Carlos Manuel Vargas Lopez
Managua, Nicaragua | github.com/Carlos-vargs
Summary
Resourceful Full Stack Developer with 6+ years of experience building scalable web solutions.
Specialized in the React, Node.js, and SQL Server ecosystem, with a proven track record in integrating legacy systems
(CONTPAQi) and managing high-volume data migrations in Azure and DigitalOcean.
Committed to clean architecture, user-focused design, and proactive problem-solving.
Education
National Autonomous University of Nicaragua (UNAN-Managua), B.S. in Information
Systems Engineering – Managua, Nicaragua
Jan 2022 – present
Experience
Fullstack Software Developer, ARJ Systems - Outsourced to IML Nicaragua – Managua,
Oct 2023 – present
Nicaragua
• Designed and implemented custom modules for accounting and customs logistics systems using Laravel and Vue.
• Developed a complex inventory management module replicating Excel workflows, significantly increasing adoption
among legacy users.
• Optimized financial reporting tools by migrating and structuring data in SQL Server and MySQL.
• Integrated Python scripts and AI-driven workflows (ChatGPT/Claude) to accelerate development cycles.
Web Developer (Specialized in PHP/WordPress), Contract Web Developer (WhiteAug 2023 – Oct 2023
label) – Remote
• Developed custom themes and templates using PHP as a technical sub-contractor for agency projects.
• Successfully delivered 5 web implementations focusing on lightweight code and performance.
• Collaborated on plugin customization and technical fixes for international clients under a white-label model.
Software Engineering Intern, Nerdify – Managua, Nicaragua
Mar 2023 – July 2023
• Conducted frontend maintenance and bug fixes in a Laravel + Vue 2 environment using Docker (Laradock).
• Enhanced real-time communication features using Socket.IO and improved rich-text editing with Tiptap.
• Proposed and implemented UX/UI adjustments based on direct client feedback and usability observations.
Junior Software Engineer, Sharelov – Managua, Nicaragua
Sept 2022 – Mar 2023
• Managed frontend maintenance and UI enhancements for a collaborative marketing platform.
• Collaborated with senior engineers to deliver reliable software updates in high-pressure environments.
Fullstack Developer (Independent Projects & Code Audit), Independent Software
Jan 2020 – Sept 2022
Developer – Remote
• Built a strong foundation in JavaScript and PHP through deep code review and personal project development.
• Conducted comprehensive audits of personal and open-source codebases to master clean architecture principles.
• Iterated on web application logic and data management strategies during the pre-professional development stage.
Projects
Cloud Infrastructure & Data Migration
Dec 2025
• Executed a 2TB+ data migration between DigitalOcean Spaces using rclone and custom scripts.
• Configured Azure Virtual Machines and Network Security Groups (NSG) for secure remote SQL Server access.
AI Business Assistant
• Built a virtual assistant using Twilio and ChatGPT API capable of document processing and RAG (RetrievalAugmented Generation).
Service Management & Pricing Portal
• Developed a React-based application featuring real-time cost estimation logic and dynamic service catalogs.
Skills
Languages & Frameworks: JavaScript (ES6+), TypeScript, Node.js, React, Vue.js, PHP, Laravel, Python
Databases & Cloud: Microsoft SQL Server, MySQL, MongoDB, Azure, DigitalOcean, Docker, Nginx
Specialized: API Integration, Cloud Migration, UI/UX Design, Git, Agile Methodologies
Languages
Spanish: Native
English: Intermediate (B1)
