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I'm Michael Savio Alvares, a Senior Software Developer Team Lead based in Castelo Branco, Portugal. I thrive on building high-performing engineering teams and delivering secure, high-quality web and mobile applications. I enjoy partnering with product and business stakeholders to clarify priorities, remove blockers, and enable predictable, iterative delivery with a sustainable pace and strong team engagement. I mentor engineers and promote a culture of accountability, quality, and continuous improvement.…I'm Michael Savio Alvares, a Senior Software Developer Team Lead based in Castelo Branco, Portugal. I thrive on building high-performing engineering teams and delivering secure, high-quality web and mobile applications. I enjoy partnering with product and business stakeholders to clarify priorities, remove blockers, and enable predictable, iterative delivery with a sustainable pace and strong team engagement. I mentor engineers and promote a culture of accountability, quality, and continuous improvement.

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I'm Michael Savio Alvares, a Senior Software Developer Team Lead based in Castelo Branco, Portugal. I thrive on building high-performing engineering teams and delivering secure, high-quality web and mobile applications. I enjoy partnering with product and business stakeholders to clarify priorities, remove blockers, and enable predictable, iterative delivery with a sustainable pace and strong team engagement. I mentor engineers and promote a culture of accountability, quality, and continuous improvement.…I'm Michael Savio Alvares, a Senior Software Developer Team Lead based in Castelo Branco, Portugal. I thrive on building high-performing engineering teams and delivering secure, high-quality web and mobile applications. I enjoy partnering with product and business stakeholders to clarify priorities, remove blockers, and enable predictable, iterative delivery with a sustainable pace and strong team engagement. I mentor engineers and promote a culture of accountability, quality, and continuous improvement.

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I’m Michael Savio Alvares, a Senior Software Developer Team Lead based in Castelo Branco, Portugal. I thrive on building high-performing engineering teams and delivering secure, high-quality web and mobile applications.

I enjoy partnering with product and business stakeholders to clarify priorities, remove blockers, and enable predictable, iterative delivery with a sustainable pace and strong team engagement. I mentor engineers and promote a culture of accountability, quality, and continuous improvement.

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English

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Work Experience

Senior Software Developer Team Lead at Finance Incorporated Limited

January 1, 2024 - Present

Led a cross-functional team of software developers and QA engineers, fostering a high-trust, collaborative environment that enabled the consistent delivery of high-quality web and mobile applications. Facilitated Agile ceremonies, ensured clear ownership and sustainable workloads, and aligned with Agile principles. Mentored 8 engineers, supported performance development, and contributed to hiring and team scaling. Acted as a liaison between engineering and business stakeholders to clarify priorities and proactively remove blockers.

Software Developer Team Lead at Finance Incorporated Limited

October 1, 2022 - January 1, 2024

Led a distributed team of 6 software developers across backend and frontend disciplines, facilitated sprint planning and delivery activities, mentored developers, and promoted engineering best practices. Collaborated with product and business stakeholders to clarify requirements and remove delivery blockers.

Software Developer at Finance Incorporated Limited

January 1, 2021 - October 1, 2022

Developed and maintained core features of a cross-platform mobile banking application using React Native. Designed and delivered a React-based web application to streamline onboarding. Contributed to high code quality through code reviews and adherence to engineering best practices.

Ui/UX Developer at Finance Incorporated Limited

September 1, 2017 - January 1, 2021

Designed and developed responsive websites using WordPress, customized themes and plugins to match branding and functionality needs. Created visual assets including logos, banners, social media graphics, and UI components using Adobe Photoshop and Illustrator. Performed usability testing and implemented user feedback to enhance navigation and overall design effectiveness.

Software developer at Netsparx IT Solutions

January 1, 2013 - January 1, 2016

Maintain existing websites and develop new sites. Configure and set up eCommerce websites using Zen Cart. Create custom WordPress plugins. Fix bugs/issues with existing Zen Cart plugins.