DiegoLaya
Throw me in. I'll figure it out.
Over the past 5+ years I've built everything from AI-powered platforms and real-time inventory systems to apps that serve hundreds of people every day. I speak three languages (English, Spanish, and Italian) and I love working across teams and cultures to bring ideas to life.
Away from the screen, I paint, sculpt, and make music. I've always believed that software engineering is itself an art. The same eye for composition, the same obsession with getting the details right. The best code, like the best art, has an elegance you can feel even if you can't quite explain it.
Work Experience

Senior Software Engineer
Advita Ortho
Dec 2025 - Present

Software Engineer
Advita Ortho
Aug 2021 - Dec 2025
Education

University of Florida
2019 - 2021
Bachelor of Science in Computer Science
Apple Platforms
Frontend Skills
Backend Skills
AI Skills
DevOps Skills
Other Skills

Leader. Reliable. Innovative.
What People Say
It has been an absolute pleasure and honor to work with Diego. He is probably one of the best hires I've ever made and am so grateful and appreciate all he has done and contributed to the company. Diego continues to impress every time he can.
Stacey Fedorka
Chief Technology Officer
I've had the honor of working with Diego at Advita Ortho. Under his leadership, he consistently guided and mentored me with his diverse technical and management skills. He has a clear vision for building reliable, high-quality software and is meticulous in how he designs and plans the system for easy collaboration. What I appreciated most was his willingness to mentor and give constructive feedback on assigned tasks. Diego would be a great manager and technical leader for any team.
Benjamin Afrasah
Senior Software Engineer
Having collaborated with Diego for several years, I've seen firsthand that he is the rare developer who speaks the language of design fluently. He is a creative catalyst who doesn't just execute code; he challenges the status quo and brings fresh, innovative ideas to every brainstorm. Diego possesses a keen eye for modern, clean interfaces, and together we've elevated our projects to new heights of both functionality and style. He has been instrumental in streamlining our Figma-to-UI workflow and maintained our suite of in-house mobile apps, managing the full lifecycle through the Apple and Google Play stores. Without his high-level technical skill set and collaborative spirit, my designs would not be able to come to life in the way they do. He is an exceptional programmer, a visionary collaborator, and an invaluable asset to any team.
Jenna Spencer
Senior Digital Designer
I continue to be impressed with Diego and how he is responding to all of our needs. He also seems to be working literally around the clock. He was messaging late Friday night, Sunday night and again last night. And it's people like Diego that will get us through chaos. I literally couldn't do my job without him. Huge kudos and appreciation to Diego.
Jen Boch
Senior Manager, Global Field Inventory
Diego was the person I leaned on most during my CS degree at UF. He had a natural ability to break down complex topics and make them click. He pushed me to write cleaner code and think more critically about design decisions, which shaped how I approach engineering to this day.
Juan Rodriguez
Software Engineer, Microsoft
I had the pleasure of working with Diego on an iOS project, and I could confidently recommend him. He was a highly collaborative and professional teammate—goal-driven, proactive, and dependable. Diego consistently took ownership, followed through on commitments, and maintained a high standard of quality and responsibility in everything he delivered. Technology was never a problem for him—he adapted quickly and handled new technical challenges with ease. He also contributed positively to team dynamics through clear communication and a genuinely supportive attitude. I would absolutely welcome the chance to work with him again and recommend him to any team looking for a strong iOS engineer and great overall colleague.
Goran Obarcanin
Senior iOS Engineer
Projects
Toi Studios
Independent App Studio