Javier Ribal del Río

Business Administration & Management and Computer Engineering @ UPV
Software & Firmware PM @ Hyperloop UPV

Business · Economics · Data · AI · Programming · Backend · Linux (Arch)

I'm pursuing a double degree in Business Administration & Management and Computer Engineering at UPV. It's a combination that lets me look at systems from two angles: how they're built, and how they create value. I'm especially drawn to problems at the intersection of technology and decision-making.

My background spans competitive programming, real-time backend development, and open-source contributions, and at Hyperloop UPV I have moved from building Go backend services to leading the software and firmware teams. Lately I have also been deepening my data science skills in R, Python, and AI. Outside of that, I like reading and playing tennis, and I volunteer as a sound and lighting technician for live shows.

Experience

Software & Firmware PM · Hyperloop UPV

Aug 2026 – Present

Lead planning and coordination across the Software and Firmware departments of a 50-person university engineering team building Hyperloop technology for the European Hyperloop Week. Own the cross-team roadmap, delivery, and priorities, keeping both departments aligned on reliability and performance for high-demand, real-time systems.

Previously: Backend Engineer · Hyperloop UPV

Sept 2025 – Aug 2026

Worked with Go on backend services focused on reliability and performance for high-demand, real-time systems within the Software Department.

Education

Universitat Politècnica de València (UPV)

Sept 2024 – Jun 2029 (expected)

Double Degree in Business Administration & Management and Computer Engineering (FADE/ETSINF).

International: BIP — Europe's Creative Futures

Valencia · Jan 2025

A Blended Intensive Programme — a short EU exchange format that combines online coursework with an in-person week alongside students from partner European universities, focused on developing new, innovative business ideas.