Building software
that actually works.
I'm Andres Elizondo, a software engineer and founder of AE Software. I help startups and businesses ship clean, scalable software — from full-stack web apps to architecture consulting.
About Me
The person behind AE Software
I'm Andres Elizondo — AE Software is my initials, and my practice. Based in the Netherlands, I've spent over a decade building software that sits at the intersection of solid engineering and great user experience.
My background spans full-stack development, software architecture, and product management — across companies ranging from global tech firms like HP and Microsoft to high-growth startups. I founded AE Software to offer that same senior-level depth directly to teams that need it, without the overhead.
My approach is straightforward: understand the problem deeply, build the right solution, and deliver software that your team can maintain and evolve. I care about craftsmanship, clean architecture, and shipping on time.
Andres Elizondo
Software Engineer & Founder
AE Software
📍 Location
The Netherlands
💼 Availability
Open to projects
🛠 Specialty
Full-Stack + Product
🎓 Experience
10+ years
Languages
Tech Stack
Education
2015 – 2016
MSc Information Studies — Human Centered Multimedia
University of Amsterdam
Thesis: Human-centered carpooling app combining UX design, agile methodologies & native Android development.
2008 – 2014
BSc Software Engineering
Costa Rica Institute of Technology
Thesis: Web Service Integration in N-Layered Software Architectures.
What I Do
Services built around your needs
From early-stage startups to growth-stage companies, I bring the engineering depth your project needs — without the overhead.
Full-Stack Development
End-to-end web and mobile applications — from pixel-perfect UIs to robust backend APIs, databases, and deployment pipelines.
Software Architecture
System design, API architecture, microservices, and technical strategy — built to scale with your business from day one.
Cloud & DevOps
Cloud infrastructure setup, CI/CD pipelines, containerization, and automation — so your team can deploy with confidence.
API Design & Integration
Design, build, and integrate APIs that are fast, secure, and a pleasure to use — REST, GraphQL, or webhooks.
Technical Consulting
Code reviews, architecture audits, and CTO-level guidance — for teams that want a senior outside perspective without the hire.
MVP Development
Go from idea to live product fast. I help founders build lean, testable MVPs that attract users and validate their vision.
Not sure what you need?
Let's talk through your project and figure out the best approach together.
Experience
Companies I've built things for
Over a decade across startups, accelerators, and global tech firms — building software that solves real problems.
Salto Identity Solutions
CurrentProduct Manager
Nieuwegein, Netherlands
Current
Leading product development for Physical Identity & Access Management (PIAM) software — helping enterprise and government organizations control the registration, identification, authentication, and authorization of people accessing their premises.
Driving smart access management solutions deployed across enterprise and government clients.
Bitz
Co-Founder & Technical Lead
Amsterdam, Netherlands
2018 – Present
Co-founded Bitz, an order-ahead and pick-up platform connecting restaurants and venues with on-the-go customers. Selected for the Startupbootcamp Smart City & IoT accelerator program out of 440+ international applications, gaining access to partners including Vodafone, Schiphol, PwC, Amazon, and Cisco.
Selected for Startupbootcamp Smart City & IoT 2018 — one of 10 startups chosen from 440+ global applicants.
Leads to Loyals
Freelance Software Developer
Remote
2019 – Present
Frontend development for Tickl Rewards Software, building customer loyalty and rewards features for end users.
Delivering freelance engineering work for a rewards software platform.
CXO Software
Software Developer & UX/UI Designer
Netherlands
2016 – 2018
Full-stack development and UX/UI design for CXO Software, delivering new product features across the web application. Worked across the full stack with a strong focus on user experience and interface design.
Delivered full-stack features with a dual engineering and UX design role.
Hewlett Packard Enterprise
Project Manager & Software Developer
Costa Rica
2011 – 2015
Project Manager and Full Stack Software Developer leading major software projects for the HP ITO Central America organization across Costa Rica and Panama. Responsible for delivery, stakeholder management, and hands-on development.
Led HP ITO software projects across Central America over four years.
Microsoft
Technical Specialist
Costa Rica
2009 – 2010
Technical specialist consulting on Microsoft Windows and Office System administration, enterprise deployment, and maintenance — advising on best practices for large-scale installations in enterprise environments.
Consulted on enterprise-scale Windows and Office deployments for large organizations.
Get In Touch
Ready to build something great?
I'm always open to discussing new projects, interesting challenges, or just a conversation about technology. Reach out and let's talk.
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