Available for new opportunities

Hi, I'm Jose.Developer & operations leader.

Bilingual (EN/ES) professional with a B.S. in Software Development and a BBA in Business, plus over a decade of operations, sales, and team leadership experience across three countries. I bring both technical fundamentals and real business context to the work.

Flower Mound, TX English · Spanish Open to relocation
Jose Franco
Software Development

Building the foundation.

B.S. from Bellevue University with a 4.0 GPA. Comfortable in Java, Python, JavaScript, PHP, and SQL. Capstone-tested in Agile teams. Currently shipping production WordPress sites for paying clients.

Business & Operations

A decade of real experience.

BBA in Business plus 10+ years across operations, technical sales, and team leadership, pharmaceutical sales, VIP banking at BBVA, tax compliance at PwC, store management in Chile, and team leadership at Target. I know how businesses actually work.

01 / About

A developer with an operator's mindset.

I'm a bilingual professional with two complementary backgrounds. On one side: a B.S. in Software Development from Bellevue University, three consecutive Dean's List awards with a 4.0 GPA, and membership in the Omega Nu Lambda National Honor Society. On the other: a Bachelor of Business Administration from Central University of Venezuela and over a decade of hands-on operations, sales, and leadership experience.

Before writing my first line of code, I spent ten years working across three countries, running a supermarket in Chile, leading retail teams at Target, managing VIP banking clients at BBVA, interning in tax compliance at PwC on Procter & Gamble accounts, and four years as a pharmaceutical sales representative presenting psychiatric medications to physicians. I learned English along the way and built habits, accountability, technical communication, customer focus, that translate directly into how I approach software.

I'm at the start of my software career and honest about that. What I bring on top is uncommon: business literacy, team leadership, the ability to talk to non-technical stakeholders in two languages, and a track record of showing up and delivering. I care about Agile collaboration, clean version control, and code that someone else can read six months from now.

02 / Strengths

Two tracks, one professional.

My toolkit comes from both sides of the desk, technical fundamentals on one, operational depth on the other.

Languages tech

Java Python JavaScript PHP SQL

Web & Databases tech

HTML5 CSS3 Responsive MySQL

Tools & Platforms tech

Git GitHub VS Code IntelliJ PyCharm WordPress

Methods & Practices tech

Agile Version control Test planning Code reviews

Operations & Leadership biz

Team leadership Inventory mgmt Process improvement Scheduling Training & coaching

Technical & B2B Sales biz

Pharma sales (4 yrs) Technical communication Full sales cycle Account management CRM systems

Finance & Compliance biz

Payroll & AP Budget tracking Tax compliance Audit readiness

Productivity Suite biz

Excel Word PowerPoint
03 / Software Projects

Things I've built.

Entry-level by experience, but real code with real users, academic, client, and personal projects on GitHub.

04 / Professional Experience

A decade across three countries.

Operations, leadership, sales, finance, and client-facing roles in the U.S., Chile, and Venezuela.

Oct 2022 — PresentFlower Mound, TX

Food & Beverage Team Leader

Target
  • Lead a team of associates to maintain corporate compliance in inventory management, food safety, and operational workflows.
  • Drive efficiency improvements through strategic task delegation, scheduling, and workflow optimization.
  • Use inventory management tools to track stock levels, monitor product flow, and minimize shrinkage.
  • Train and coach team members on operational standards, quality, and safety procedures.
Apr 2022 — Oct 2022Flower Mound, TX

Sales Associate

Target
  • Managed high-volume inventory and customer service in fast-paced retail; promoted to Team Leader within six months.
Jan 2020 — Dec 2020United States

Sales Representative

Royal Prestige
  • Independently managed full sales cycle: prospecting, lead generation, customer presentations, and bilingual (EN/ES) client relationships.
Dec 2018 — Dec 2019Chile

Supermarket Manager

Supermercado Mi Barrio
  • Directed full store operations including sales strategy, HR management, and team productivity.
  • Supervised, trained, and scheduled staff; managed payroll and day-to-day store performance.
  • Monitored inventory levels and merchandising to support sales targets and operational continuity.
Apr 2018 — Dec 2018Chile

Administrative Assistant

Construtora Harcha
  • Processed payroll, supplier payments, and accounts payable across active construction projects.
  • Maintained budget tracking and audit-ready financial records through detailed documentation.
  • Supported project teams with administrative coordination and reporting.
Sep 2017 — Apr 2018Chile

Sales Representative

Comercial Isaflor
  • Provided expert product guidance for home improvement retail, driving sales through personalized customer service.
  • Managed stock levels and merchandising to optimize department presentation and sales flow.
Apr 2013 — May 2017Venezuela

Pharmaceutical Sales Representative

Especialidades Dollder
  • Delivered technical product knowledge to medical professionals specializing in psychiatric pharmaceuticals.
  • Built and maintained relationships with healthcare providers to drive product adoption and territory growth.
Apr 2012 — Mar 2013Venezuela

VIP Banking Agent

BBVA
  • Managed high-profile client accounts and ensured compliance with institutional credit policies.
Feb 2011 — Nov 2011Venezuela

Tax Agent — Internship

PwC (PricewaterhouseCoopers)
  • Assisted with tax calculations and compliance for expatriate clients including Procter & Gamble accounts.
05 / Education

Two degrees, two continents.

2026

B.S. Software Development

Bellevue University · Bellevue, NE
2011

Bachelor of Business Administration

Central University of Venezuela · Caracas
Spanish Native / Fluent
English Professional Proficiency
06 / Honors & Recognition

Three Dean's List awards. 4.0 GPA.

Three consecutive semesters of academic excellence at Bellevue University, plus membership in the Omega Nu Lambda National Honor Society.

Dean's List Fall 2024
Dean's List
Fall 2024 · 4.0 GPA
Dean's List Spring 2025
Dean's List
Spring 2025 · 4.0 GPA
Dean's List Winter 2025
Dean's List
Winter 2025 · 4.0 GPA
Omega Nu Lambda crest
Omega Nu Lambda
National Honor Society

Let's connect.

Open to entry-level software development roles, business-technical hybrid positions, and healthtech / life-sciences companies where my pharma background is an asset. Happy to relocate or travel for the right opportunity.