Resume

My professional experience

Professional Summary

Platform Engineer with expertise in cloud infrastructure, automation, and Big Data platforms. Currently managing Azure environments with Infrastructure as Code at MC Digital (Sonae), one of Portugal's largest retail operations. Strong foundation in Linux systems administration, data engineering, and distributed systems. Experienced in building scalable solutions using Terraform, Ansible, Databricks, and Cloudera. Passionate about automation, reliability, and creating infrastructure that enables teams to deliver value efficiently.

Experience

  1. Platform Engineer

    MC Digital (Sonae)

    September 2024 - Present

    Managing cloud infrastructure and Big Data platforms for one of Portugal's largest retail operations through the Programa Contacto initiative.

    • Designing and implementing Infrastructure as Code using Terraform for Azure environments
    • Managing Linux systems and automating repetitive tasks with Ansible and Bash scripting
    • Configuring Big Data platforms including Hadoop, Databricks, and Cloudera
    • Providing technical support and solving complex infrastructure challenges
    • Ensuring security and compliance across all platform deployments

  2. Internship

    Mozaboot

    February 2024 - March 2024

    Explored PHC ERP system architecture and researched AI module applications for business automation.

    • Analyzed ERP system architecture to identify integration opportunities
    • Researched AI module applications for business process automation
    • Collaborated with technical team to identify value propositions for enterprise clients

  3. Research Grant

    ISISE, University of Minho

    February 2022 - June 2023

    Built and managed a Hadoop cluster for the REV@CONSTRUCTION project, processing sensor data from road pavements.

    • Built and managed a Hadoop cluster for processing large-scale sensor data
    • Developed Python scripts for data ingestion and processing pipelines
    • Implemented Delta Lake architecture for reliable data storage
    • Automated file transfers between Windows and Linux systems

Education

  1. Integrated Master\'s Degree

    University of Minho

    September 2016 - June 2023

    Engineering and Management of Information Systems. Focused on distributed systems, data engineering, and software development. Developed strong foundations in both technical and management aspects of IT.

  2. High School

    Portuguese School of Mozambique

    September 2013 - July 2016

    Science and Technology track in Maputo, Mozambique. First exposure to programming and computer science, which sparked my passion for technology and problem-solving.