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Alvaro Galvan

AI Engineer
alvarogalvan.dev
AI engineer and creative technologist with hands-on experience building end-to-end generative applications using LLMs and diffusion models. Former founder and designer, now focused on backend systems that bridge technology and imagination.

Skills

AI Engineering
LLMs, diffusion models, multi-modal prompt engineering
Backend
Go, Python, SQL, RESTful APIs, NGINX, async systems
Frontend
Typescript, JavaScript, SvelteKit 2/Svelte 5, UX/UI design, HTML, CSS
Deployment
Docker, Fly.io, CI/CD, Github actions, automated testing
Graphic Design
Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, poster & package design

Portfolio

Developer, Creator

The Ravensfield Collection

May 2024 - Current
  • Built a fully automated generative fiction platform with a modular Go backend.
  • Orchestrated autonomous content generation and publishing with prompt chaining and recovery logic.
  • Integrated external LLM APIs and diffusion models to produce daily AI-written stories.
  • Developed a Ghost CMS theme for immersive story presentation.

Developer, Creator

Astroulette

Apr 2025 - Current
  • Built a full-stack AI chat for real-time interaction with sci-fi characters generated on the fly.
  • Designed and deployed a non-blocking, session-aware backend handling real-time AI interactions using FastAPI.
  • Implemented a globally distributed SQLite3 database with RESTful API via SQLModel and SQLAlchemy.
  • Integrated LLM APIs and image generation for character creation, chaining prompts for coherence and personality.
  • Developed a responsive, frontend with SvelteKit 2/Svelte 5 and TypeScript, focused on a streamlined UX and performance.

Work Experience

Co-Founder

SiteArcade

Jan 2020 - Jun 2022
  • Co-founded an author-services startup offering automated, customizable websites tailored to professional authors.
  • Led end-to-end UI/UX design, prioritizing intuitive flows and frictionless onboarding for a non-technical audience.
  • Oversaw product development, customer support, and marketing operations for a strong, consistent brand.
  • Partnered with lead engineer to translate author needs into scalable product features.
  • Managed a team of 6 freelance writers; grew the company blog into a Top 5 author blog by organic traffic (Ahrefs).

Founder & Lead Designer

Striking Books

Oct 2017 - Dec 2019
  • Delivered high-impact book covers tailored to genre trends and reader conversions.
  • Translated abstract author input into sharp, market-ready visual concepts.
  • Specialized in digital photocomposition using Adobe Photoshop and related tools.
  • Managed the full client lifecycle—client intake, creative direction, revisions, and delivery.
  • Built long-term partnerships with authors; delivered full book series.

Lead Graphic Designer

Troma Entertainment

Oct 2011 - Oct 2017
  • Sole designer overseeing high-volume creative output across print, digital, and packaging media.
  • Designed and launched the original Troma Now streaming website, including layout, branding, and user experience.
  • Produced standout visuals for posters, merchandise, and Blu-ray/DVD packaging with strict brand consistency.
  • Developed branding strategies that amplified the company’s cult-classic identity in niche entertainment markets.
  • Delivered polished assets under tight deadlines and shifting priorities, balancing creativity with execution.

Education

Software Engineering

Self-Directed Study

Completed extensive independent training focused on backend development, real-world app architecture, and AI engineering:

  • Codecademy: Computer Science Career Path, Python3, Go, Javascript, Design Databases With PostgreSQL.
  • Boot.dev: Backend Development Track, including Python, Go, SQL, Javascript, CI/CD and Docker.
  • 365 Data Science: Introduction to Data and Data Science.
  • Datacamp: Python, Pandas, Data Visualization, Data Manipulation in Python.
  • ML School: Build Machine Learning Systems That Don't Suck.
Jan 2023 - Current

MA

CEV, Madrid

Jan 2007 - Sep 2008

BA

Complutense, Madrid

Jan 2002 - Jun 2007