Applied AI · Backend engineering

José Antonio Gallegos Carvallo

AI & Backend
Engineer.

I design AI agents and LLM integrations and build backend solutions grounded in evidence, automation and software quality.

Engineering since 2021Python · Java · RAG · OCI
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Building with intelligence● CASE STUDIES

02 / SELECTED WORK

Ideas, built into
working systems.

A selection of projects connecting AI, software engineering and enterprise experience.

03 / MORE PROJECTS

More things I have built

GitHub

Tentáculo App

Interactive financial application frontend with simulated data, connected to a Spring Boot backend.

React · Vite · Spring Boot · Java

KrakenHub Frontend

Frontend for a developer social network with projects, follows and profiles.

Next.js · React · TypeScript · Tailwind CSS

API Voll.med

REST API for a fictional clinic, managing doctors, patients and appointments with JWT security.

Java · Spring Boot · Spring Security · JPA

Literalura: Catálogo de Libros

A console application for searching books and authors using the Gutendex API and a database.

Java · Spring Boot · PostgreSQL · API REST

Portafolio KrakenDevCL

This interactive portfolio, built with Next.js, Tailwind CSS and Genkit.

Next.js · React · TypeScript · Tailwind CSS

04 / ABOUT

Engineering with
purpose.

José Antonio Gallegos Carvallo

José Antonio
Gallegos Carvallo

AI & Backend Engineer

I build solutions that combine backend engineering with applied artificial intelligence. I design workflows with agents and language models, connect information sources through RAG, and develop tools that automate engineering processes with evidence, validation and human review. My enterprise software experience since 2021 includes APIs, SQL and software modernization.

Applied AI and agents

LLM workflows, RAG and automation using Python, LangGraph, FAISS, n8n and MCP.

Backend and enterprise systems

APIs and integrations with Java, Spring Boot and SQL, supported by enterprise modernization experience.

Core competencies

  • AI orchestration and integration. Connecting agents and language models with tools and information sources.
  • Backend engineering and cloud. API design, SQL optimization and certified Oracle Cloud fundamentals.
  • Quality and traceability. Automated checks, verifiable evidence and human review.

Technology stack

Applied AI and agents

LLMsRAGAI agentsPythonLangGraphFAISSn8nSpring AIMCP

Backend and integration

JavaSpring Boot 3REST/SOAP APIsSQLPostgreSQLOracle Database

Cloud and tools

Oracle Cloud Infrastructure (OCI)DockerDevOps

Enterprise development

GeneXus (v16, v17, v18)WorkWithPlus

05 / EXPERIENCE

Built through
experience.

Enterprise systems, backend development and measurable improvements.

January 2021 - Present

Remote

Software Engineer

BROWSE Chile

Developing, maintaining and modernizing enterprise ERP modules with GeneXus, Java integrations and SQL.

  • Designed and developed a REST integration to automate sending bank payroll files from an ERP.
  • Optimized business logic and SQL queries, reducing processing time by 30% and increasing internal report generation speed by 70%.
  • Led the modernization of existing modules while supporting stability and scalability.
  • Applied quality practices with a QA rejection rate close to 0% and consistent delivery against agreed service levels.

August 2020 - October 2020

Remote

Backend Developer Intern

Fisfor

Developed backend modules for a property rental web application using Java, Spring Boot, JHipster and PostgreSQL.

06 / RESUME

Experience, in one place.

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07 / EDUCATION

Always
learning.

Academic foundations and ongoing technical training.

Jun 2026 - Jul 2026

ONE Program: Tech Builder

Alura Latam & Oracle

Applied training in AI, agents, automation and RAG.

Mar 2026 - Jul 2026

ONE Program: Tech Advanced

Alura Latam & Oracle

Cloud infrastructure, security, databases and AI services.

Jul 2025 - Feb 2026

ONE Program: Tech Foundation

Alura Latam & Oracle

Programming fundamentals, web development and professional skills.

Graduated 2022

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Engineering

Duoc UC

Graduated with academic distinction in Viña del Mar, Chile.

2023

Java Programming Diploma

Politécnico de Colombia

Professional training in Java programming.

08 / CERTIFICATIONS

Skills backed
by learning.

Official certifications and professional training.

AI and agents: certifications and training
  • Oracle Cloud Infrastructure AI Foundations Associate

    Oracle · Aug 2026

  • Inmersión de Inteligencia Artificial en la Práctica

    Daxus Latam · Oct 2026

  • Curso de desarrollo con IA - El nuevo programador

    BIG school · Oct 2026

  • Inmersión Agentes de IA en la Práctica

    Daxus Latam · Aug 2026

  • Formación OCI AI Foundations Associate - ONE

    Alura Latam · Aug 2026

  • Inmersión DEV Agentes de AI (RAG, LLM)

    Alura Latam · Mar 2026

  • Spring AI: Integra una aplicación con OpenAI

    Alura Latam · Feb 2026

  • Machine Learning with Python Essential

    Universidad de Chile · Dec 2024

Cloud and infrastructure
  • Oracle Cloud Infrastructure 2025 Certified Foundations Associate

    Oracle · Apr 2026

  • Ruta hacia la certificación OCI Foundations Associate - ONE

    Alura Latam · Apr 2026

Backend and development
  • Diplomado en Programación en Java

    Politécnico de Colombia · Dec 2023

Enterprise development
  • WorkWithPlus Core Analyst

    WorkWithPlus · Certification

  • GeneXus 18 for Mobile Analyst

    GeneXus · Nov 2025

  • GeneXus 18 Junior Analyst

    GeneXus · Mar 2026

  • Analista Genexus v16

    GeneXus · Nov 2020

Languages
  • EF SET English Certificate (C2 Proficient)

    EF SET · Nov 2022

09 / WRITING

Notes from
the work.

Thoughts on building reliable software.

BACKEND / SPRING BOOT

Beyond “Hello World”: Building secure and scalable APIs with Spring Boot 3

Security, data integrity, code quality and API documentation are essential foundations for backend applications.

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Get in touch

Have a project or opportunity in mind? Send a message, email krakendev.cl@gmail.com or connect on LinkedIn.