Rod
Lauro
Romarate
I’m a Marikina-based developer and former hardware technician, now leading the design of
secure, reliable .NET platforms.
I’m Rod a Lead / Senior .NET Developer delivering
scalable, enterprise-grade products and mentoring teams to achieve technical excellence.
I’ve led squads building systems with C#, .NET (Core & MVC), REST APIs, Vue.js, and PostgreSQL.
I value clarity, maintainability, and securityprinciples that help teams move fast today
while staying adaptable for tomorrow. My focus is on robust backend architecture that’s both
practical and long-lasting. Beyond code, I’m passionate about cycling and continuous learning;
riding clears my mind and builds discipline, while exploring new ideas keeps me curious and adaptable.
Experience
Senior Software Developer
PelicanCorp
Feb 2022 — Present
As a Lead / Senior .NET Developer, I work across the full stack using
.NET (Core and classic), C#, and Vue.js to deliver web-based products
to millions of users worldwide through cloud installations. My role covers
designing and implementing products at scale with strong coding practices,
automated testing, and a culture of CI/CD SecBizDevOps that ensures
fault tolerance, uptime, and scalability. I build secure, reliable code
with awareness of OWASP Top 10 and CIS Controls, while also
configuring and administering IIS Web Servers where needed. Beyond
development, I peer review code, mentor team members, and lead squads in
delivering high-performing, modern web apps with automated QA. I also engage
stakeholders through clear communication and design thinking, ensuring
end-to-end technical delivery that balances immediate business needs with the
long-term viability of the codebase driving both product growth and
technical excellence.
Lead Software Engineer
Pragtechnologies
Nov 2016 — Jan 2022
At Pragtechnologies, I serve as a Lead / Senior .NET Developer assigned to PelicanCorp as a client.
In this role, I lead and mentor two development teams while also contributing to company-wide initiatives as an interviewer
and active member of the PelicanCorp Global Enterprise (PCGES). My responsibilities span backend and frontend development,
team management, and developer performance processes. On the backend, I work extensively with
.NET MVC5/Core, APIs, and relational databases, while on the frontend I specialize in
Vue.js workflows, validations, and UI development. I manage sprint goals, career growth, and evaluations,
and ensure technical excellence through rigorous code reviews, workflow approvals, and feasibility assessments.
Over the years, I have contributed to a range of new applications including
Company Accounts (C#, .NET Core, Swagger, SSO Authentication, Vue.js, PostgreSQL, FluentMigrator, Razor Class Library),
Cloud Storage (C#, S3, LiteDB, Azure Storage), Data Explorer (C#, SQL, PostgreSQL),
Payment Services (C#, .NET Core, Swagger, Authentication, PostgreSQL, PayPal, OneStopShop, MFA),
and FileFormatService (C#, .NET Core, IronPDF, ITextSharp, SyncfusionPDF).
I have also supported task-based projects such as PlanAccess, Ticketing, CAR, and the
Plan Access Centre/Positive Response system, as well as enterprise-level apps like
OneCall, DamageAccess, PCUI, PelicanAdmin, and R&D efforts
with Leaflet, Vue.js, JWT Authentication, and Razor Pages.
Software Engineer
Pragtechnologies
Feb 2016 — Nov 2016
As a Software Engineer at Pragtechnologies, I contributed to building
secure, reliable, and scalable applications using .NET, C#, Vue.js, and PostgreSQL.
I focused on designing practical backend architectures and developing smooth, user-friendly frontends,
while collaborating closely with teams and stakeholders. This role strengthened my skills in
problem-solving, clear communication, and continuous learning, helping deliver products that
supported long-term business growth.
Freelance Computer Technician
Jan 2009 – Jan 2016
Worked as an independent computer technician providing repair and maintenance services
for desktops, laptops, and mobile devices. Responsibilities included diagnosing hardware and
software issues, performing component replacements, system installations, and general troubleshooting.
This experience built a strong foundation in problem-solving, technical precision, and customer service,
which later supported my transition into software development.
Awards
HACKATHON: ADB-AIM Future-Proofing for the Water Crisis
(Finalist — Sep 2019)
HACK-ABOARD: Hack the Future of Cruise Ships
(2nd Place — Oct 2018)
Skills
A snapshot of my technical expertise, rated on a 1–10 scale to reflect proficiency and practical experience.
C#
9 / 10
ASP.NET
9 / 10
Entity Framework
8 / 10
LINQ
7 / 10
Web API/ Swagger / Restful API
8 / 10
MS SQL / MySql / PostgreSQL
8 / 10
GIT / SVN
7 / 10
Unit / Load Testing
7 / 10
HTML
9 / 10
CSS
6 / 10
JavaScript
8 / 10
Vue.js
8 / 10
jQuery
8 / 10
Bootstrap
7 / 10
Leaflet
6 / 10