rafaeldemenech

Infrastructure | Cloud Services | Dev Ops | Security

AWS Cloud Solutions Architect and DevSecOps Leader with 10+ years in full-stack development and deep expertise in cloud infrastructure. Currently driving enterprise cloud strategy.
I architect and implement scalable AWS environments that balance security, performance, and cost-efficiency. My achievements include:

Achieving 85%+ security score in AWS Security Hub through rigorous implementation of security controls and best practices
Successfully implementing cloud infrastructure that meets PCI DSS, SOC2, and ISO certification requirements
Engineering custom automation solutions across the organization, including data obfuscation tools and developer productivity enhancements
Reducing operational costs by up to 90% through innovative cloud solutions for email delivery, global SMS, and other key systems
Implementing robust CI/CD pipelines and DevSecOps practices that improve development velocity and security

My approach follows AWS Well-Architected Framework principles, ensuring optimal security, reliability, performance, cost-efficiency, and operational excellence. I collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams to translate complex requirements into practical architectures.
Beyond technology, I'm a dedicated family man who recharges through adventure—whether skydiving, surfing, or exploring the outdoors.


Experience: 7 years

Yearly salary: $150,000

Hourly rate: $70

Nationality: 🇧🇷 Brazil

Residency: 🇧🇷 Brazil


Experience

DevOps Engineer
Xvoucher
2020 - 2023
Played a pivotal role in modernizing infrastructure, implementing cloud solutions, and establishing automated workflows to enhance development efficiency and system reliability. Key Contributions: - Cloud Migration Leadership: Led the strategic planning and implementation of migrating Xvoucher's landscape to AWS Cloud for global operations, focusing on high availability and scalability. - CI/CD Implementation: Established the organization's first comprehensive Azure DevOps pipelines, creating standardized patterns for all solution components that fully automated the release process, significantly reducing coordination overhead and deployment time. - Database DevOps Transformation: Implemented SQL Server Data Tools (SSDT) to replace manual SQL script execution, enabling database-as-code practices, automated deployments, and compliant change tracking. - Custom DevOps Tooling: Conceived, designed, and delivered "Xvoucher DevOps Tools" - a comprehensive internal platform that streamlined developer workflows including on-demand database restoration, error monitoring dashboards, remote debugging capabilities, and data obfuscation services. - Cross-Team Collaboration: Worked across multiple agile teams to deliver end-to-end products and features from conception to delivery, providing technical leadership and DevOps expertise. Technologies: AWS, Azure DevOps, SQL Server Data Tools, .NET, Golang, Angular, Node.js, PowerShell, Bash, CI/CD Technical Implementation Details: Frontend: Angular Backend: Go (Golang) with full web service capabilities, authentication, permissions management, and token creation for integration with Azure DevOps Pipelines Database: SQL Server with automated deployment patterns
Software Engineer
Vfg Consulting
2015 - 2020
Software Development, Outsourcing Services, Consulting, Infrastructure & Support Firm. - Xvoucher - Minneapolis, USA (2 Years) DevOps Engineer Led DevOps transformation initiatives for Xvoucher's end-to-end platform that enables global sales, distribution, tracking, and tax compliance for the learning industry. Key Contributions: Designed and implemented CI/CD pipelines to streamline development workflows Collaborated closely with development teams to facilitate DevOps adoption Created automation solutions to improve efficiency and reduce manual tasks Provided technical support and mentoring during the transformation process Contributed to development tasks as needed to support project goals Technologies: Azure DevOps, C# ASP.NET, SQL Server, JavaScript, SQL Server Data Tools, PowerShell/Bash Scripts, Windows Server management - SpaceLogik - Chicago, USA (3 years) Software Engineer Worked directly with company leadership on SpaceLogik's platform that helps tenant brokers improve efficiency with patented space efficiency tools that reduce space requirements by 15%, automate space programming/budgeting, and accelerate lease processes from 8 months to 4 weeks. Key Contributions: Translated high-level business requirements into technical specifications Developed new features following major UI and backend refactoring Implemented complex mathematical models for space optimization Built integrations with Google Maps and 3D modeling technologies Created functionality allowing brokers to design spaces and modify textures Technologies: ASP.NET Framework (WebForms and WebAPI), Angular, JavaScript, SQL Server, Windows Server, Azure DevOps Pipelines, Go (Golang for data crawling applications) Others Software Engineer Role: todotix - Bolivia Enhanced Bolivia's online event ticket platform through UI/UX improvements and feature refactoring. Pronto - Uruguay Created an online loan apptool enabling users to securely apply for personal loans and credit cards.
Software Engineer
Bravi Software
2013 - 2015
Development and maintenance of international education software to manage educational institutions; .Net development technologies (MVC ASP.Net, Webforms, Desktop Development) SQL Server and Oracle development; Development using SCRUM methodology.
Software Developer
Ayty CRM BPO e Serviços de Tecnologia da Informação
2012 - 2013
Development and customisation of solutions for call centres; Systems analysis; System Development using .Net technologies( WCF, Webforms and Desktop Development); Data base development using Oracle and SQL Server.

Skills

aws
cloud
devops
docker
english
portuguese
spanish