Paulo Kinjo
@paulokinjo
Experienced backend engineer specializing in C# and .NET Core.
What I'm looking for
I am a Senior Backend Engineer with a strong focus on C# and .NET Core, bringing extensive experience in cloud-based infrastructure and multiplayer game development. My expertise lies in building and optimizing game server systems using Kubernetes and Azure, ensuring high performance and scalability. I am passionate about creating interactive user interfaces with ReactJS and Blazor, enhancing the overall user experience.
Throughout my career, I have successfully collaborated with globally distributed teams to design and deploy scalable backend solutions for high-profile multiplayer titles. My role involves optimizing backend systems under heavy player loads, implementing CI/CD workflows, and ensuring robust networking systems for seamless gameplay. I take pride in my ability to address emerging challenges in game development while maintaining industry standards and performance.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Senior Backend Game Engineer
Companion Group
Apr 2024 - Present (1 year 4 months)
As a Senior Backend Game Engineer, I design and deploy scalable backend solutions for high-profile multiplayer titles, leveraging ReactJS, .NET Core, C#, and Postgres. I optimize system performance and scalability under heavy player loads, reducing server response times and managing resources efficiently through functional tests and Microsoft Tests. I also integrate real-time network consideration
Senior Software Engineer
Perfect Storm Studios
Mar 2022 - Present (3 years 5 months)
As a Senior Software Engineer, I designed and maintained scalable backend systems for a high-performance MOBA game, focusing on Unity, Microsoft Azure, and multi-cloud integration. I implemented a multi-region, multi-cloud architecture across Azure, AWS, and Google Cloud Platform (GCP), leveraging Redis for distributed caching and Kubernetes for container orchestration. I also built Admin Tools us
Lead DevOps Engineer
Rakuten
Nov 2020 - Present (4 years 9 months)
As a Lead DevOps Engineer, I led initiatives to automate and streamline DevOps workflows, developing standardized CI/CD pipelines and building scalable infrastructure solutions for critical applications. I evaluated and implemented cutting-edge DevOps tools, such as Prometheus for monitoring and the Elastic Stack for log management, and managed multi-cloud environments leveraging Azure, AWS, and G
Software Architect
Crossover for Work
Apr 2018 - Present (7 years 4 months)
As a Software Architect, I led the development and deployment of backend services using Node.js and Java Spring MVC, deploying containerized applications on AWS. I was responsible for designing and maintaining CI/CD pipelines via Jenkins, automating builds, testing, and deployments across QA and production environments. For frontend development, I used ReactJS and React Native to build a dynamic C
Solution Architect
Senac MS
Dec 2016 - Present (8 years 8 months)
As a Solution Architect, I played a central role in designing and deploying a comprehensive Educational ERP system, tailored to serve 27 states across Brazil. I implemented Domain-Driven Design (DDD) principles, building a resilient foundation for a system that could grow with the organization’s needs. I also led efforts to introduce CI/CD practices and agile workflows, which enhanced both product
Senior Software Engineer
Unimed Campo Grande
Jan 2014 - Present (11 years 7 months)
As a Senior Software Engineer, I was responsible for the development and maintenance of a critical healthcare application using ASP.NET MVC and Entity Framework on the server side, paired with a rich frontend built with JavaScript, TypeScript, AngularJS, and Bootstrap. I led the charge in refactoring the codebase, applying best practices and design patterns to improve maintainability and scalabili
Software Developer
Espaço Vip
Jan 2009 - Present (16 years 7 months)
As a Software Developer, I gained hands-on experience in building a point-of-sale (POS) system from scratch using C# and Windows Forms, paired with Microsoft SQL Server as the database backend. I also implemented reporting features using SQL Server Reporting Services (SSRS), enabling store owners to view and analyze their sales data. This role involved gathering requirements directly from clients,
Education
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Fundação Universitária Iberoamericana
Master Degree in Computer Software Engineering, Computer Software Engineering
2017 - 2019
Grade: www.funiber.org.br/mestrado-em-direcao-estrategica-em-engenharia-de-software
Completed a Master's degree focusing on Computer Software Engineering. The curriculum provided advanced knowledge and skills in software development and engineering principles.
IGTI - Instituto de Gestão em Tecnologia da Informação
Master of Business Administration (MBA), Software Architecture
2015 - 2017
Grade: www.igti.com.br
Obtained an MBA with a specialization in Software Architecture. This program combined business management principles with in-depth knowledge of software system design.
Anhanguera Educacional
Bachelor's degree, Computer Science
2014 - 2015
Activities and societies: Final course project development. Area: Database.
Completed a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science. Focused on the development of a final course project in the area of Database.
Pontifícia Universidade Católica do Rio Grande do Sul
Bachelor's degree, Computer Science
2011 - 2014
Activities and societies: Academic Week: Lecture (2012 - Conceptual Database Modeling, UML Best Practices)Academic Week: Lecture (2013 - Java with Hibernate, HTML5, and CSS3)Academic Week: Lecture (2014 - Introduction to Pentesting, Oracle SQLTuning, Asp.NET MVC4).
Earned a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science. Participated in various academic activities, including lectures on database modeling, web technologies, and security.
CESUPA
Bachelor's degree, Computer Science
2010 - 2011
Activities and societies: Software Factory - JavaSE Systems Development and Analysis.
Pursued a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science. Engaged in the Software Factory program, focusing on JavaSE Systems Development and Analysis.
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