Curriculum vitae

Last update December 2025

Fractional CTO and Full Stack Developer with many years (+29) of experience delivering scalable, accessible, and high-impact digital solutions.
Proven track record leading technology strategy for startups and SMEs across Europe, combining hands-on development expertise with strategic architectural vision.
Specialized in building mission-critical systems for government institutions, sustainable mobility, and innovative tech sectors. Deeply committed to accessibility, inclusion, and creating technology that serves as a real enabler for people and businesses.

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Core competencies

  • Technical leadership: technology strategy, system architecture, roadmap planning and team mentoring;
  • Developmewnt: full stack development, microservices, cloud infrastructure and CI/CD pipelines;
  • Specializations: EVCS/OCPP systems, blockchain, IoT integration and accessibility compliance;
  • Languages: PHP, Python, GoLang, Ruby/Rails, Java, C#, JavaScript.
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Professional experience

E-Tank Limited United Kingdom and Switzerland, March 2020 – Present

Fractional CTO and Full stack developer

Lead technology strategy and deliver end-to-end software solutions for startups and SMEs, specializing in electric vehicle charging systems and enterprise web applications.

  • Built scalable full-stack web applications using modern tech stacks, from database design to cloud deployment;
  • Integrated complex third-party systems including payment gateways, cloud services, and IoT platforms;
  • Provided strategic technology leadership, guiding technical decisions and roadmap planning.

Key achievements

  • Implemented microservices architectures on cloud infrastructure with CI/CD pipelines;
  • Delivered technical mentoring and strategic consulting for development teams.

YouPower AG Mezzovico, Switzerland, 2021 – 2024

Fractional CTO

Directed technology strategy for electric vehicle charging and power balancing solutions, focusing on scalability and regulatory compliance.

  • Architected comprehensive EVCS management platforms with full OCPP protocol implementation;
  • Delivered enterprise-grade real-time monitoring, billing systems, and user management for charging networks;
  • Ensured system reliability and performance under high-load conditions.

Key achievements

  • Successfully deployed OCPP-compliant systems processing thousands of daily charging sessions with 99.9% uptime.

UBOT41 SAGrono-Lugano, Switzerland, November 2017 – May 2021

Co-Founder and Lead developer

Co-founded blockchain-focused company delivering software and infrastructure services for the emerging blockchain sector.

  • Established one of Switzerland's first professional cryptocurrency mining operations;
  • Developed custom blockchain integration solutions and smart contract implementations;
  • Built scalable infrastructure supporting high-performance distributed systems.

Growlab s.r.l. Civitavecchia, Italy, September 2010 – May 2021

Co-Founder and Fractional CTO

Co-founded agile digital lab focused on delivering high-impact custom solutions for government and enterprise clients. Led technology strategy, architecture decisions, and hands-on implementation of mission-critical systems.

Notable projects

  • SE.C.O.LI (now Fast It): official portal for Italian Ministry of Foreign Affairs for consular services abroad, serving millions of Italian citizens worldwide;
  • Limes: event management and disaster recovery system for consular crisis response in emergency situations;
  • SMinSMae: platform for electoral procedure management and verification for Italian citizens abroad.

Impact

Delivered systems still in active use today, serving Italian citizens and diplomatic services globally.

Sirol Kft Györ-Budaors, Hungary, July 2013 – January 2018

Co-Founder and Fractional CTO

Led end-to-end technological development for sustainable urban mobility products, from concept through manufacturing e-bike, e-cargo bike, multi purpose vehicles like tuk-tuk and mini buses.

  • Designed and developed electric bicycles and cargo bikes integrating embedded systems and IoT technologies;
  • Managed complete product lifecycle: engineering, design, embedded software, and production workflows;
  • Collaborated with cross functional teams including designers, engineers, and international suppliers;
  • Delivered market-ready products combining mechanical engineering with digital innovation.

Growlab Albania S.h.p.k. Tirana, Albania, May 2014 – December 2017

Co-Founder and Fractional CTO

Founded independent spin-off targeting Eastern European markets. Built and managed local development teams while maintaining delivery standards for international clients.

  • Established operations and recruited technical talent in emerging market;
  • Delivered digital solutions for EU-based clients from Albanian development center;
  • Managed cross-border team coordination and client relationships.

Ledit 03 S.h.p.k.Tirana, Albania, December 2012 – May 2014

Co-Founder and Fractional CTO

Co-founded company specializing in innovative LED lighting system design and manufacturing.

  • Directed technology strategy, product development, and manufacturing processes;
  • Integrated custom electronics, embedded systems, and production automation;
  • Managed supplier relationships and quality control systems.

Retos s.r.l. Rome, Italy, September 2006 – November 2012

Fractional CTO and Developer

Software developer for Italian Ministry of Justice, delivering and maintaining mission-critical applications and central systems.

  • Developed secure, scalable applications using PHP, Java, Java ME, and C#;
  • Contributed to systems handling sensitive judicial data with strict security requirements;
  • Other applications (still under NDA).

Morgan s.p.a. Formello, Rome, Italy, March 2009 – September 2010

Lead developer

Ruby on Rails specialist for public and private sector clients, delivering enterprise solutions, API integrations, and CMS-based websites using WordPress and Typo3.

Key clients

  • ENI
  • MIUR (Italian Ministry of Education, University and Research), now MIM (Ministry of Education and Merit)
  • ICE (Italian Trade & Investment Agency)

Notable achievement

Developed world's first integration between Ruby on Rails and Liferay portal platform, with various libraries porting and creating a connector working locally as a websock.

MEC Informatica s.r.l.Rome, Italy, December 2008 – March 2009

Accessibility consultant and Developer

Provided accessibility consulting and .NET development for aerospace and defense sectors.

  • Delivered accessibility compliance solutions for Telespazio and Augusta Westland (Leonardo);
  • Ensured WCAG compliance and inclusive design implementation;
  • Other applications (still under NDA).

Eustema s.p.a.Rome, Italy, April 2007 – December 2008

Accessibility consultant

Accessibility consultant for INAIL (Italian National Institute for Insurance), ensuring compliance with Italian accessibility law (Legge Stanca, 4/2004).

  • Developed accessible institutional portals meeting legal requirements;
  • Built custom Java JSP tag libraries for rendering accessibility-compliant content;
  • Trained internal development teams on accessibility best practices and compliance standards.

B-Tech.net s.r.l. Rome, Italy, October 2006 – December 2008

Accessibility consultant and Developer

Accessibility consulting for Legge Stanca (4/2004) compliance with Java and C++ development.

DisaBike project Civitavecchia-Latina, Italy 2003 – 2010

Accessibility advocate and Technical consultant

Participated in groundbreaking initiative enabling people with disabilities to return to motorcycling, helping approximately 500 individuals regain independence and mobility.

  • Co-authored official adaptation handbook for motorcycles, tricycles, and quadricycles for Italian Ministry of Transport, establishing national technical standards;
  • Provided technical consultation on vehicle adaptations and safety modifications.

Historic achievements

First Italian with a disability officially authorized to ride a motorcycle without adaptations (2005), setting precedent for inclusive mobility regulations.

Impact

Demonstrated how technology and advocacy remove barriers, creating opportunities for inclusion: principles that continue to guide my approach to accessibility in software development.
Together with this I have demonstrated that each case must be evaluated individually based on the residual capacity of the injured limbs.

Abaco s.r.l. Verona, Italy, June 2004 – September 2006

Developer

Java, C#, and JavaScript development for Italian Ministry of Justice projects.

Notable projects

  • Re.Ge: general register of crime reports;
  • Re.Ge.WEB: Italian Ministry of Justice's online system for managing the general register of crime reports (Re.Ge.);
  • Other applications (still under NDA).

Various clients Italy, June 1994 – June 2004

Software developer and Fractional CTO

Software developer serving multiple private sector clients across many industries, providing end-to-end technical ownership and strategic guidance, essentially operating as a Fractional CTO before the term existed.

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Education

  • Degree in Computer Engineering (8 exams remaining), Università degli Studi of Padua, Italy, 1995
  • Diploma in Accounting, Commercial Expert, Programmer, Collegio Brandolini Rota, Oderzo, Italy, 1990–1995
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Languages

  • Italian: native
  • English: proficient
  • French: advanced
  • Spanish: learning
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Certifications and training

  • Microsoft Certified Professional (MCP)
  • Horizon 2020 European Programme PMI Instruments Training
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Publications

L'ombra del naviglio, un caso di Ian Haiver June 2025

Published under pseudonym Joachim Noir.
Investigative thriller set in Milan, blending art, mystery, and ancient secret societies.

More info: www.joachimnoir.live.

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Community and social engagement

Bambini nel Deserto Switzerland Grono, Switzerland, June 2023 – Present

Vice president

Vice President of Bambini nel Deserto Switzerland, a humanitarian organization dedicated to improving the lives of children in the world's most challenging environments.
Part of an international alliance with operations in Italy, Niger, Ukraine, and Switzerland, Bambini nel Deserto delivers sustainable solutions in international development and humanitarian aid with political neutrality and religious independence.

More info: www.bnd.ngo.