Joel Prada
About Joel Prada
Joel Prada is a Mobile Technical Lead with extensive experience in Android development and project management. He has worked for various companies including Pinterest, BairesDev, and Globant, and holds a Bachelor's degree in Software Engineering and a Master's degree in Innovation Management from Pontificia Universidad Católica del Perú.
Current Role at BairesDev
Joel Prada serves as the Mobile Technical Lead at BairesDev, a position he has held since 2022. In this role, he is responsible for managing the development team's backlog and coordinating project sprints. He engages in direct communication with clients to manage projects, solve problems, and report on team progress. His expertise in mobile application development enhances the team's efficiency and effectiveness.
Previous Experience at Pinterest
Prior to his current role, Joel worked at Pinterest as an Android Engineer from 2021 to 2022. During his seven months there, he contributed to the development of mobile applications, focusing on enhancing user experience and functionality. His experience at Pinterest added to his skill set in mobile technology and application development.
Professional Background in Software Development
Joel has a diverse background in software development, having worked at various companies in different capacities. He served as an Android Engineer at Globant from 2020 to 2021 and at Belatrix from 2018 to 2020. He also held positions at Blue Trail Software and as a Web Developer at Pontificia Universidad Católica del Perú. His roles have consistently involved mobile application development and project management.
Educational Qualifications
Joel Prada obtained a Bachelor's degree in Software Engineering from Pontificia Universidad Católica del Perú, completing his studies from 2008 to 2013. He furthered his education by achieving a Master's degree in Innovation Management from the same institution, which he completed from 2015 to 2017. His academic background provides a strong foundation for his technical expertise.
Internship Experience
Joel began his professional journey with an internship at Infosys Labs in Bangalore, India, from 2012 to 2013. He also completed an IT Management internship at BBVA Continental in 2012. These early experiences helped him develop essential skills in software development and project management.