cv

Welcome to my CV page, a comprehensive showcase of my journey.

Personal Information

Name Joel José Ginga
Label Software Engineer
Email jjginga@gmail.com
Website https://jjginga.com
linkedin https://www.linkedin.com/in/jjginga
Location Lisbon, PT
Summary Resilient software engineer passionate about solving challenges and delivering innovative solutions. I combine persistence, strategic thinking, and long-term focus, much like running a marathon, to exceed expectations in fast-paced environments. Committed to continuous learning, adaptable to new technologies, and open to relocation, I bring versatility and value to any team.

Professional Experience

  • 2024 - Present
    IT Specialist
    The Navigator Company
    • Lead project development from conception to implementation to meet business needs.
    • Analyze requirements and translate stakeholder expectations into technical solutions.
    • Model processes, create functional documentation, and mediate between business and technical teams.
    • Optimize processes through automation while providing system maintenance and support.
    • Manage functional testing to ensure quality and develop user training materials.
    • Oversee multiple projects, adjusting timelines and priorities to deliver impactful results.
    • Technologies/Skills
      • Distributed Systems | Informix 4GL | SQL | GitLab | Jira | Linux | Data Modeling | Requirements Gathering | Functional Analysis
  • 2021 - 2024
    Software Developer & Configuration Manager
    BNP Paribas Security Services
    • Developed and enhanced a high-volume data processing application using Java, OOP principles, and SQL.
    • Managed the full configuration lifecycle, implementing Git strategies and deploying software packages using GitLab and Jenkins.
    • Led cross-functional collaboration between development, operations, and quality teams in a 20-person Agile environment.
    • Drove continuous improvement by optimizing database performance, ensuring system stability, and automating configuration management.
    • Technologies/Skills
      • Java | t-sql | sql | linux | Shell Script
      • Agile/Scrum | Jira | Confluence
      • Jenkins | GitLab | Maven | Tomcat
      • git | GitLab | Jenkins | Linux | Agile | Repository Management
  • 2020 - 2021
    Junior Java Developer
    CTT - Portuguese Post Office
    • Developed and maintained software solutions as part of a 10‑member development team following a waterfall methodology.
    • Applied OOP principles to enhance code modularity and maintainability.
    • Integrated SQL databases and implemented secure data handling techniques.
    • Technologies/Skills
      • Java | SQL | Spring Framework | JBoss | Tomcat | JUnit | Apache Struts
      • Web Development | HTML | JavaScript
      • git | JMesa | XML.
  • 2009 - 2019
    Chemical Engineer
    Euro-Yser - Chemical Products
    • Progressed through various roles, contributing to process engineering, quality assurance, and production team leadership.
    • Production Team Lead - 2018 - Led team to exceed production targets through strategic planning and resource allocation, fostering an environment where all members excel and thrive.
    • Quality Assurance Manager - 2013 - Elevated quality standards, leading initiatives that fostered a deep sense of pride and ownership among team members. Developed and enforced rigorous quality protocols that consistently exceeded company expectations.Elevated quality standards, fostering pride and ownership among team members. Developed and enforced rigorous quality protocols that exceeded company expectations.
    • Process Engineer - 2010 - Mastered operational control, significantly enhancing process efficiency and reliability. Implemented innovative solutions to streamline workflows and minimize waste.Mastered operational control, enhancing efficiency and reliability. Implemented innovative solutions to streamline workflows.
    • Trainee - 2009

Education

  • 2021 - 2024
    Informatics Engineering
    Universidade Aberta
    • ects - 180
    • final classification - 17 (Portuguese System), equivalent to ECTS grade A
  • 1999 - 2007
    Chemical Engineering
    Universidade de Aveiro
    • ects - 300
    • final classification - 14 (Portuguese System)

Professional Tools and Technologies

  • Java | SQL | Shell Script
  • git | STRUTS | Linux | Agile | JIRA | Confluence

Academic Tools and Technologies

  • C/C++ | rust | Go | Python | Javascript | OCaml | Prolog
  • Spring | Docker

Languages

Portuguese Native speaker
English Fluent
Spanish Advanced
German Beginner

Personal Interests

  • Running, Reading, Politics, Equality, Society, Poetry, History