David Garcia Lopez
About David Garcia Lopez
David Garcia Lopez is an Engineering Manager at Travelport, where he has worked since 2023. With extensive experience in software development and leadership roles, he actively researches development productivity trends and applies Agile methodologies to enhance software delivery.
Current Role at Travelport
David Garcia Lopez serves as an Engineering Manager at Travelport since 2023. He operates in a hybrid work environment based in Barcelona, Catalonia, Spain. In this role, he is responsible for overseeing engineering teams and ensuring the successful delivery of software solutions.
Previous Experience in Software Engineering
Prior to his current position, David held various roles in software engineering. He worked at Alpha as a Software Engineer focusing on Mobile Apps and Backend from 2018 to 2020. He also served as a Technical Lead at Koa Health from 2021 to 2023, where he led teams in developing mental health applications. His experience includes positions at JUST EAT, Mewburn Ellis LLP, and DAC Beachcroft LLP.
Education and Technical Skills
David studied Computer Software Technology at Taulé Viñas, completing a vocational course in Computer Application Development. He also holds a Bachelor's Degree in Information Systems from Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona. His technical skills include object-oriented design, SOLID principles, Test-Driven Development (TDD), and various Agile methodologies such as Kanban and Scrum.
Research Interests and Development Trends
David actively researches development productivity trends, including DORA, SPACE, and DevEx. His focus on these areas reflects his commitment to enhancing software delivery and improving team performance within engineering environments.
Leadership and Team Collaboration
At Koa Health, David led a team of 10 engineers, guiding them in the development of multiple mental health applications from inception to production. He collaborates with cross-functional teams, including Product, Designers, QA, Marketing, R&D, Data, and DevOps, to create effective solutions.