Hi, I’m Joana Aires, a versatile electrical and computer engineer with hands-on experience in firmware, embedded systems, and software development for mobility and hardware projects. I enjoy turning ideas into reliable, scalable solutions and collaborating with cross-functional teams to ship value. I learn quickly, communicate clearly, and thrive in dynamic environments where hardware and software intersect. I love film, 3D animation, gaming, podcasts, music, cooking, sports, and gardening. I’m curious about new languages and cultures and I enjoy volunteering with animals and contributing to community projects. I speak Portuguese, English and French, and I’m always ready to tackle new challenges with a friendly, team-oriented mindset.…

Joana Aires

Hi, I’m Joana Aires, a versatile electrical and computer engineer with hands-on experience in firmware, embedded systems, and software development for mobility and hardware projects. I enjoy turning ideas into reliable, scalable solutions and collaborating with cross-functional teams to ship value. I learn quickly, communicate clearly, and thrive in dynamic environments where hardware and software intersect. I love film, 3D animation, gaming, podcasts, music, cooking, sports, and gardening. I’m curious about new languages and cultures and I enjoy volunteering with animals and contributing to community projects. I speak Portuguese, English and French, and I’m always ready to tackle new challenges with a friendly, team-oriented mindset.…

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Hi, I’m Joana Aires, a versatile electrical and computer engineer with hands-on experience in firmware, embedded systems, and software development for mobility and hardware projects. I enjoy turning ideas into reliable, scalable solutions and collaborating with cross-functional teams to ship value. I learn quickly, communicate clearly, and thrive in dynamic environments where hardware and software intersect.

I love film, 3D animation, gaming, podcasts, music, cooking, sports, and gardening. I’m curious about new languages and cultures and I enjoy volunteering with animals and contributing to community projects. I speak Portuguese, English and French, and I’m always ready to tackle new challenges with a friendly, team-oriented mindset.

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Skills

Experience Level

Python
Expert
SQL
Expert
C++
Expert
Flutter
Expert
FlutterFlow
Expert
PostgreSQL
Expert
JavaScript
Expert
Web Design
Expert
CSS
Expert
Data Visualization
Expert
MySQL
Expert
GitHub
Intermediate
SQLite
Intermediate
React Native
Intermediate
Node.js
Intermediate
MongoDB
Intermediate
3D Animation
Intermediate
Django
Intermediate
Data Science
Intermediate
C
Intermediate
Blender
Intermediate
3D Model
Intermediate
3D Design
Intermediate
GitHub Copilot
Intermediate
Docker
Intermediate
Kubernetes
Intermediate
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Language

Portuguese
Fluent
English
Advanced
French
Intermediate

Work Experience

Waitress at Ar de Mar
May 1, 2019 - September 22, 2025
Table service, customer service and cash closing.
Catering Assistant at Gemini Catering
November 1, 2020 - September 22, 2025
Duties included preparing meals, catering and organizing events.
Customer Service Assistant at FNAC Gaia Shopping
November 1, 2020 - September 22, 2025
Customer service during payment, cash register closing, restocking items and some sales responsibilities.
Customer Service Assistant at FNAC Gaia Shopping
November 1, 2021 - September 22, 2025
Customer service tasks with store assistance and cash handling.
Volunteer at VO.U For the Animals
February 28, 2023 - September 22, 2025
My responsibilities were to ensure the animals were cleaned, fed and walked.
Frontend Engineer at Open Cosmos (Connected)
March 1, 2025 - Present
Developed a firmware updater tool for embedded devices using Python. Currently responsible for building the company’s mobile application in FlutterFlow, including messaging system, tracking functionality, user account management, subscription services, and SOS/emergency assistance features.
Development Engineer at CaetanoBus
July 31, 2023 - September 22, 2025
Development of the electrical system for the chassis of urban and airport buses, including electric and hydrogen variants.
Waiter/Restaurant Staff at Ar de Mar
July 31, 2022 - September 22, 2025
Main functions were table service, customer service and cash closing.
Customer Service Assistant at Fnac Gaia Shopping
November 30, 2020 - September 22, 2025
Customer service during payment, closing cash register, replacing items and responsible for some sales.
Catering Assistant at Gêmeos Catering
November 30, 2020 - September 22, 2025
Duties included preparing meals, catering and organizing events; restocking and ensuring smooth service.
Volunteer at VO.U For the Animals
February 28, 2023 - September 22, 2025
Responsible for ensuring animals were cleaned, fed and walked; supported volunteers and contributed to animal care.

Education

High School Diploma at Dr Joaquim Gomes Ferreira Alves Secondary School
September 1, 2016 - July 1, 2019
Licenciatura em Engenharia Eletrónica e de Computadores at Instituto Superior de Engenharia do Porto
September 1, 2019 - July 1, 2022
High School Diploma (Science and Technology) at Dr Joaquim Gomes Ferreira Alves Secondary School
September 1, 2016 - July 31, 2019
Bachelor's degree in Electrical and Computer Engineering at Instituto Superior de Engenharia do Porto
September 1, 2019 - July 31, 2022

Qualifications

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Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Software & Internet, Transportation & Logistics, Education

Skills

Experience Level

Python
Expert
SQL
Expert
C++
Expert
Flutter
Expert
FlutterFlow
Expert
PostgreSQL
Expert
JavaScript
Expert
Web Design
Expert
CSS
Expert
Data Visualization
Expert
MySQL
Expert
GitHub
Intermediate
SQLite
Intermediate
React Native
Intermediate
Node.js
Intermediate
MongoDB
Intermediate
3D Animation
Intermediate
Django
Intermediate
Data Science
Intermediate
C
Intermediate
Blender
Intermediate
3D Model
Intermediate
3D Design
Intermediate
GitHub Copilot
Intermediate
Docker
Intermediate
Kubernetes
Intermediate
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