Alexandre Pinel

These days, I’m primarily available for public speaking engagements, university interventions, and conferences on translation studies, multilingualism, and language technology. Past work included supporting organisations with IT-driven localisation, digital workflows, and cross-cultural strategy, alongside technical and literary translation and applied projects in computational linguistics (e.g. designing context-free grammars). Former full member of the Chartered Institute of Linguists (MCIL).

Partnered with founders and SMEs to design MVPs and scale them into production-ready platforms. Built and coordinated distributed project teams, ensuring governance, quality, and delivery under startup constraints. Translated complex technical concepts into clear business outcomes for non-technical stakeholders. Developed robust full-stack systems with React, Angular, TypeScript, Next.js, Node.js, Golang, and Python. Designed and managed data architectures with PostgreSQL, MongoDB, MariaDB, integrating

Founded and scaled an international consulting company delivering digital and IT solutions. Directed company strategy, client acquisition, and finance, securing long-term growth and profitability. Recruited, developed, and managed cross-functional teams across engineering, design, and consulting. Negotiated internationally, balancing cultural and business expectations in diverse markets.

Oversaw operations across Nepal, Bhutan, Tibet, and India, ensuring financial sustainability and growth. Designed and maintained Power BI dashboards to monitor key operational and IT KPIs, enabling data-driven decision-making across the organization.

Directed all IT operations and digital strategy for a high-tech security company specialising in biometric door locks (fingerprint, magnetic card, and password systems). Managed infrastructure, ERP, CRM, and e-commerce systems to support over 300 distributors across North America and Europe. Led digital transformation initiatives, including distributor portals and customer support platforms, ensuring scalability and reliability. Coordinated international projects with R&D and production teams in Shenzhen

Advised European companies entering the Chinese market on digital strategy and user experience, adapting websites and platforms to local expectations (e.g. text-heavy, color-rich layouts). Supported Chinese businesses expanding to Europe with IT and digital localisation, ensuring usability and design matched European standards. Helped bridge technical, cultural, and market differences, aligning business goals with digital execution. Gained early experience in digital transformation and international IT c