Sebastiano Druda

About

Engineering, product, systems, curiosity.

I’m Sebastiano, a software engineer and product builder working across software, AI, automation and digital systems. I like simplifying complex problems, connecting technology with business needs, and turning ideas into useful products through experimentation, research, hands-on development, and learning.

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The journey

Experience

My journey through software, product development, and business operations. From understanding how businesses work to building the technology that makes them work better.

Jan 2026 to Present

Sales & Partnerships Manager

Brop.it

I work at the intersection of business development, software engineering, and intelligent automation. My role involves building strategic partnerships, identifying business opportunities, and translating real operational challenges into practical technology solutions. Beyond commercial development, I contribute to designing and delivering custom software, AI-powered workflows, and system integrations, helping businesses simplify processes and make better use of their technology.

Sep 2025 to Present

Co-Founder & Product Manager

FiscoBud

I'm co-building FiscoBud, a SaaS platform designed to help Italian freelancers and small businesses manage their work, finances, and tax obligations in one connected environment. I lead product vision, strategy, and development priorities, working across user research, product design, business modelling, and go-to-market activities. My focus is turning complex workflows into intuitive experiences, connecting customer needs with technical execution, and transforming an early-stage idea into a sustainable software product.

Sep 2021 to Present

Web Developer & Digital Systems Specialist

CSI Srl

I develop and maintain B2B and B2C digital commerce platforms, combining web development, system integration, and process automation. My work spans WordPress and WooCommerce development, frontend and backend customisation, marketplace integrations, and the technical management of complex product catalogues. I also design Python-based tools for data processing, web scraping, and workflow automation, turning repetitive operations into reliable and scalable processes. Over time, my role has evolved from maintaining digital sales channels to designing technical solutions that connect business operations, data, and software.

Sep 2025 to Jan 2026

Operations & Strategy Lead

Jam Group Srl

I worked on aligning business strategy with day-to-day operations, helping coordinate activities, streamline internal processes, and support the development of the group's businesses. Building on my previous financial responsibilities, I contributed to operational planning and strategic initiatives, connecting financial insights, organisational needs, and practical execution.

Jan 2020 to Dec 2020

Web Application Developer

Freelance

I started developing websites and digital solutions for businesses, working directly with clients from initial requirements to deployment. My projects involved WordPress development, e-commerce configuration, UI/UX design, hosting management, and integrations with digital marketing and analytics tools. This early experience introduced me to the complete lifecycle of a web project, teaching me to balance technical implementation, user experience, and business objectives.

Jun 2020 to Aug 2020

Marketplace Operations & Logistics Lead

CSI Srl

I managed product data, marketplace listings, and digital catalogue operations across several e-commerce channels. Working with Excel, CSV datasets, stock information, and pricing updates, I gained practical experience in how physical inventory and business processes are represented in digital systems. This role sparked my interest in data transformation, systems integration, and the automation of repetitive workflows.

Jun 2019 to Aug 2019

Logistics & Warehouse Operator

CSI Srl

My professional journey began in warehouse and logistics operations, where I worked with inventory management, order preparation, shipping, and warehouse management systems. This hands-on experience gave me an understanding of operational processes and the practical challenges businesses face, a perspective that would later become central to my interest in building software that solves real problems.

Learning & foundations

Education

An interdisciplinary journey through computer science, business, and software engineering, driven by curiosity and a passion for turning technology into meaningful solutions.

2026 – Present

Master’s Degree in Software Engineering

Free University of Bozen-Bolzano

I'm currently pursuing a Master's Degree in Software Engineering at the Free University of Bozen-Bolzano, building on my interdisciplinary background in computer science and digital business. The programme is helping me deepen my technical expertise across modern software development, software architecture, requirements engineering, testing, dependable systems, DevOps and advanced engineering practices. My goal is to combine this academic foundation with the hands-on experience I continue to gain through software development, automation, product work and entrepreneurial projects.

2021 – 2026

Bachelor's Degree in Informatics and Management of Digital Business

Free University of Bozen-Bolzano

I completed an interdisciplinary degree combining computer science, software development, data analysis, and business management, with a specialization in Digital Marketing and Advertising. Studying in a trilingual environment helped me develop a broad perspective on how technology and business interact, from understanding complex systems to designing digital solutions around real user needs. My bachelor's thesis, "How to Reach Problem-Solution Fit? AI-Powered Build-Measure-Learn Loops," explored how artificial intelligence can support early-stage product development, accelerate experimentation, and help teams validate ideas through continuous learning.

2016 – 2021

Scientific High School Diploma

Liceo Scientifico G. Marconi, Pesaro

I followed an Applied Sciences curriculum with a strong emphasis on mathematics, physics, computer science, and scientific reasoning. Alongside my studies, I developed additional skills in 2D and 3D CAD, gaining early exposure to technical design and digital tools. This experience shaped my analytical approach to problem-solving and laid the groundwork for my later studies in computer science and software engineering.

Exploring how artificial intelligence, human creativity, and evidence-driven experimentation can help us understand real problems before building solutions.