Lorenzo Monaco

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ABOUT LORENZO MONACO

Experienced IT professional with a degree in Computer Science and 12+ years of hands-on experience working on a global Manufacturing Execution System (MES) within the pharmaceutical industry, under strict GMP regulations. I specialize in software release management, technical leadership, enterprise tool customization, and end-to-end project delivery. As a PMP®-certified Project Manager, I work in a 24/7 global support environment, managing 45 MES instances across multiple time zones and ensuring smooth, compliant operations. Software Release Management Full ownership of the entire release lifecycle for the company’s core MES product. I work closely with stakeholders to analyze, refine, and validate change requests, translating them into actionable tasks. I manage source code branching, Git tagging, and pull request approvals to maintain code quality and stability. I maintain and execute automated regression tests to secure seamless deployments. I communicate release content to stakeholders, oversee deployments into Quality and Production environments, and manage upgrade workflows through ServiceNow. ‍ Technical Expertise & Leadership As a senior developer, I bring strong skills in Java and SQL while customizing tools like Azure DevOps, Git, and CI/CD pipelines to meet business needs. With several years as a technical team leader, I’m responsible for assigning tasks, monitoring progress, mentoring developers, and ensuring delivery quality across distributed teams worldwide. Project Management Certified PMP® Project Manager with experience driving strategic IT initiatives from planning to delivery. Among my key achievements is the SPC (Statistical Process Control) project, where I defined scope, built timelines, allocated resources, and managed risks while keeping stakeholders informed. I focus on delivering business-critical solutions aligned with organizational goals, quality standards, and strict compliance requirements. Global Operations Part of a global team supporting a mission-critical MES platform running 24/7, ensuring business continuity across regions. I coordinate incident resolution, release scheduling, and system upgrades across 45 MES instances, collaborating across time zones to maintain stability and compliance. Technical Skills: Java, SQL, JavaScript, Git, Azure DevOps, ServiceNow, Jenkins, Maven, CI/CD, automated regression testing, Agile, Waterfall, ITIL, GxP/GMP compliance Certification: PMP® Project Management Professional