Nikson L.

Principal Engineer

Passionate Solution Architect
5/1/2016 - 5/1/2019

Oversaw architecture, implementation, and maintenance of technologies while leading software development teams. From ideation and technology selection to legacy system improvement and migration, handled projects across the programmatic media sector. Facilitated training for new developers as teams grew and employed microservices architectures where solutions required multi-system communication.

Organized the initiative Insolabs within a holding group, aimed at exchanging technical knowledge across companies and the public through exhibitions and technological conversations, organized via Meetup.

Adapted legacy systems in PHP to Laravel and Lumen, and migrated legacy systems from external clients to CMS WordPress, creating or adapting themes and plugins. Employed front-end development using native HTML5 API Web Components, and libraries such as Polymer, React, and Vue for various projects. Managed and migrated infrastructure to AWS cloud services with additional experience in Google Cloud. Adapted microservices to Docker environments combined with AWS container services.

Implemented an agile culture and coordinated software development teams using project management tools like Phabricator, Bitbucket, GitHub, and SCRUM Framework tools. Established a Git workflow and versioning documentation standards. Set up a Continuous Integration system using an AWS pipeline, promoted Test-Driven Development (TDD), and implemented a culture for documenting code and processes with an indexable tool to manage organizational intellectual capital efficiently.

Passionate Coder and Stuff
6/1/2015 - Present

Led the founding, co-creation, management, and maintenance of various technology projects, including the development of Progressive Web Apps (PWA) and hybrid mobile applications, as well as multimedia applications utilizing Augmented Reality. Contributed to forming project and operations teams in the Barretos region, and provided training in web development using technologies such as React, Node, and Ionic. Participated in system design typically involving microservices within cloud infrastructures, leveraging AWS and Google Cloud. Developed proficiency in Node, ReactJs, Typescript, Swift, C#, PHP, WebXR, Threejs, Godot 4, Blender, and Unity.

CTO
3/1/2014 - 4/1/2015

Developed expertise in PHP utilizing the CakePHP framework, and effectively implemented JavaScript with jQuery alongside HTML5 and CSS. Coordinated team development by integrating Git for source control management (SCM) and setting up development, homologation, and production environments using Jenkins for continuous integration. Implemented control systems for tasks and orders and adopted Scrum (Scrumban) methodology for project management with Redmine Backlogs. Established a comprehensive documentation system and facilitated the migration from a basic host service to AWS Cloud Services. Designed and implemented a Technical Development Team Improvement Plan through courses and practical methodologies like Dojo Coding.

PHP Programmer Analyst
6/1/2012 - 12/1/2013

Gained substantial expertise in backend development utilizing PHP and the CakePHP framework. Developed strong capabilities in data modeling and querying within MySQL and PostgreSQL database systems. Proficient in front-end development using JavaScript, HTML5, and CSS both independently and integrated with various libraries.

Interface and Back-end Developer
3/1/2011 - 6/1/2012

Gained expertise in back-end development with PHP, focusing on the creation and maintenance of WordPress themes and plugins. Acquired strong skills in modeling and querying data using MySQL. Excelled as a front-end developer utilizing JavaScript, HTML, and CSS, alongside proficiency with libraries such as jQuery and Bootstrap. Developed a comprehensive technical skill set to efficiently handle both front-end and back-end development tasks.

Web Developer
10/1/2010 - 3/1/2011

Led team development and technology implementation, achieving proficiency in PHP with CakePHP Framework, and utilizing JavaScript and jQuery effectively. Mastered HTML5 and CSS for front-end development. Coordinated team development and successfully implemented Git for Source Control Management (SCM). Facilitated continuous integration by setting up development, homologation, and production environments using Jenkins. Installed and managed tasks and orders control systems, and adopted Scrum (Scrumban) methodology for Project Management with Redmine Backlogs. Established a comprehensive documentation system and orchestrated the migration from a simple hosting service to AWS Cloud Services. Designed and executed a Technical Development Team Improvement Plan through courses and practical methodologies, including Dojo Coding.

Content Engineer
6/1/2009 - 3/1/2010

Developed proficiency in PHP with a focus on creating and maintaining Moodle-based e-learning platforms. Applied expertise in Flash ActionScript to design and implement interactive educational games, enhancing user engagement and learning outcomes. Demonstrated the ability to integrate complex back-end systems with engaging front-end interfaces, ensuring seamless user experiences. Worked extensively with MySQL databases to manage course content and user data, and optimized performance for large-scale deployments. Utilized version control systems, including Git, to ensure smooth collaborative development and code management.

Multimedia Computational Technology at Methodist University of Piracicaba
2005 - 2007