Luis Velazquez Email & Phone Number

Melbourne, Fl, Us

Florida, United States

As the Senior Vice President of Technology at Orion180 Insurance Services, I established and led a Project Management Office (PMO) to optimize project tracking and remove barriers to delivery, ensuring enhanced outcomes across all initiatives. I drove operational efficiency by integrating AI-driven features into core products, resulting in a 25% improvement in predictive analytics and decision-making processes. I also bolstered product robustness by implementing QA automation and expanding the team with Automation Engineers, reducing defects and ensuring high-quality software delivery. In partnership with product stakeholders, I introduced Product Owners to streamline backlog management and improve requirements gathering, aligning development efforts with key business objectives and significantly enhancing project execution.Key Accomplishments:• Scaled technology department from 4 to over 100 team members, including 6 Agile internal teams and 12 offshore teams, by building a high-performing organization and fostering a culture of innovation and continuous learning.• Spearheaded the adoption of Agile SDLC frameworks, implementing Scrum, Kanban, and continuous improvement practices that increased team productivity by 35% and reduced time-to-market by 25%.• Directed a $12 million annual IT budget, optimizing resources to achieve a 15% reduction in operational costs through lean processes, advanced technology solutions, and strategic resource allocation.• Introduced and managed CI/CD pipelines, Azure DevOps tools, and KPI-driven reporting to improve team performance and transparency, with regular updates delivered through dashboards and executive presentations.

Melbourne, Florida, United States

In this position, I spearheaded the successful implementation of agile methodologies, leading to significant improvements in team performance, software quality, and delivery efficiency across the organization. I provided strategic leadership to the software engineering department, mentoring staff to cultivate a high-performing, collaborative team. Through regular performance evaluations and growth initiatives, I fostered continuous development while ensuring transparency and alignment through KPI dashboards, weekly updates, and quarterly executive presentations. My leadership and project management expertise ensured the timely and on-budget delivery of software solutions, optimizing resources and driving operational excellence.Key Accomplishments:• Modernized legacy systems, reducing technical debt and increasing scalability by 40%, resulting in enhanced system reliability and operational efficiency while aligning IT infrastructure with strategic business priorities.• Managed a $10M annual budget and scaled engineering teams to meet rising demands, improving delivery timelines by 20% and significantly boosting customer satisfaction.• Recruited exceptional talent and transformed underperforming team members into senior-level contributors, fostering a culture of excellence and reliability.

Florida'S Space Coast

As Director of Software Engineering at Satcom Direct, I provided strategic leadership across multiple software development teams, ensuring the successful delivery of high-impact projects that aligned with enterprise goals. I played a pivotal role in elevating team performance by implementing robust mentorship programs and performance management frameworks, transforming team members into high-performing contributors. By instilling best practices, fostering technical expertise, and cultivating a culture of innovation and accountability, I inspired and developed talent across the organization. Additionally, I led several high-stakes projects through cross-functional collaboration, setting a new standard for operational excellence and delivering results on time and within scope.Key Accomplishments:• Championed the organization-wide implementation of Agile methodologies, including Scrum and Kanban, resulting in measurable gains in productivity, faster project delivery, and enhanced software quality.• Partnered with cross-functional leaders to integrate innovative technology solutions that improved operational efficiency by 25%, driving business growth and operational alignment.• Directed full lifecycle management of complex projects, from initial strategy and design through deployment, ensuring delivery of high-quality products within budget and on schedule.

United States

In my role as Software Engineering Manager and Senior Software Engineer, I directed and mentored multiple Agile teams, fostering a culture of high performance, collaboration, and continuous improvement. I delivered consistent results by providing regular coaching, career development opportunities, and advanced skill-building initiatives to empower my teams. I also played a key role in managing the software engineering department's budget, ensuring efficient resource allocation and the successful delivery of projects within financial constraints. Key Accomplishments:• Played a pivotal role in driving Agile transformation across the organization, implementing Scrum and Kanban methodologies that enhanced team efficiency, delivery timelines, and software quality.• Led multiple Agile teams through complex, high-impact projects, consistently delivering on time and within budget while maintaining a focus on quality and innovation.• Hired, developed, and retained top talent, cultivating a collaborative environment where junior staff evolved into reliable, senior-level contributors through mentorship and targeted guidance.Additional Experience as:Senior Software Engineer at Inmarsat Maritime/Globe Wireless Inc., Melbourne, FLProgrammer Analyst at PSCU Service Center, Inc., St. Petersburg, FLSoftware Engineer at Advanced Concept Technologies Inc., Tampa, FLSoftware Engineer at Pilgrim Software Inc., Tampa, FL