Portrait of Vicente Opaso

Vicente Opaso

Web Engineering Manager.

Frontend Architect.

Design Systems & DevEx Leader.

I lead engineering teams and architect frontend platforms that combine composable architectures, modern frameworks, design systems and Developer Experience (DevEx) workflows. My work focuses on scalable frontend architectures, accessible user experiences, CI/CD automation and cross-functional engineering leadership.

Improved Core Web Vitals 30% Across six global markets

Cut Release friction 60% Through CI/CD guardrails & DevEx automation

Delivered Composable Architecture Powering multi-locale enterprise platforms

Professional Summary

At Nexthink I led the global corporate marketing platform built on Next.js, GraphQL, Tailwind CSS and Hygraph on Vercel—driving performance, accessibility and DevEx automation across a distributed engineering team operating in six locales.

At EUROCONTROL I defined the Design System strategy for aviation-critical operations, strengthened CI/CD pipelines and implemented governance frameworks across regulated, mission-critical workflows.

At Carlsberg I built the Malty global React/TypeScript component library, founded the Frontend Community of Practice and scaled cross-market engineering workflows supporting the Western Europe digital ecosystem.

Before transitioning fully into software development, I spent ten years at Nokia as an RF Engineer, working on network optimization, antenna systems, mobility performance and large-scale wireless deployments—experience that shaped my systems-level approach to architecture, reliability and performance.

My software career began nearly 15 years ago when I co-founded Greygoo, leading web and mobile delivery for clients including GM, NCAA and the Paulson Institute in U.S. markets.

My mission: build systems and teams that scale, reduce friction and deliver long-term, repeatable value.

What I Focus On

  • Frontend Architecture & Composable Platforms
    Scalable, modular, React/Next.js ecosystems built for global delivery.

  • Design Systems & UI Governance
    Component libraries, tokens, accessibility, multi-surface consistency.

  • Developer Experience & Workflow Optimization
    CI/CD automation, code-quality guardrails, onboarding frameworks and tooling.

  • Engineering Leadership & Cross-Functional Collaboration
    Leading distributed teams, shaping strategy and aligning product, design and engineering.

  • Performance, Accessibility & Technical SEO
    Core Web Vitals, edge delivery, WCAG 2.1 compliance and search optimization.

Get in touch

Interested in collaborating, discussing engineering leadership, or exploring new opportunities? I'm open to thoughtful conversations.