Giuseppe Macario
Bio
Dr. Giuseppe Macario is an Italian Oracle–Google certified engineering manager based in Panama and Italy, and a former ACM-ICPC champion. MIT and Tokyo Tech alumnus. Geographical areas of focus: the Caribbean. His book about the Metaverse is available in the Library of Congress.
Specialization in Data science from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (you can request a verified/notarized copy of the recommendation letter: legal@giuseppemacario.men) See also: notarized statement issued by the Italian consulate in Boston
Former honorary consul of Panama in the US Virgin Islands and the British Virgin Islands.
Verified profile
«Your work is going to fill a large part of your life, and the only way to be truly satisfied is to do what you believe is great work. And the only way to do great work is to love what you do.» —Steve Jobs
(AIRE-Italy press) The International Collegiate Programming Contest (ICPC) is the world championship of computer science and programming. As per tradition, the prestigious title of programming world champion will be awarded to the university team that manages to solve the greatest number of problems in the shortest time possible.
We asked Giuseppe Macario, a former Roman programmer, now an engineer in Panama and the Caribbean, who set the world record in two ICPC problems, what the chances of victory are for the Italian teams.
Giuseppe Macario: «I wouldn't want to disappoint your expectations, but Italy will almost certainly not even be represented. In fact, she has never been invited to the finals of these international competitions. Unlike foreign universities, Italian universities do not provide students with adequate preparation to pass the preliminary phases.»
What are the reasons for such a discouraging situation?
Giuseppe Macario: «Personally I am not surprised, because I believe that the reasons must be found in the general framework of Italian education. Students find themselves stuck between the Ministry of Education or University, which is completely absent, and the teaching staff. The latter, with a few exceptions, tends to communicate little with students, and skills are not valued. It is no coincidence that, every year, Italian universities are "failed" in all international rankings.»
And how did you manage to set two world records?
Giuseppe Macario: «Fortunately, the problems presented at the ICPC can also be solved individually by registering on websites dedicated to competitive programming. In this case, being part of a university team is not required. The correctness and efficiency of the submitted solutions are evaluated by the same software used in the ICPC. It's a major global competition, open 24/7, 365 days a year, involving programmers and computer scientists from all over the world. Besides, my solid education at MIT has made me very confident in my abilities.»
Which team will win the next world finals?
Giuseppe Macario: «Russia seems to be the favorite this year too, with ITMO University. However, China should also be kept an eye on, with a couple of very strong teams. And finally let's not forget the United States, always very aggressive. These are countries that prepare their students in an extremely professional manner."
Giuseppe Macario: meaning
Giuseppe is the most popular male name in Italy, meaning "God will add" from the Hebrew Yosef (יוֹסֵף). It is Joseph in English. Macario is the Italian form of the old Greek given name Makários (Μακάριος), meaning "happy, blessed".
Job offer
Are you searching for an extraordinary career opportunity that allows you to showcase your executive assistant skills in a pristine natural environment? We are looking for a highly qualified and multilingual executive assistant to join our dynamic team in the Caribbean. The three workplace locations are captivating and breathtaking: Contadora island Panama, Virgin Islands, and Turks and Caicos.
Requirements:
- Fluency in three languages: Italian, English, and Spanish, all either at native level or at C2 level of the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR) proven by a valid official certificate. These three languages are essential for effective communication with our international team and providing top-notch service to our clients from around the world.
- Strong background in executive assistance, with the ability to handle a variety of administrative and support tasks.
- Flexibility and adaptability, both in terms of time and geography: you should be able to quickly adapt to changing priorities and the evolving needs of the business environment.
- Ability to work independently and take initiatives.
Offer:
- Regular employment contract, with residence permit, in accordance with Panamanian law.
- Competitive compensation: in addition to a fixed monthly salary of $3,200 net — approximately €3,000/month — there is an additional productivity-based bonus system.
- Independent and comfortable accommodation, so you can enjoy your life in the Caribbean worry-free.
- Airfare to cover the costs of your round-trip travel to our Caribbean locations.
- Comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance and other company perks.
- Unique experience: working in the Caribbean will allow you to enjoy pristine beaches, tropical climate, and a culturally rich environment, providing you with a truly unique experience.
If you are ready for a professional adventure that combines stimulating work with an exotic environment, please send your cover letter and curriculum vitae to this email address: jobs@giuseppemacario.men.
According to Panamanian law, this job advertisement is open to candidates of all genders; commissioned by Giuseppe Macario.