Claudio Shigueo Watanabe

Santo André, Brazil

Summary

Python Developer that loves to build well structured applications that drive efficiency and results. 9 years of experience as a Full-Stack developer focused on the backend in addition to experience developing and managing databases.

Languages:

English, Portuguese

Favorite Python Packages:

Flask, SQLAlchemy, Django

Experience

I am proud of doing this GitHub repository where I am building a Python Clean Architecture example with a related series of LinkedIn articles.

TECHNICAL SCREENER Aug 2022 – Current

Andela (US - Remote - Contract - Part-time)

• Do technical interviews to evaluate the level of candidates that are interested in joining Andela’s talent network, considering the programming level, knowledge of data structures, APIs, coding principles, databases and communication. 
• Interview for Python, PHP, Data Engineering, Data Analysis and  Cyber Security.

PYTHON DEVELOPER     Mar 2023 – Current

BetterMatchJobs (Side Project)

• Defined the architecture (using Clean Architecture) and the best practices that will be followed in the project
• Developing Python API using Terraform, AWS Lambda, API Gateway and PostgreSQL

FULLSTACK DEVELOPER     Jan 2016 – Feb 2023

Watanabe Auto Peças (automotive parts retail)

• Restructure the stack from PHP, jQuery, and JavaScript to Django Rest, React.js, JavaScript and Docker to maximize readability and reduce code conflicts.
• Developed a Django Python application to import updated pricing from suppliers and collect data from multiple databases, giving buyers a wider range of information to purchase better products at a lower cost, and reduce the physical inventory.
• Built a PHP application to manage product delivery. It allowed for bundled deliveries and real-time tracking, which increased efficiency and customer satisfaction while reducing costs.
• Developed a PHP sales application to integrate key information from multiple sources and added new features, which improved efficiency by 20% and boosted customer retention by 10%.
• Installed and managed Linux server.
• Mentored a Jr. developer over the course of one year with a focus on systems thinking, so that he could learn quickly and develop strong problem-solving skills.

SOFTWARE ENGINEER Jul 2013 – Dec 2015

ZumitApp (Personal Project)

• Developed a PHP web application to facilitate personal development (both back and frontend). Users could choose among a wide range of personal and professional goals and get daily tasks, reminders, track progress, etc.

BUGS TEAM LEAD Aug 2011 – Jun 2013

Luz Soluções Financeiras (Fintech with 100+ employees)

• Led a small team to correct software defects, reducing the number of bugs from 120+ to almost zero.
• Negotiated priorities with multiple stakeholders both internally and externally, set clear deadlines, and acted as Scrum Master.
• Implemented a filter to differentiate bugs from non-bugs, which improved efficiency by reducing the time to clean the backlog.
• Engineered data flows using Oracle SQL and PL/SQL.

DATABASE DEVELOPER Jul 2010 – Jul 2011

Luz Soluções Financeiras (Fintech with 100+ employees)

• Developed SQL and PL/SQL for Oracle database using Scrum methodology. 
• Improved the database version control system, making it easier to access, edit, and restore code, reducing user complaints and improving customer retention.

DATABASE DEVELOPMENT MANAGER May 2008 – Jun 2010

Luz Soluções Financeiras (Fintech with 100+ employees)

• Led a team of up to 5 developers and QA testers to build and improve financial services software using Scrum methodology.
• Gathered business requirements regarding financial modeling and translated them into technical, database design terms for developers, bridging the communication gap that led to inefficiency in the past.
• Collaborated across functions to improve and automate databases used by both internal and external users, reducing bugs and enhancing the users’ experience.
• Hired, provided feedback and coaching, motivated, and evaluated the performance of team members, receiving outstanding feedback from them on the organizational climate survey.

Skills

Amazon Web Services (AWS), Backend Development, Django, Django REST Framework, Flask, Fullstack Development, MySQL, PostgreSQL, ReactJS, SQL, SQLAlchemy, Terraform