alisonborba

Full Stack Developer

I’m a Computer Science graduate with 15 years of experience in IT, including over 10 years as a software engineer. My journey began in Brazil, where I worked with WordPress and e-commerce platforms. I soon transitioned to building Single Page Applications using AngularJS and Node.js, later expanding into React and React Native. As I gained more experience, I progressed to working with native mobile apps using Swift and Java.

At the company where I worked, I gradually took on more responsibility, eventually becoming an IT Manager. In this role, I led development teams, oversaw delivery pipelines, implemented Git flow practices, and managed deployment processes in AWS, marking my first real exposure to DevOps.

Driven by a desire to work internationally and improve my English, I moved to the UK. My first international role was with Crowdform, a London-based digital product studio, where I worked remotely on web and mobile applications. Shortly after, I joined Vorboss, a fast-growing British telecom, where I relocated to London and contributed to projects involving React, Node.js, Neo4j, Kafka, and Kubernetes.

More recently, I joined Enterprise Nation, where I currently work as a front-end engineer focusing on React.

I’m now actively looking to transition into the Web3 space. With my background in full-stack and mobile development, I believe I’m well-equipped to adapt and grow quickly. I’ve already begun working on personal Web3 projects, including smart contracts and dApps, and I’m eager for the opportunity to contribute professionally in this area — ideally alongside experienced teams where I can continue learning and building impactful technology.


Experience: 11 years

Yearly salary: $80,000

Hourly rate: $40

Nationality: 🇧🇷 Brazil

Residency: 🇬🇧 United Kingdom


Experience

Senior Front-end Dev
Enterprise Nation
2024 - 2025
On Enterprisenation, I was tasked with spearheading the development of a new messaging system designed to serve thousands of users and handle millions of requests. This critical project involved the use of a mono repo structure (Turbo Repo) and employed cutting-edge technologies including Next.js, React, Tailwind CSS, and TypeScript for the front-end development. Ensuring seamless communication and integration through REST APIs and Websocket was crucial, as was utilising .NET for backend services, with Cosmos DB and Microsoft Dynamics for data management. The front end was deployed using Vercel and GitHub pipelines to ensure smooth, continuous delivery, while backend deployments were managed on Microsoft Azure using Terraform for infrastructure as code. Throughout this engagement. My efforts contributed significantly to enhancing Enterprise Nation's communication capabilities, providing a reliable and efficient messaging system for their extensive user base. This experience not only honed my technical skills but also demonstrated my ability to deliver high-impact solutions in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
Software Engineer
Vorboss
2022 - 2024
Contributed significantly as a Software Engineer at Vorboss, a premier connectivity solutions provider, specialising in innovative network services. My role in the Systems Engineering team involved spearheading the development of a pivotal web application. Utilising technologies such as React JS (Vite, NX, TypeScript), Apollo API, GraphQL, Node server, and a Neo4j database, the application streamlined the documentation of network equipment for the Installation and Planning team. I enhanced our deployment processes using GitLab pipelines, Docker, and Kubernetes, ensuring agile and scalable feature delivery across different development stages. My responsibilities extended to collaborating with diverse teams and engaging in prototyping through tools like Airtable and low/no-code platforms. Notably, I implemented OpenTelemetry between the front/back end, and the database using Honeycomb, enhancing system observability. In addition, the application optimises the company's capacity to establish 100 new customer connections monthly, showcasing the efficiency and scalability of our systems. My experience at Vorboss refined my full-stack development skills and contributed to the creation of robust software solutions for intricate network configuration.
Full Stack Developer
Crowdform
2021 - 2022
Crowdform is a global digital product studio. They design and build world-class digital products for startups and enterprises. As a Full Stack Developer, I worked in mobile development for the "Stratiphy" project, utilising React Native (JavaScript, ES6, Xcode, Android, iOS) and key technologies such as Redux for state management, Material UI for a polished user interface, and React Router for seamless navigation. This encompassed the entire development lifecycle, from coding and testing, preparing builds using TestFlight for iOS and Google Play Beta for Android, and successfully deploying the apps to the stores. I also contributed to the Helix project (fintech/cryptocurrencies), where I developed the admin part of a crypto subscription platform for merchants to accept recurring payments through crypto wallets. I adeptly handled frontend technologies like React and backend technologies, including Strapi and NodeJS. Docker, GraphQL, Neo4J, and n8n workflows were integral components of my toolkit. Additionally, I served as a tech lead, guiding an international team through the intricacies of our projects.
Help Desk Assistant
Gennera
2015 - 2015
Provided software technical assistance at Support Level 2.
IT Manager
Icarus Tech (CodeSense)
2015 - 2021
IcarusTech formerly operated under that name and has recently rebranded to CodeSense. IcarusTech is a company specialising in providing outsourcing services to small and medium businesses, where I initially focused on WordPress, PHP, HTML, CSS, Nginx, and MySQL for the development of institutional websites and e-commerce platforms. Subsequently, I transitioned to single-page applications using AngularJS and Node in the backend. Over time, I further expanded my expertise into mobile development using Ionic. After two and a half years as a Full Stack Developer, I transitioned into the role of IT Manager—a position I held for nearly five years. In this capacity, I shouldered diverse responsibilities, leading an IT team and overseeing tasks such as budgeting and customer communication. My role included conducting comprehensive code reviews, enforcing best coding practices, and contributing to various aspects of software development, spanning data modelling, UML diagrams, and the formulation of technical requirements. Despite assuming managerial duties, I actively maintained hands-on involvement in coding and the supervision of DevOps tasks on AWS. Additionally, I extended my expertise to mobile development, working with React Native (JavaScript, ES6), and Flutter, and contributing to native applications using Swift (Xcode) to iOS and Java (Android Studio) to Android applications. I contributed to various projects spanning different industries, including fintech, education, healthcare, transportation, compliance, and gamification for companies such as Crewhu, Beto Carrero (android and iOS apps), Denouncefy, and others. My multifaceted experience at CodeSense reflects my growth from a versatile developer to a proficient IT manager, ensuring the seamless integration of technology into diverse business domains.
Telecommunications Technician
Dividata
2011 - 2015
Utilised Nagios to monitor bank networks in compliance with ITIL.
IT Intern
Jornal O Liberal
2009 - 2010
Handled computer tasks: formatting, maintenance, and network config.

Skills

aws
backend
firebase
front-end
kubernetes
mobile
nextjs
react
react-native
typescript
english
portuguese