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Engineer with an MBA. Builder of systems that pay for themselves.

I've been writing code professionally since 2009. I've worked with startups that had nothing but an idea and a deadline, and with unicorns managing millions of transactions. These days, I help founders and CTOs ship software they can trust — and measure the ROI.

I've built production systems for

From Series-A startups to enterprise fintech — 250+ projects shipped since 2009.

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Tinkerlist / Cuez logo
GigEasy logo
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GoTherapy logo
Manejebem logo
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Tinkerlist / Cuez logo
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Where 16 years of engineering shows up

From a 3-week MVP at a Barclays and Bain-backed startup to systems that handle millions of transactions at a $1B+ company.

Principal Engineer & Consultant

🌐Working Globally
Nov 2024 - Present

2–3 active clients at a time, by design. Serving the US, EU, and Latin America under standard B2B contracts. Currently have limited availability for one new engagement this quarter.

GigEasy

Senior Software Engineer

🇺🇸United States
Sep 2023 - Nov 2024

Online insurance sales platform

  • Created the entire technological base of the startup
  • In 3 weeks I delivered the first version of the MVP that is currently live

Imóveis SC

Chief Technology Officer

🇧🇷Brazil
Jan 2023 - May 2023

Led the technology organization at Imóveis SC, where I rebuilt the real estate portal as ImoHub — a modern, higher-performance version of the platform — focusing on cost reduction, scalability, and adopting new technologies to support growth after investment.

  • Rebuilt the portal as ImoHub, a modern successor to the original Imóveis SC platform
  • Structured the technology sector to meet scaling demands

Cuez by Tinkerlist

Senior Software Engineer

🇧🇪Belgium
Apr 2021 - Jul 2023

Software for managing television programs and live events

  • Made the Cuez product API 10x faster (from 3 seconds to 300ms on average)
  • API refactoring in Laravel to follow industry standards

Manejebem

Full Stack Engineer

🇧🇷Brazil
Oct 2020 - May 2021

End-to-end development across backend, frontend, and DevOps for an agritech platform.

  • Backend with NestJS and MySQL
  • Frontend with React and Redux

bolttech

Senior Software Engineer

🇵🇹Portugal
Jan 2020 - Apr 2021
Unicorn

Online insurance sales platform

  • Rewrote the company's two main microservices: sales price calculation and insurance policy update
  • Led the development of the Payment Service with 4 more developers

Appear Digital

Full Stack Engineer

🇧🇷Brazil
Jun 2016 - Jan 2020
Entrepreneur

Custom systems for SMEs in Brazil, including tailored integrations and data workflows.

  • Designed and implemented custom business systems
  • Optimized databases and reporting for operations

W2O web softwares

CTO

🇧🇷Brazil
Feb 2010 - Feb 2017

Custom software development

  • Led a team of 15 developers serving more than 30 customers
  • Completely developed an Enterprise Safety product for managing ISO standards, accident prevention, audits and action plans

Freelance

Full Stack Engineer

🇧🇷Brazil
Jan 2009 - Jun 2016

Websites and custom systems for local businesses, focusing on usability and reliability.

  • Delivered tailored solutions to small businesses
  • Established long-term client relationships

What It's Like Working With Me

A few things clients consistently mention after working with me.

I communicate in plain English

No jargon, no lengthy technical reports. You get clear updates, honest assessments, and straight answers. Even when the answer is 'that's going to cost more than you think.'

I own the work end-to-end

I don't hand off to a team of juniors. From the first line of code to the final deploy, it's me. That means accountability and a consistent quality bar throughout.

I flag problems before they become incidents

16 years teaches you to recognize early warning signs. I proactively surface risks, performance issues, and potential blockers before they hit production.

I leave the codebase better than I found it

I don't leave a mess behind. Every feature I ship is clean, documented, and easy to maintain. Your next engineer will thank you.

Endorsed by Technical Peers

See what Engineering Managers and Senior Developers say about working with me.

Samantha Niessing
Samantha Niessing

Sr. Manager, Lifecycle Comms @ NRG

Adriano is a rare type of engineer who excels, not just in his technical domain, but as a solution-driven collaborative member of the team. I am continually impressed with his ability to create robust products in incredibly short time frames AND to provide smart solutions that improved both our internal efficiency and user experience.
Gabriel Edlin
Gabriel Edlin

Ops/Strategy - Ex Lyft

I had the pleasure of working with Adriano at GigEasy, and I can confidently say that he brings the experience of a seasoned developer who has successfully built systems at scale and learned to avoid common pitfalls. His deep understanding of the complexities that come with scaling technology is evident in the thoughtful, strategic decisions he makes throughout every phase of development. Not only can Adriano build quickly, but he also builds efficiently. He effectively manages a variety of projects each sprint while remaining accessible for ad-hoc requests that assist the business. Beyond technical skill, Adriano brings an ever positive attitude to the team, making him a pleasure to work with. If you're looking for a developer who not only has the expertise to build at scale but also the wisdom to do it right, I highly recommend Adriano. He would be a great asset to your organization!
Gregori Maus
Gregori Maus

Senior Backend Developer | PHP (Laravel) | REST APIs, AWS, PostgreSQL | DevOps, TDD, Event Sourcing

I strongly recommend Adriano as a highly competent and qualified back-end developer. I had the pleasure of working with him in the same company and it was always a great experience. He is an experienced professional, always open to new ideas and innovations, and careful with the code, ensuring the quality and efficiency of teamwork. In addition, Adriano has a very positive and collaborative attitude, and it has always been a pleasure to work with him. Undoubtedly, he is a great addition to any development team.
Jhonatan Amorim
Jhonatan Amorim

Engineering Manager | Driving Innovation at bolttech

Adriano is an extremely qualified and results-oriented professional, as a developer he is in search of constant learning and values the software quality and design patterns. As a person he is a simple and humble guy who is always willing to help and contribute in any situation. It was a pleasure working with him and I hope we can work together again.
Phellipe Perin
Phellipe Perin

Senior Frontend Engineer at Capgemini

Adriano is an amazing professional that I had the pleasure to work with. Incredibly competent and can definitely get things done and done well. A very knowledgeable developer who gladly helped me and the team several times. I highly recommend him !!
Rafael Camillo
Rafael Camillo

Senior Software Engineer | React | Node.js | AWS | Vue | Angular | Frontend Expert | Fullstack Developer | Tech Lead | Scalable, High-Performance Web Applications

Adriano is a great software engineer. Always with many ideas do add and open to discuss the best approach to create the most scalable software as possible. Adriano is an extremely easy person to work with and very dedicated to their job. It was a huge pleasure to work with him.
Pedro Luís
Pedro Luís

Senior Software Engineer @ Qwist

Adriano is a very dedicated worker, always looking forward to seek the best fitting solutions to every challenged presented to him. He brings joy to every team with his good mood and easy laugh. His experience is evident and can bring any company to the next level.
Petrus Cyrino
Petrus Cyrino

Software Engineer at Grover

Always keen to deliver fast and resilient solutions, Adriano has been a reference in many aspects of our development environment. A trustworthy professional that's very skilled and able to find and solve most problems we faced. A true team player and an easy-going type of guy.

Academic Foundation

From an MBA in Economics to Google's Data Analytics certificate — each credential maps to real work.

MBA - Economics and International Financial Markets

Advanced strategic training in economic analysis. I apply this financial acumen to build software that maximizes ROI.

Centro Universitário Internacional UNINTER

Oct 2022 - Oct 2023

Google Data Analytics Certificate

Certification in data-driven decision making. I use these skills to architect systems that turn data into insights.

Coursera

Oct 2022 - Apr 2023

Bachelor of Information Systems

Comprehensive academic foundation in systems architecture. The bedrock for building stable, enterprise-grade apps.

Uniasselvi

2011-2015

Programming and systems development

Rigorous technical training in core development. This focus on fundamentals ensures I build efficient, bug-free code.

SENAI

2009-2010

Mechatronics, Robotics and Control and Automation Engineering

Engineering discipline combining logic and automation. Enables me to build complex, self-regulating digital systems.

SESI

2007-2008

Published Writing

Sharing insights on engineering, remote work, and career growth.

Building a Complete Infrastructure in Days: How Pulumi and Strategic Design Powered GigEasy's Launch

Technical article detailing how infrastructure-as-code with Pulumi enabled rapid deployment and scaling for a startup MVP.

Read publication

Building a High-Performance, Cost-Effective Real Estate Portal: Lessons from the Imohub Project

Case study on building scalable real estate platforms with optimized performance and cost-effective infrastructure solutions.

Read publication

Enterprise-Grade Tech Stack

Battle-tested technologies chosen for stability, security, and long-term maintainability.

Languages

Foundational languages for robust, scalable software.

  • PHP
  • JavaScript
  • TypeScript
  • Node.js

Frameworks

Modern frameworks for fast, reactive, and SEO-friendly apps.

  • React
  • Vue.js
  • Next.js
  • Laravel
  • NestJS

Databases

Secure, scalable storage solutions for any data structure.

  • MySQL
  • PostgreSQL
  • MongoDB
  • Redis

DevOps

Cloud infrastructure and automation for reliable deployment.

  • AWS
  • Docker
  • Kubernetes

Artificial Intelligence

Cutting-edge AI integration for smart, automated features.

  • OpenAI
  • Claude AI

Development Tools

Essential tools for efficient workflow and collaboration.

  • Jira
  • GitHub
  • Bitbucket
  • GitLab
  • Linear

Further Reading

How to Hire a Senior Software Engineer: Complete Decision Framework

A decision framework for hiring senior engineers — when to hire, what to look for, and how to evaluate candidates.

How to Hire a Senior Software Engineer: Complete Decision Framework

Laravel Development Services: When to Choose Laravel for Your Business

When Laravel is the right choice and when it's not — a practical guide for business owners and CTOs.

Laravel Development Services: When to Choose Laravel for Your Business

Custom Web App Development: Process, Cost & What to Expect (2026)

A founder's guide to custom web applications — from defining scope to understanding what drives costs.

Custom Web App Development: Process, Cost & What to Expect (2026)
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