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Telmo Amaro

@telmoamaro

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Experienced software-centric product developer with 20 years in tech.

Portugal

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What I'm looking for

I seek a dynamic role where I can leverage my extensive software development experience to create innovative products, while fostering a collaborative and growth-oriented company culture.

I am a software-centric product developer with over 20 years of experience in full-cycle software development across various industries internationally and working remotely. My expertise spans mobile and web applications, where I have successfully led projects from conception to deployment. I thrive in collaborative environments, working closely with teams to deliver innovative solutions that meet client needs.

Throughout my career, I have developed a range of solutions, including a last-mile delivery solution, aircraft maintenance management platform, platform to monitor vulnerable people, and have recently participated as a technology supplier for the most comprehensive national UK mobility habits survey organised by the DfT (Department for Transport UK).
My technical proficiency includes native mobile development for both Android and iOS, as well as backend development using Ruby on Rails and Python. I am passionate about leveraging technology to create impactful products and continuously adapt to new tech stacks as required.

My academic background in in Aeronautical Engineering (master’s degree).

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Current

Full-cycle Software Developer

Current

Itcontractor.telmoamaro.com

Jan 2010 - Present (15 years 5 months)

Performed full-cycle mobile and web software product developments as an independent contractor for various clients. Adapted to different tech stacks based on project requirements.

Android Development iOS Development Python Ruby on Rails J2ME .NET Framework PostgreSQL MySQL SQLite Firebase Google Maps

Current

Collaborative Consultant

Current

Cocosoftware.io

Jan 2023 - Present (2 years 5 months)

Developed full-cycle mobile and web software products, including native mobile and web applications. Collaborated on a last-mile delivery solution, utilizing various tech stacks.

Android Development iOS Development Python Ruby on Rails PostgreSQL SQLite

Full-cycle Software Developer

Airnavco.com

Jan 2021 - Dec 2023 (2 years 11 months)

Developed an Aircraft Maintenance Management Web Platform. Assessed requirements, designed software architecture, and performed full-cycle product development.

Ruby on Rails PostgreSQL AWS S3

Founder

Wherespet.com

Jan 2016 - Dec 2019 (3 years 11 months)

Founded a start-up as a part-time passion project, initially intended as a non-profit. Developed full-cycle mobile and web software products and managed IoT hardware integration.

Android Development iOS Development Python Ruby on Rails PostgreSQL SQLite Project Management

Lead Software Developer

Begenius/noshape.com/Setcom SGPS

Jan 2009 - Dec 2010 (1 year 11 months)

Led the architecture and development of the LocateU people and assets tracking platform. Developed backend, database, web front-end, and J2ME tracker app.

.NET Framework C++Java 2 ME UI Development

Software Engineer

Skysoft SA

Jan 2009 - Dec 2009 (11 months)

Served as a Unit Tester for the Real-Time Monitoring and Control subsystem of ESA's GALILEO project. Utilized C and Cantata++ in this role.

C++Cantata++

Programmer and Game Designer

CSP-Mobile/MaxArtists GmbH

Jan 2003 - Dec 2006 (3 years 11 months)

Developed games with J2ME, performing full-cycle product development. Ported games between mobile phone models and created game design documents.

Java 2 ME Game Development Game Design Porting

Programmer and Game Designer

Indie Developer

Jan 2002 - Dec 2006 (4 years 11 months)

Developed and distributed 11 games for J2ME as an independent developer. Performed full-cycle product development and created game design documents.

Java 2 ME Game Development Game Design Porting

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

Universidade da Beira Interior

Master’s Degree, Aeronautical Engineering

Studied the design, production, and maintenance of aircraft and spacecraft. Focused on the management of activities related to the operation of aircraft and spacecraft. Developed Numerical Simulation Software for Performance Studies of Hybrid Rocket Engines for the thesis.

Universidade da Beira Interior

Licenciate Degree, Aeronautical Engineering

Studied the design, production, and maintenance of aircraft and spacecraft. Focused on the management of activities related to the operation of aircraft and spacecraft.