Hello! I’m Fernando Soma, a versatile Java-focused full-stack developer with extensive experience delivering robust backend services, cloud and DevOps automation, and modern front-end interfaces. I thrive in collaborative environments, solving complex problems with pragmatic architecture and clean code. I enjoy turning tricky requirements into reliable, maintainable software that users love to work with. Over the years I’ve shipped multi-tier applications for financial services, telecoms, and tech providers, leveraging Java, Spring, React/Angular, and containerized deployments. I’m always eager to learn new tools and contribute to a positive, productive team culture.

Fernando Soma

Hello! I’m Fernando Soma, a versatile Java-focused full-stack developer with extensive experience delivering robust backend services, cloud and DevOps automation, and modern front-end interfaces. I thrive in collaborative environments, solving complex problems with pragmatic architecture and clean code. I enjoy turning tricky requirements into reliable, maintainable software that users love to work with. Over the years I’ve shipped multi-tier applications for financial services, telecoms, and tech providers, leveraging Java, Spring, React/Angular, and containerized deployments. I’m always eager to learn new tools and contribute to a positive, productive team culture.

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Hello! I’m Fernando Soma, a versatile Java-focused full-stack developer with extensive experience delivering robust backend services, cloud and DevOps automation, and modern front-end interfaces. I thrive in collaborative environments, solving complex problems with pragmatic architecture and clean code. I enjoy turning tricky requirements into reliable, maintainable software that users love to work with.

Over the years I’ve shipped multi-tier applications for financial services, telecoms, and tech providers, leveraging Java, Spring, React/Angular, and containerized deployments. I’m always eager to learn new tools and contribute to a positive, productive team culture.

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Language

Dutch
Fluent
English
Advanced
French
Advanced
German
Advanced

Work Experience

Fullstack Java Developer / IBM MQ Admin at KBC
April 1, 2023 - December 31, 2024
Java back-end development with emphasis on server-side logic and IBM MQ administration; Linux-based environment; hands-on integration work and backend optimization.
Front-End Developer at Telia
September 1, 2021 - September 30, 2022
React/TypeScript front-end development; functional feature implementation and UI improvements across web applications.
Full Stack Java Developer / DevOps Engineer at Belfius: Teksystems
June 1, 2021 - December 31, 2021
Full-stack development with DevOps practices; Java backend, service integration, CI/CD pipelines and automation.
Full Stack Java Developer at Obasi
March 1, 2021 - May 31, 2021
Design and development of Rest-based services; Java/J2EE stack; collaboration with Oracle back office solutions.
Full Stack Developer / DevOps Engineer at Proximus
March 1, 2020 - December 31, 2020
Hybrid cloud project activities; vxRail/vmware, Morpheus CMP maturation, IaC with Ansible, Azure integration and automation.
Full Stack Developer at Amplifino
October 1, 2019 - February 29, 2020
Market research system, sales management system, and B2B tooling; Angular/JSF front-end and REST services; cloud deployment.
Full Stack Developer at BNP Alpha Credit
March 1, 2019 - October 31, 2019
Corrective changes, new development, and release management; Java/Spring-based solutions with CI/CD.
Full Stack Developer at Belfius: Teksystems
January 1, 2018 - February 28, 2019
Maintenance and migration support for legacy Java apps; Spring, JSP/JSF, MQ, and microservices; CI/CD tooling.
Java Developer at LCM: I4MATIC
July 1, 2017 - December 31, 2017
Java EE-based development, modernization efforts, and support; VAADIN UI and related tooling.
Java Developer at Volvo: I4MATIC
August 1, 2016 - June 30, 2017
Java development and application support across vehicle systems; team collaboration and code quality focus.
IT Consultant / Developer at ECONOCOM: BEECOM
October 1, 2015 - August 31, 2016
2e line IT support and migration-related tasks; WPF/C# tools, SAP-related migration support, and broader IT tooling.
Software Developer at Atos Worldline
November 1, 2014 - October 31, 2015
SIPS Payment Solution: library development, proof-of-concepts, documentation, and coaching; multi-language tech stack.
Software Developer / Support Agent at Various clients (Interim Projects: Dilaco, Stefanini, General Protection, Informatic Services, IMGRAM MICRO, UPS, PREMAMAN, DHL)
March 1, 2010 - November 1, 2014
Software development and user support across multiple client engagements; responsibilities included IT consulting, technical support, and migration assistance.

Education

Graduat Informatica IT at CVO
January 1, 2005 - December 31, 2009
Economy at Oranje Nassau College
January 1, 2000 - December 31, 2003

Qualifications

ISTQB: Certified Software Tester
January 1, 2017 - March 19, 2026
Java SE 8 Certified Associate
January 1, 2015 - March 19, 2026
Java SE 7 Certified Professional
January 1, 2013 - March 19, 2026
Java SE 7 Certified Associate
January 1, 2013 - March 19, 2026
INTEC Brussel: Smart Developer (Java EE & Android)
January 1, 2013 - March 19, 2026
INTEC Brussel: Java SE 7 Certified Associate
January 1, 2013 - March 19, 2026
ITILs: MCSA, MCTS, CCNA, CCNP
January 11, 2030 - March 19, 2026

Industry Experience

Software & Internet, Financial Services, Professional Services