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Hugo Leonardo da Silva Santos

@hugoleonardodasilvas

I build PHP and Symfony backends, APIs, integrations, and cloud-ready systems.

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What I'm looking for

I'm looking for Senior PHP/Symfony backend or Junior/Mid-level Java backend opportunities involving APIs, microservices, distributed systems, software architecture, and cloud environments, where I can apply my engineering background while growing in Java.

I've built and maintained PHP and Symfony back-end features for Fiducial's e-commerce management project at Vex Tech and InsuranceBrydge's pension platform at 25Friday. My work includes REST APIs, SOAP/XML integrations, data normalization, business rules, reporting, MongoDB, Docker, AWS, and production monitoring.

Across Globant, CI&T, Auto Avaliar, Inatel, AM4, and earlier PHP roles, I've delivered integrations, legacy-system evolution, authentication flows, B2B APIs, dashboards, and web applications for international and industry-specific products. I bring 18 years of software development experience grounded in object-oriented programming, SOLID, design patterns, testing, messaging, databases, and collaborative distributed teams.

I'm also growing deliberately in Java back-end development through hands-on work with Spring Boot, Kafka, PostgreSQL, Docker, DDD, event-driven architecture, Kubernetes, AWS, and cloud computing. As a PSM I and Zend Certified Engineer, I combine deep PHP experience with ownership, adaptability, and continuous learning.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

25Friday logoFR

Full Stack Developer

Oct 2022 - Jan 2025 (2 years 3 months)

- Worked on the back-end development of the Dutch InsuranceBrydge platform, focused on pension management and integration processes, using PHP 8, Symfony, and API Platform.

- Implemented integrations with HR/payroll systems, such as AFAS, Nmbrs, and Loket, consuming APIs and handling data transformation and normalization across different sources.

- Developed business rules related to partici

CI&T logoCI

Full Stack Developer

Oct 2019 - Feb 2021 (1 year 4 months)

- Worked on an international B2B project with more than 500 professionals, taking responsibility for user login and registration flows.

- Integrated Microsoft IAM/Azure authentication and user management with a legacy Magento platform.

- Developed interfaces, validations, pages, and components using JavaScript, jQuery, LESS, Node.js, Webpack, and React.

- Implemented application monitoring with

Auto Avaliar logoAA

PHP Developer

May 2019 - Sep 2019 (4 months)

- Developed and maintained PHP applications applying object-oriented programming, SOLID and DRY principles, and design patterns.

- Integrated internal and third-party APIs for communication between systems.

- Developed MySQL stored procedures to implement business rules and data processing.

- Developed REST APIs for B2B integrations, including payment solutions and communication via SMS, email,

Inatel logoIN

Software Engineer

May 2017 - Apr 2018 (11 months)

- Worked on an Ericsson project for a platform serving telecommunications operators, developing customizations according to client acceptance criteria.

- Developed RESTful APIs applying HATEOAS principles.

- Validated input and output data flows in collaboration with front-end development.

G - Zero Tecnologia E Informatica logoGI

PHP Developer

Apr 2007 - Nov 2008 (1 year 7 months)

- Developed a social networking platform for the skateboarding community, with interaction features, photo and video publishing, and group creation, using PHP and MySQL.

- Contributed to the development of a web system for the public healthcare network, enabling access to test results and patient registration.

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

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Escola da Nuvem

AWS re/Start

2026 - 2026

Preparation for the AWS Cloud Practitioner certification
Hands-on practice with AWS labs
Development of projects using AWS and AI
Soft skills training for a career in cloud computing
Networking and career planning in IT

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Magalu MoveTech

Cloud Infrastructure

2026 - 2026

Completed the **100-hour Magalu Move Tech Program**, developed by **Magalu in partnership with Prosper Digital Skills**, with a focus on Cloud Computing and real-world technology environments.

The program covered:

• Linux, operating systems, networking, and command-line fundamentals
• Cloud compute, storage, DBaaS, networking, and service integration
• Version control, deployment automation, and

DI

DIO

Santander 2026 – AI Java Back-end Bootcamp

2026 - 2026

Completed the **49-hour Santander 2026 – AI Java Back-end Bootcamp**, developed by **Santander in partnership with DIO**, focused on modern Java back-end development and AI-enabled applications.

The program covered:

• Java fundamentals and Object-Oriented Programming
• Collections, Stream API, exceptions, and modern Java practices
• REST API development with Spring Boot
• Database integration an

DI

DIO

Almaviva Solutions – Back-end with Java & QA

2026 - 2026

Completed the **64-hour Almaviva Solutions – Back-end with Java & QA Bootcamp**, developed in partnership with DIO, focused on modern Java back-end development and software quality practices.

The program covered:

• Java fundamentals and Object-Oriented Programming
• Collections, Stream API, exceptions, debugging, and I/O
• REST API development with Java and Spring Boot
• Database integration and

DI

DIO

Bootcamp, Java Back-end Development

2026 - 2026

Completed the 64-hour Almaviva Solutions – Back-end with Java & QA Bootcamp, focusing on Java, Spring Boot, REST APIs, and testing practices.

DI

DIO

Bootcamp, Java Back-end Development

2026 - 2026

Completed the 49-hour Santander 2026 – AI Java Back-end Bootcamp, covering Java fundamentals, Spring Boot, REST APIs, and AI integration.

DI

DIO

Avanade - .NET backend and AI

2025 - 2025

Completed the 84-hour **Avanade – Back-end with .NET and AI** bootcamp, focused on building modern and scalable back-end solutions using the Microsoft ecosystem.

The program combined theoretical foundations with hands-on development, covering:

• C# and .NET back-end development
• REST API design and implementation
• Object-Oriented Programming and software development best practices
• Database i

DI

DIO

Bootcamp, .NET Back-end Development

2025 - 2025

Completed the 84-hour Avanade – Back-end with .NET and AI bootcamp, covering C#, .NET, REST APIs, Docker, Azure, and AI integration.

FP

FAETERJ Petrópolis - Faculdade de Educação Tecnológica do Estado do Rio de Janeiro-Campus Petrópolis

Tecnology, Information Technology

2006 - 2010

- Programming in Pascal, C, C++, C# and Java
- Network Structures
- Operational Systems (Linux)

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FAETERJ Petrópolis - Faculdade de Educação Tecnológica do Estado do Rio de Janeiro-Campus Petrópolis

Technology, Information Technology

2006 - 2010

Studied Information Technology, covering programming in Pascal, C, C++, C# and Java, network structures, and operating systems.

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