Diego Arana

About Diego Arana

I believe in leading people first and managing processes second - because great teams build great things.As a performance-driven and accomplished professional, I have a proven track record of leading high-performing engineering teams and delivering scalable, secure, and innovative software solutions. I am passionate about spearheading large-scale technology projects, from conception to completion, and ensuring seamless execution across all phases of the software development lifecycle.With extensive expertise in software architecture, technical integrations, and cloud-native development, I excel in driving efficiency, optimizing processes, and aligning technical strategies with business objectives. I have successfully implemented modern software frameworks that guarantee high availability, performance, and scalability.I am known for fostering a culture of innovation, collaborating effectively with executive leadership and cross-functional teams to translate business needs into cutting-edge technical solutions. My experience spans diverse areas, including software engineering leadership, automation, supply chain optimization, and IoT, AI/ML, and digital twins. I am committed to delivering impactful results, optimizing systems, and continually improving processes in fast-paced, dynamic environments.Key areas of expertise:• Software Engineering Leadership• Program & Product Management• Supply Chain Optimization• Automation & Process Efficiency• Software Development & Architecture• People & Team Management• Cloud Platforms & Software Optimization• Client & Stakeholder Engagement• IoT, AI/ML, & Digital Twins

Experience

1. Manager, Software Engineering - Amazon Leo, Amazon Devices & Services

   Amazon

   Aug 2024 — Present · Seattle, WA, US

   In my most recent role, I lead the design and implementation of mission-critical backend services that are essential to satellite assembly, testing, and launch readiness. My work ensures that these services act as the primary data source for satellite configurations and automated provisioning across multidisciplinary teams.Collaborating with cross-functional groups, I drive innovation while keeping aligned with Leo’s mission to enhance global connectivity. I develop scalable strategies to support rapid satellite fabrication, ensuring seamless integration and operation across diverse engineering disciplines.Beyond technical leadership, I mentor and nurture engineering talent, fostering high-performing teams that consistently meet ambitious project milestones.Below are some of my major contributions for your review:• Expanded a small team from 4 to 15 members, successfully meeting milestones which expedited automated provisioning and resolved bottlenecks in satellite fabrication.• Led optimization initiatives for automated provisioning workflows, reducing end-to-end processing time from 48 to 2.5 hours (95% improvement), surpassing production capacity of 5 satellites daily.• Incrementally, led development of Leo\'s ML-powered geospatial planning engine, architecting end-to-end satellite capacity management system with real-time optimization and partner integration capabilities.

Education

• Southern Methodist University

  Developing a New Generations of Energy Leaders

  2015

• Tecnológico de Monterrey

  B.S., Mechatronics Engineering

  2001 — 2006

Skills

• Onshore
• Qhse
• Pipelines
• Construction
• Factory
• Completion
• Commissioning
• Oil/Gas
• Deepwater
• Cement
• Project Engineering
• Safety Management Systems
• Maintenance Management
• Gas
• Piping
• Project Management
• Oil & Gas Industry
• Engineering
• Directional Drilling
• Instrumentation
• Electricians
• Engineering Management
• Project Control
• Occupational Health
• Supervisory Skills
• Petroleum
• Oil & Gas
• Personnel Management
• Subsea Engineering
• Petrochemical
• Onshore Operations
• Contract Management
• Drilling
• Plc
• Team Leadership
• Epc
• Self-Driven
• Oilfield
• Offshore Operations
• Risk Assessment