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Rafael Munhoz

@rafaelmunhoz

Software engineer specializing in full‑stack and local AI solutions.

Brazil
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What I'm looking for

I seek roles building privacy‑focused, full‑stack or AI products where I can architect end‑to‑end systems, work on Local AI/Edge Computing, and grow in applied ML and product engineering.

I am a software engineer with 3+ years of experience delivering full‑stack solutions using React, TypeScript, and Python. I specialize in end‑to‑end product development, from system architecture to production deployment, and am expanding into Local AI and Edge Computing.

As Creator & Lead Engineer of AEON, I architected a modular, privacy‑first desktop AI assistant with fully offline capabilities using Python and PyQt6, integrating local LLMs (Ollama) and multimodal inputs like Whisper and MediaPipe. I engineered a custom JSON‑based Function Calling engine to allow autonomous system interactions.

I conceived and single‑handedly developed KinkLink, a secure PWA built with React, TypeScript, and Firebase, implementing real‑time features, gesture‑based interfaces, and a sophisticated state machine via custom React hooks. I also applied testing practices using Vitest and React Testing Library to ensure reliability.

I have additional experience as a freelance developer and Flutter contractor, building responsive websites and a mobile emergency app. I bring practical experience across frontend, backend, AI integrations, and deployment, with a strong focus on privacy, performance, and user‑centered design.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

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Current

Freelance Software Developer

Freelance

Jan 2022 - Present (4 years 1 month)

Delivered responsive websites and end-to-end projects for clients across professions, managing consultation, design, development, and deployment to meet client requirements.

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Creator & Lead Engineer

AEON

Architected a modular, privacy-first desktop AI assistant enabling fully offline local LLM integration and multimodal interaction, improving responsiveness and autonomy for end users.

KI

Lead Developer

KinkLink

Conceived and single-handedly developed a privacy-focused PWA using React and Firebase, implementing real-time matching, gesture-based UI, and a modular state machine to scale user interactions securely.

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

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FATEC Sorocaba

Technologist, Biotechnology

Completed a Technologist program in Biotechnology focusing on applied biotechnological methods and laboratory practice.

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UNISO Sorocaba

Technologist, Gastronomy

Completed a Technologist program in Gastronomy covering culinary techniques, food safety, and production management.

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ETC Sorocaba

Technical Degree, Chemistry

Completed a Technical Degree in Chemistry with training in chemical analysis and laboratory procedures.

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ETC Sorocaba

Technical Degree, Plastic Processes

Completed a Technical Degree in Plastic Processes focusing on polymer processing and manufacturing techniques.

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