Jose Furtado
Rotterdam
Summary
I build high-performance, user-centric web applications with a relentless focus on scalability and conversion. With over 5 years of experience across the digital ecosystem, I specialize in architecting modern front-end solutions that bridge the gap between complex business logic and intuitive UI design.
I believe in using the right tool for the specific challenge rather than being tied to a single library. My expertise spans a big part of modern JavaScript ecosystem, from React, Next Js, Vue, Nuxt Js to Vite/React (SPA), allowing me to architect systems that are fast, maintainable, and designed to grow, regardless of the specific tech stack.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Certificate
Work History
Frontend Engineer
Mirzacles
02.2023 - Current
- System Implementation: Successfully translated the high-level technical vision from the CTO into a fully functional, production-ready ecosystem using Next.js (App Router) and Turborepo.
- Modernization & Migration: Spearheaded the transition from legacy styling (Sass + Bootstrap) to a utility-first Tailwind CSS architecture, resulting in cleaner code maintainability and significantly smaller CSS bundles.
- Greenfield Architecture: Engineered the end-to-end frontend foundation from scratch, implementing a modular Monorepo setup to share logic and components across multiple product verticals efficiently.
- Design System & UI Library: Architected a comprehensive, proprietary Design System and documented it via Storybook, establishing a single source of truth for the company's UI/UX standards.
Frontend Engineer
Copernica Marketing Software
02.2022 - 02.2023
- Feature Engineering: Spearheaded the development of core product features and UI enhancements, significantly improving application stability and end-user retention. Legacy System Management.
- Maintained and modernized legacy codebases (jQuery), implementing performance improvements and ensuring cross-browser compatibility across diverse projects.
- Efficiency Improvements: Reduced technical debt by identifying and resolving critical bugs, resulting in a more resilient and scalable application architecture.
Front End Developer | Web Designer (Freelance)
Freelance
12.2019 - 02.2022
- Website Design & Development: My main responsibilities in this role included end-to-end website design and development. I focused on bridging the gap between creative concepts and technical implementation.
- Tech Stack & Tooling: I worked extensively with HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and React to build high-quality web interfaces, while leveraging Adobe XD and Photoshop to create and prototype intuitive UI/UX designs.
- Collaboration & Delivery: I utilized my background in both design and engineering to ensure that every project was not only visually appealing but also technically optimized and scalable.
Digital Marketing | Front-end Developer
CareAlgo
05.2020 - 02.2021
- Design & Development: My main responsibilities in this role included end-to-end website design and development. I focused on bridging the gap between creative concepts, technical implementation, and digital marketing goals.
- Tech Stack & Tooling: I worked extensively with HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and React to build high-quality web interfaces, while leveraging Adobe XD and Photoshop to create and prototype intuitive UI/UX designs.
- Digital Marketing & Growth: I integrated my marketing background into the development process, focusing on SEO optimization, conversion rate optimization (CRO), and analytics tracking. This ensured that every site I built was not only fast but also optimized for user acquisition and business growth.
- Synergy & Delivery: I utilized my diverse background in marketing, design, and engineering to ensure that every project was visually engaging, technically optimized, and aligned with the brand's digital strategy.
Co-Founder & Digital Marketing Executive
Hostel Casa Branca
03.2017 - 12.2019
- Entrepreneurial Leadership: As a Co-founder of a hostel and tourism venture in Cape Verde, I managed end-to-end business operations and spearheaded the company’s global digital presence.
- Strategic Marketing: I directly applied my Marketing Management studies (ISCEE) to build the brand from the ground up. I was responsible for the full digital strategy, including social media, booking platform optimization, and customer acquisition.
- Global Communication: Operating in a major tourism hub sharpened my ability to communicate and negotiate with people from diverse cultural and professional backgrounds, ensuring high-quality service delivery.
- Management & Responsibility: This role developed my administrative expertise and a "founder’s mindset." I learned to take full ownership of complex projects, a trait that drives me to go the extra mile in my technical work today.
Business Development & Prospecting Marketer
Deco Design
09.2015 - 04.2017
- Strategic Prospecting: I was responsible for identifying and prospecting new clients, analyzing their unique business needs to present the most effective company solutions.
- Solution Proposal & Conversion: I specialized in presenting the company portfolio and proposing tailored technical and marketing solutions, successfully converting qualified leads into active partnerships.
- Project Coordination: I took charge of coordinating client projects, acting as the primary point of contact to ensure the project vision was clearly communicated and executed.
- Relationship Management: I managed the full client lifecycle, from the initial "follow-up" to long-term account management, ensuring consistent satisfaction and project success.
Photovoltaic System Specialist
GPS Energy
10.2009 - 11.2014
- Large-Scale Infrastructure Execution: Contributed to the deployment of utility-scale photovoltaic solar parks across Europe and international territories. Assisted in the construction of massive energy projects, ensuring technical precision in high-stakes environments.
- International Project Logistics: Successfully managed frequent international deployments, working across Portugal, France, and various French territories in Africa and Central America. Adapted quickly to diverse local regulations, climates, and logistical challenges.
- Operational Resilience & Teamwork: Collaborated within multidisciplinary teams to meet strict project deadlines in demanding conditions. This role sharpened my ability to solve problems on the fly and maintain high performance during complex, cross-border operations.
Precision Manufacturing Technician
Delphi Automotive
01.2008 - 01.2009
- High-End Systems Assembly: Executed the precision assembly of complex wiring harnesses and electronic distribution systems for premium automotive brands, including Porsche.
- Quality-Critical Manufacturing: Operated within a rigorous production pipeline where 100% accuracy was mandatory. This role required strict adherence to technical blueprints and international quality standards to ensure the safety and reliability of high-performance vehicles.
- Workflow Optimization: Contributed to a highly synchronized assembly environment, maintaining consistent output velocity while identifying minor process improvements to reduce errors and improve team efficiency.
- Technical Discipline: Developed a meticulous "zero-defect" mindset. This foundational experience in physical systems engineering now drives my disciplined approach to software architecture and code quality.
Direct Sales & Communications Consultant
PT Contact
01.2006 - 01.2007
- Consultative Customer Acquisition: Managed high-volume sales of telecommunications packages (TV, Voice, and Internet), focusing on identifying household needs and proposing the right digital connectivity solutions.
- Performance-Driven Results: Consistently met and exceeded performance KPIs in a competitive, fast-paced urban market (Lisbon), developing high levels of persistence, resilience, and objection-handling skills.
- Technical Translation: Specialized in translating complex technical features (broadband speeds, digital packages) into clear, value-driven benefits for a non-technical audience.
- Foundational Communication: This early role established the core negotiation and interpersonal skills that allow me to lead high-stakes technical discussions and align stakeholders on complex projects today.
Education
Licentiate degree - Marketing/Marketing Management, General
Superior Institute of Economy And Business
Cape Verde01.2019
Skills
- Proficient in JavaScript
- Proficient in TypeScript
- Proficient in Nodejs
- Proficient in React
- Proficient in Next Js
- Proficient in Vue
- Proficient in Nuxt Js
- Continuous deployment
- RESTful APIs
- Web design
- Integration and Unit testing
- Version control
Certification
- JavaScript Complete Course
- Node js, Express, MongoDB, and Mongoose complete Bootcamp.
- Modern React and Redux course
Languages
English (Full Professional)
Spanish (Limited Working)
Portuguese (Native or Bilingual)
Timeline
Frontend Engineer
Mirzacles
02.2023 - Current
Frontend Engineer
Copernica Marketing Software
02.2022 - 02.2023
Digital Marketing | Front-end Developer
CareAlgo
05.2020 - 02.2021
Front End Developer | Web Designer (Freelance)
Freelance
12.2019 - 02.2022
Co-Founder & Digital Marketing Executive
Hostel Casa Branca
03.2017 - 12.2019
Business Development & Prospecting Marketer
Deco Design
09.2015 - 04.2017
Photovoltaic System Specialist
GPS Energy
10.2009 - 11.2014
Precision Manufacturing Technician
Delphi Automotive
01.2008 - 01.2009
Direct Sales & Communications Consultant
PT Contact
01.2006 - 01.2007
Licentiate degree - Marketing/Marketing Management, General
Superior Institute of Economy And Business