Stephano Apiolaza

Stephano Apiolaza has extensive work experience in the field of technology and software development. Stephano is currently working as the Principal CEO at Azlo since 2023. Prior to this, they worked at Banco de Chile as a Technical Coach, where they focused on improving customer experience and development team performance through continuous improvements. Stephano also had responsibilities such as onboarding new developers, conducting interviews with candidates, identifying areas of improvement within the team, and proposing new ideas to the management team.

Before their role at Banco de Chile, Stephano worked at Imagemaker, where they held multiple positions. Stephano started as a Software Engineer in 2016 and eventually became a Software Architect & Cloud Consultancy and then Software Architect & Technical Lead. In these roles, they were responsible for designing and leading software development projects and providing consultation on cloud-based solutions.

Stephano also gained experience at Scotiabank, where they worked as a Technical Coach, focusing on coaching and mentoring development teams. Stephano also worked as a Software Architect, responsible for defining standards and designing solutions for micro frontends and microservices.

Prior to their roles at Scotiabank, Stephano worked at Bilix Ingeniería as a Full Stack Developer and at Gammacolor as a Software Engineer. In these positions, they were involved in the analysis, design, development, and testing of various products.

Stephano's early career includes positions at DuocUc and Pinturas Gamma Color Ltda., where they gained experience in leadership and internship roles, respectively.

Overall, Stephano Apiolaza has a diverse and substantial work experience in software development, architecture, leadership, and coaching roles.

Stephano Apiolaza obtained a Computer Science Engineering degree from DuocUC, where they studied from 2012 to 2015. Stephano later pursued a Master of Business Administration (MBA) degree in Business Administration and Management from Universidad Andres Bello, completing it from 2023 to 2025. Additionally, they have obtained various certifications in different fields, including Blockchain, Cloud Computing, Programming, and Software Architecture, from institutions such as Udemy, Coursera, Platzi, Microsoft, Oracle, and CertiProf, between 2020 and 2024.