Roque Junior

Tech Lead | Project Manager | Delivery Lead – Pie (Ireland)

Jan 2023 – Present

Leading a remote squad of 6 developers, responsible for architectural direction, mentoring, sprint planning, and delivery management.

• Designed and maintained scalable RESTful APIs using PHP 8 and Laravel.
• Refactored legacy modules into modern OOP architecture, reducing technical debt.
• Optimized MySQL queries and database schemas, improving reporting performance.
• Implemented strict code review and CI/CD practices to reduce production bugs.
• Managed sprint planning, backlog prioritization, and stakeholder alignment using Agile methodologies.

Senior PHP Developer – Pie (Ireland)

Jan 2022 – Dec 2022

• Designed scalable RESTful endpoints supporting mobile and web growth.
• Assisted migration to PHP 8.x standards.
• Delivered the HMRC module, which became a core revenue driver.
• Mentored junior developers in SOLID and Clean Code practices.

PHP Developer – Twisted Ideas Ltd (UK)

Mar 2021 – Dec 2021

Contributed to diverse projects, delivering backend PHP solutions in an agile environment.

Full Stack Engineer – AmigoAPP

Jul 2020 – Feb 2021

Worked on frontend and backend development, contributing to app scalability and performance.

Full Stack Engineer – Fusion S/A

Mar 2020 – Jul 2020

Developed features for DMS, a logistics SaaS platform, focusing on automation and efficiency in routing and deliveries.

PHP Developer – Safari Studio

Sep 2018 – Mar 2020

Delivered web and mobile projects in a creative agency environment, serving major brands and government clients.

Web Developer – MGR Tech

Aug 2014 – Sep 2018

Developed corporate social network features for Cahier, focusing on user collaboration and interface improvements.

Teacher – Job Media

Mar 2014 – Jan 2016

Taught basic and intermediate PHP to aspiring developers.

Systems Analyst – Bisaweb

Aug 2012 – Aug 2014

Contributed to national-scale systems in a leading Brazilian software company with 260+ clients.

Systems Analyst – Mobic Agência Digital

Sep 2010 – Aug 2012

Developed custom solutions focused on marketing and performance for small and medium businesses.

Web Developer – Educandus

Sep 2009 – Aug 2010

Developed academic web applications using PHPOO and MVC architecture.

Web Developer – Agitz Web

Aug 2008 – Sep 2009

Developed and maintained PHP-based websites and applications.

Web Developer – Prática Design

Jun 2007 – Aug 2008

Worked with classic ASP technologies on client-focused digital solutions.

Web Developer – Futureweb

Sep 2004 – Jun 2007

Built and maintained classic ASP web applications for various local businesses.