Ecuador (Hybrid)
TypeScriptReactNext.jsSitecoreOptimizelyCoveoFigma

Founder & Web Platform Creator

Catapultados

Founded and developed Ecuador's first crowdfunding platform for artistic, creative, and social impact projects. The platform helped 60+ projects raise over $100K to finance social and cultural projects in Ecuador, including albums, films, and creative initiatives.

📍 Ecuador
InnovationFintechPlatform DevelopmentSocial ImpactCrowdfunding

Founder & Independent Consultant

Wembau Cia Ltda

Founded web development & growth agency offering design, development, and SEO/SEM services focused on e-commerce and travel. Implemented React, WordPress CMS websites, e-commerce, and custom web solutions for Ecuadorian and Argentinian mid-size businesses.

📍 Quito, Ecuador
ReactWordPressE-commerceSEOSEMEntrepreneurshipLeadership

Full Stack Engineer

Movimiento CREA - BID/FOMIN

Technology Consultant at a BID/Fomin Knowledge Management project. Provided strategic guidance and implemented web and intranet solutions using Joomla CMS. Determined requirements, defined project scopes, and planned implementations for web and mobile solutions.

📍 Buenos Aires, Argentina
Full StackJoomlaCMSMobile DevelopmentConsulting

Full Stack Engineer Consultant

EYDOS Digital

Identified and optimized revenue flow from new business opportunities by leveraging innovative technology solutions and outstanding digital marketing campaigns. Provided technical guidance and documentation for partner integrations.

📍 Buenos Aires, Argentina
Full StackDigital MarketingBusiness DevelopmentTechnical Integration

MBA in Marketing

University of Buenos Aires (UBA)

Master of Business Administration with Marketing Orientation. Categorized "An" (Excellent) by CONEAU N° 298/04 Resolution. Combined technical expertise with business acumen for strategic decision-making.

📍 Buenos Aires, Argentina
MBAMarketingBusiness StrategyLeadershipEducation

Senior Frontend Engineer

Ferocel SA Liderlogo.es

Created and led web development business unit for graphic and digital design organization. Planned and organized production of web projects including CMS solutions in Joomla and WordPress for clients in Spain, France, and Latin America. Applied SEO and SEM strategies.

📍 Buenos Aires, Argentina - Barcelona, Spain
FrontendWordPressJoomlaSEOSEMLeadershipInternational

Software Engineer

IBM

Developed software for Business Process Management project and Portal Web project for Banco Pichincha. Built web software solutions for enterprise banking applications and intranet systems.

📍 Quito, Ecuador
Software EngineeringEnterpriseBankingBPMWeb Development

Systems Engineer

Pontificia Universidad Católica del Ecuador (PUCE)

Systems and Computer Engineering degree. Participated in Conferencia Latinoamericana de Informática CLEI 2005, 1er Congreso Internacional en Ciencia de Sistemas, and Encuentro Nacional de Sistemas y Telecomunicaciones.

📍 Quito, Ecuador
Computer ScienceSystems EngineeringEducationResearch
Jorge Galarza, Eng. MBA.