Summary
Carlos Montenegro is a seasoned software engineering leader with nine years of experience building and scaling backend and data platforms for high-growth companies from San José, Costa Rica. He currently leads engineering at Regrow Ag while founding his own consultancy, bringing hands-on technical direction and team leadership across startups and larger organizations. His background spans roles from Intel to senior engineering management at DrChrono and SmileDirectClub, where he focused on reliable, production-grade systems and data-driven product delivery. As a former CTO, he pairs strategic vision with execution, navigating both product roadmaps and operational engineering challenges. Pursuing a Master's in Engineering Management underscores his commitment to blending technical depth with organizational leadership.
9 years of coding experience
12 years of employment as a software developer
Bachelor of Science - BS, Computer Science, Bachelor of Science - BS, Computer Science at Universidad Fidélitas
Master's degree, Engineering Management, Master's degree, Engineering Management at University of Colorado Boulder
Spanish, English