Hi, I'm Mateo 👋
Software Engineer | Blockchain Enthusiast
MGA

About

I’m a computer science graduate passionate about building software that makes a real impact. I thrive on transforming ideas into practical solutions and enjoy exploring emerging technologies. Currently, I’m diving into blockchain and Web3, fascinated by their potential to redefine the digital landscape. My goal is to contribute to innovative projects that push technological boundaries and shape the future of how we interact with technology.

Skills

React
Next.js
Javascript
Java
Spring Boot
Blockchain
Ethereum
Solidity
SQL
Docker
CI/CD
SCRUM
Agile methods

Check out my latest work

These are my projects.

DeCash

DeCash

In ETHGlobal Brussels we developed DeCash, an application which allows to make simple decentralized social payments through links. 🥇Polygon - Unified Bridge zkEVM 🥇Dynamic - Best SocialFi Project 🥇Blockscout - Best Use of Blockscout Block Explorer 🥈Chronicle Protocol - DeFi Track

Polygon Agglayer
Typescript
Docusaurus
TailwindCSS
Markdown
Vercel
RaiseHub

RaiseHub

RaiseHub is a full-stack fundraising platform developed during my academic exchange at Fontys University of Applied Sciences. The application enables users to create, manage, and contribute to fundraising campaigns through an intuitive and modern interface, combining a robust backend architecture w...

Spring Boot
JPA-Hibernate
React
TailwindCSS
S3 AWS
SQL
Sonarqube
Docusaurus
Markdown
Docker
KeyWatcher

KeyWatcher

KeyWatcher is a modular dashboard application developed during an exchange program at Fontys University of Applied Sciences in collaboration with BasWorld. The platform allows users to design and personalize dashboards through an intuitive drag-and-drop interface of customizable widgets. Built with ...

Spring Boot
JPA-Hibernate
React
TailwindCSS
MongoDB
Docusaurus
Markdown
SCRUM
Docker
Client reviews
Client meetings
Blockchain RaiseHub

Blockchain RaiseHub

This is the blockchain version of RaiseHub, a fundraising platform powered by blockchain. It was presented as part of my bachelor thesis to showcase innovative applications of decentralized technology

Blockchain
Ethereum
Solidity
React
TailwindCSS
S3 AWS
Docusaurus
Markdown
Vercel
Docker
Credentia

Credentia

Credentia is a blockchain-based credential verification system that enables secure and tamper-proof management of academic and professional credentials. It leverages smart contracts to allow institutions to issue verifiable credentials directly to individuals, who can then share them with employers ...

Blockchain
Ethereum
Solidity
React
TailwindCSS

Work Experience

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AEGEE-León
Volunteering

July 2025 - Present
IT Responsible (Board Member)
Serving as IT Responsible on the board of AEGEE-León, ensuring reliable and secure digital operations for the association. ✔ Maintain and enhance the association’s IT infrastructure, including website and digital tools ✔ Develop automation tools to streamline recurring tasks and improve efficiency ✔ Implement best practices in data management and cybersecurity to protect member information
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Adhara Blockchain
Internship

Mar 2025 - June 2025
Software Engineer Intern
Delivered a high-impact internship at Adhara as a Software Engineer Intern, contributing to the development and reliability of backend infrastructure oriented towards Ethereum smart contracts. ✔ Extended and refactored an Ethereum Gateway, enhancing functionality and long-term maintainability ✔ Increased system reliability through comprehensive unit, integration, and end-to-end testing ✔ Built and visualized performance analytics in Grafana, enabling actionable system insights ✔ Improved development efficiency and quality by streamlining workflows with Jira
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Private tutoring

Aug 2023 - Jun 2024
Private tutoring for civil state exams
Delivered over 150 hours of targeted tutoring for the Administrative Assistant Exam at the University of León, focusing on essential Microsoft Excel and Word skills. ✔ 100% pass rate and 90% of them securing a job ✔ Customized teaching for each student ✔ Positive feedback and high student satisfaction (references upon request)
P

Private tutoring

Dec 2022 - June 2023
Private tutoring for high school students
Delivered over 150 hours of customized tutoring for high school students, specializing in Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics, and English. ✔ 100% pass rate with high grades across most subjects ✔ Personalized support to enhance comprehension and performance ✔ Positive feedback and high student satisfaction (references upon request)

Education

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Fontys University of Applied Sciences

August 2024 - January 2025
Software engineering
Erasmus exchange semester doing the Software Engineering programme. ✔ Project-based learning with both an individual (RaiseHub) and a team project (Keywatcher) for a real client (BAS World) ✔ Gained hands-on experience in software development, problem-solving, and agile methodologies ✔ Improved teamwork, communication, and collaboration skills ✔ Developed practical industry insights through real-world projects
U

University of León

September 2021 - July 2025
Computer Engineering (Computer Science)
A comprehensive 4-year program designed to build a strong foundation in computing principles, programming, and problem-solving skills. The curriculum integrates both theoretical knowledge and practical applications to prepare for real-world challenges in the tech industry. Core Areas of Study: ✔ Software development ✔ Algorithms ✔ Databases ✔ Cybersecurity ✔ Computer networks Key Focus Areas: ✔ Strong emphasis on both theory and hands-on experience ✔ Developing problem-solving, programming, and analytical skills ✔ Preparing for real world challenges in the tech industry
B

Ballinteer High school

August 2017 - June 2018
High school year spent studying abroad
Spent one year studying in Dublin Ireland in a high school taking all the subjects in high-level and achieving good marks.
I

IES Lancia High school

September 2014 - June 2021
High school
High school studies in my city (León, Spain).

Hackathons

Here are my hackathon projects

  • E

    ETHGlobal Brussels

    London, Ontario

    Developed DeCash, an application which allows to make simple decentralized social payments by using links. The response to DeCash was great and it was awarded with these prices: 🥇 Polygon - Unified Bridge zkEVM 🥇 Dynamic - Best SocialFi Project 🥇 Blockscout - Best Use of Blockscout Block Explorer 🥈 Chronicle Protocol - DeFi Track
Contact

Get in Touch

Want to chat? Send me a message through any of my social media or my email at glzalomateo@gmail.com and I will respond as soon as possible.

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