Available for new engagements

Strategic Software
Architect.

Consulting for backend systems, cloud architecture, AI platforms, and modern web and mobile applications.

I work with companies, engineering teams, and founders to design, build, and scale secure, high-performance digital systems. From backend and cloud architecture to AI agents and technical strategy, I provide clarity, direction, and execution for fast-moving organizations.

Technical Services

Comprehensive technical consulting and engineering services designed to scale your business.

System Architecture

Designing scalable, fault-tolerant backend systems and distributed architectures that can handle high concurrency and massive data volumes.

Cloud Infrastructure

AWS cloud architecture, infrastructure as code (Terraform/CDK), and serverless implementations for cost-effective scaling.

Full-Stack Engineering

End-to-end development of complex web applications using modern frameworks like Next.js, React, and Node.js with a focus on performance.

Database Design

Advanced data modeling, query optimization, and database administration for PostgreSQL and Redis.

API Integration

Building robust RESTful APIs, integrating third-party services (Stripe, Twilio, etc.), and creating internal developer platforms.

Security & Compliance

Implementing security best practices, SOC2/PCI compliance readiness, penetration testing coordination, and secure code reviews.

Performance Tuning

Deep-dive analysis and optimization of application performance, database queries, and frontend bundle sizes to improve user experience.

DevOps & CI/CD

Automating deployment pipelines, setting up container orchestration (Docker/ECS), and implementing observability stacks.

Technical Leadership

Interim CTO services, engineering team mentorship, architectural decision records (ADRs), and technology roadmap planning.

AI Agents & Automation

Agent design, multi-agent systems, RAG workflows, automations, integrations with OpenAI, Bedrock, Anthropic.

Technology Stack

A curated set of modern technologies I use to build production-grade software.

Core & Backend

Node.jsTypeScriptPythonPostgreSQLRedisREST APIsDockerWebhooksQueue Systems

Frontend & Mobile

ReactNext.jsReact NativeExpoTailwind CSSFramer MotionReact QueryiOS (Swift)Android (Kotlin)

Cloud & Infrastructure

AWS (Containers, Networking, Storage, Compute, Managed Databases)Serverless & Containerized Workloads (ECS/Fargate)Cloud Architecture, Cost Optimization, and Reliability EngineeringTerraform & Infrastructure-as-CodeCI/CD Pipelines (GitHub Actions, AWS CodePipeline)Vercel & Cloud Edge Deployments

Tools & Architecture

GitJiraFigmaEvent-Driven ArchitectureDomain-Driven DesignSystem DesignArchitecture DiagramsRoadmap Planning & Team Coordination

About Me

I’m a software architect with a decade of experience building high-trust systems, payments infrastructure, and large-scale cloud applications. I focus on designing modern backend architectures, optimizing platforms for performance, and guiding teams through complex technical challenges.

My approach blends hands-on engineering with clear technical leadership. I prioritize simplicity, strong design principles, and long-term maintainability—ensuring every decision supports the product’s future, not just the present.

Ready to build?

I’m available for select consulting engagements, architectural reviews, and technical strategy sessions. Let’s discuss how I can support your team.

Manuel Ríos | Strategic Software Architect