About Me
I'm a graduate of the University of Southern California's Viterbi School of Engineering and hold a bachelors degree in Computer Science and Business Administration. I'm a full-stack software engineer, entrepreneur, and lifelong problem-solver.
As a Senior Software Engineer at Capital One, I helped design and develop SmartOps, an automation platform which is now the standard across 300+ enterprise applications. My work has helped reduce operational overhead, improve resilience, and drive adoption of the platform as one of the enterprise's critical infrastructure tools.
After hours, I run Hour Grails, LLC, a tech consulting business that I started during my freshman year of college. I’ve consulted for, designed, and developed projects ranging from a luxury watch marketplace to custom data extraction tools, using technologies like React, Node.js, Python, AWS, and Supabase. My focus is on delivering tailored solutions that solve real business problems.
I've also been a competitive speedcuber representing the Philippines since I was 10, breaking 37 national records and earning 140+ podium finishes, including being a finalist at the World Championships and winning multiple U.S. National and Philippine Championship titles in the Clock puzzle event. That same passion for optimization and problem-solving drives my approach to engineering and business.
I'm always open to new opportunities, collaborations, and conversations. Feel free to reach out at robbievillarica@gmail.com