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Jose G.
Full-stack Product Engineer

React Native
Apollo Graphql
Typescript
Javascript
Python
C#
React
Bio

A Computer Science graduate from UFV, exhibiting a dedicated interest in games. Professional experience encompasses notable recent work in front-end development, as well as close to three years of game development experience acquired during academic studies. Demonstrates proficiency in a range of technologies including C, C#, Unity, React, and TypeScript.

  • Software Engineer
    11/1/2023 - 3/1/2024

    Assisted in the development and implementation of systems for game development teams, prioritizing efficiency and scalability, using Golang with GRPC. Improved crucial game features by creating Unity packages with C#, resulting in a more efficient and streamlined development process. Provided technical support for company tools, advising clients on optimal use and gathering feedback for improvements, demonstrating effective communication skills in English. Monitored and deployed services using technologies like Datadog, Kubernetes, and AWS to ensure the availability and performance of production systems. Proactively conducted investigations on software bugs, identifying root causes and reducing the number of bug reports.

  • Software Engineer
    1/1/2022 - 11/1/2023

    Worked on international projects for multinational clients, demonstrating strong communication skills and adaptability to diverse cultures and requirements. Utilized TypeScript with Nest.Js or Express, REST, GraphQL, MongoDB, and Postgres, implementing patterns like SAGA and CQRS to develop robust and scalable systems. Employed design patterns and clean code practices to produce readable, modular, and easily maintainable code. Led the development of features aimed at optimizing workflows, resulting in a 75% reduction in customer complaints. Used Node and TDD practices to develop and test new microservices, achieving nearly 100% test coverage. Collaborated with team members on the architecture of multiple microservices to ensure scalability, maintainability, and performance.

  • Software Development Trainee
    6/1/2021 - 1/1/2022

    Developed expertise in front-end development using Angular 2+, TypeScript, HTML, and CSS. Contributed to the creation of endpoints and features for Restful APIs with C# and .Net, streamlining front-end development processes. Played a pivotal role in the development of a state-of-the-art user interface for a major project, resulting in a notable decrease in customer complaints and an increase in customer satisfaction ratings. Conducted extensive testing on new software versions, identifying and resolving numerous bugs prior to product launch.

  • Freelance Developer
    8/1/2020 - 6/1/2021

    Developed solid experience in front-end development using React.js and TypeScript, ensuring the creation of interactive, responsive, and high-performance interfaces. Implemented SEO optimizations using Next.js, enhancing site performance on search engines and increasing online visibility. Demonstrated proficiency in consuming and integrating GraphQL APIs, enabling efficient data exchange between the front-end and back-end. Acquired practical understanding of development with Elixir and the Phoenix framework. Managed virtual machines using Docker and docker-compose, facilitating the creation, deployment, and consistent execution of development and production environments.

  • SCIENTIFIC INITIATION SCHOLARSHIP
    3/1/2019 - 10/1/2021

    Developed two educational games using Unity, honing expertise in game development and educational technology. One project, Maze Code, aimed at teaching programming to beginners, achieved recognition through an article published at SBGames 2021. The second game, Meta-Game, focused on teaching genetic algorithms concepts and is slated for submission to SBGames 2022. This role required and enhanced skills in Unity, game design principles, and educational content integration.

  • Computer Science at Federal University of Viçosa
    2017 - 2021

  • Software Architecture at Pontifical Catholic University of Minas Gerais
    2023 - 2025

  • Modern Complete Web Course with Javascript 2021 at Udemy
    11/1/2020

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