Dedicated and experienced IT professional with over 25 years of diverse technical expertise, combining strong leadership skills with a passion for technology. Proven track record in software development, database management, and team leadership across telecom and entrepreneurial ventures. Adept at leveraging a wide range of programming languages including C, Python, PHP, and Java to deliver innovative solutions. Demonstrates exceptional problem-solving abilities and a commitment to continuous learning, consistently staying ahead of emerging technologies. Known for fostering collaborative environments, mentoring team members, and driving projects to successful completion. Combines hands-on technical proficiency with strategic vision, having served as both a skilled developer and CEO. Seeking to apply extensive experience and leadership acumen to drive technological advancements and team success in a challenging IT role. Seeking a full-time remote position to utilize technical expertise in enhancing digital solutions and contributing to team success remotely.
Experience: 11 years
Yearly salary: $140,000
Hourly rate: $75
Nationality: 🇵🇹 Portugal
Residency: 🇵🇹 Portugal
Experience
CEO / System Administrator / Software Developer
DUPACA Unipessoal Lda (Founder) 2011 - 2017
Managed all aspects of the company’s operations, including project planning, client relations, and team management. Delivered small-scale projects such as a Real Estate website, showcasing expertise in PHP, JavaScript, and C programming. Administered Linux systems (CentOS), ensuring system stability and security for hosted applications.
Software Developer
Portugal Telecom/Altice (Outsourcing) 2008 - 2017
Designed and implemented software solutions interfacing with CRM systems to address critical IT requirements for a mobile operator. Maintained and enhanced applications interacting with network elements, ensuring system reliability and performance. Developed high-quality software using ESQL-C, C, and Java, contributing to the company's technological advancements.
Software Developer
Portugal Telecom (PT) 2007 - 2008
Conducted in-depth analysis of customer relationship systems to identify areas for improvement and optimization. Managed the development, maintenance, and enhancement of core CRM software using ESQL/C and Informix 4GL.
CTO / System Administrator / Software Developer
Brunnian Solutions Lda (Co-Founder) 2006 - 2010
Co-founded the company and managed its technical operations, including project management, recruitment, and business development. Oversaw the development of billable projects for clients while managing an outsourced team of developers. Administered Linux systems such as Fedora, and FreeBSD to support client projects effectively.
Software Developer
New Value/Freelancer/TMN (Outsourcing) 2001 - 2007
Provided consulting services for Telecom projects involving analysis, programming, and maintenance of critical applications in ESQL/C and Informix 4GL. Developed a system for loading massive datasets (e.g., call detail records) into databases to support business analytics.
Software Developer - DotCom Projects
New Value/Link (Outsourcing) 2000 - 2001
Contributed to high-profile DotCom projects such as DotCom Vodafone Portal by migrating the systems comd from PHP to TCL using Vignette technology. Developed dynamic web pages using HTML templates integrated with Sybase databases. Built a content management portal for Banco EspÃrito Santo using Oracle databases and TCL programming.
Software Developer - Early Career Roles
TMN (Direct Employment) 1999 - 2000
Designed interfaces for accessing Informix databases using CGI and HTTP protocols. Created middleware solutions enabling multiple systems to query or modify services seamlessly. Administered Netscape Enterprise Server on Unix while developing software in C, ESQL/C, and Informix 4GL.
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