I am Jonatas Souza, a Senior PHP Developer, Backend Architect and Business Manager with over 10 years of experience building and architecting web and mobile applications across diverse sectors. I specialize in PHP, Laravel, and CakePHP, with a proven ability to translate complex business requirements into high-performance, scalable software solutions. I hold an MBA in Business Management and have experience running my own software house, blending strong technical expertise with business acumen. I am seeking a challenging role to leverage my technical leadership and strategic vision.

Jonatas Souza

I am Jonatas Souza, a Senior PHP Developer, Backend Architect and Business Manager with over 10 years of experience building and architecting web and mobile applications across diverse sectors. I specialize in PHP, Laravel, and CakePHP, with a proven ability to translate complex business requirements into high-performance, scalable software solutions. I hold an MBA in Business Management and have experience running my own software house, blending strong technical expertise with business acumen. I am seeking a challenging role to leverage my technical leadership and strategic vision.

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I am Jonatas Souza, a Senior PHP Developer, Backend Architect and Business Manager with over 10 years of experience building and architecting web and mobile applications across diverse sectors. I specialize in PHP, Laravel, and CakePHP, with a proven ability to translate complex business requirements into high-performance, scalable software solutions.

I hold an MBA in Business Management and have experience running my own software house, blending strong technical expertise with business acumen. I am seeking a challenging role to leverage my technical leadership and strategic vision.

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Language

Portuguese
Fluent
English
Advanced

Work Experience

Senior PHP Developer at 2am Technologies
September 1, 2025 - September 1, 2025
Led the design and architecture of new software applications, focusing on scalability and high availability using PHP, Laravel, and Yii2. Responsible for full-cycle feature development, from requirement analysis to deployment, for the company’s core applications. Actively maintained and contributed to various internal and open-source projects, demonstrating commitment to code quality and best practices.
Developer (Business Owner) at Redesign Software House
August 1, 2024 - August 1, 2024
Founded and managed a software house, overseeing the entire project lifecycle (requirements, design, architecture, development, and deployment) for a diverse client portfolio. Successfully delivered high-quality software solutions under reasonable deadlines, primarily leveraging CakePHP and developing mobile applications using ReactJS and Expo. Enhanced management, negotiation, and client-facing skills, translating business needs into effective technical strategies.
PHP Developer at Amsted Maxion / Greenbrier Maxion
February 1, 2016 - February 1, 2016
Developed new features and maintained existing ones in the company’s critical web application, utilizing Zend PHP and Laravel. Implemented and maintained REST APIs for seamless integration between the web application and ERP systems. Developed routines in Java to synchronize processes with third-party BPM software, demonstrating cross-platform integration expertise.
PL/SQL Developer at Liax Tecnologia da Informação
October 1, 2016 - October 1, 2016
Wrote and updated packages with stored procedures in PL/SQL and T-SQL to scope client workflows on Oracle and SQL Server databases. Participated in supplementary projects involving Java and PHP, further diversifying the technical skill set.
Senior PHP Developer at Technologies
September 1, 2025 - September 1, 2025
Led the design and architecture of new software applications, focusing on scalability and high availability using PHP, Laravel, and Yii2. Responsible for full-cycle feature development, from requirements analysis to deployment, for the company’s core applications. Actively maintained and contributed to various internal and open-source projects, demonstrating commitment to code quality and best practices.

Education

MBA in Business Management at Fundação Getúlio Vargas - FGV
September 1, 2023 - June 1, 2025
Data Analysis and Big Data at Universidade de Taubaté
January 1, 2020 - January 1, 2022
College program in Analysis and Software Development at Faculdade Waldomiro May
January 1, 2013 - January 1, 2016
Lato Sensu Post-degree program, MBA in Business Management at Fundação Getúlio Vargas (FGV)
September 1, 2023 - June 1, 2025
Lato Sensu Post-degree program, Data Analysis and Big Data at Universidade de Taubaté (Taubaté University)
January 1, 2020 - January 1, 2022
College program, Analysis and Software Development at Faculdade Waldomiro May
January 1, 2013 - January 1, 2016

Qualifications

MBA in Business Management
September 1, 2023 - June 1, 2025
Data Analysis and Big Data
January 1, 2020 - January 1, 2022
Analysis and Software Development (College program)
January 1, 2013 - January 1, 2016

Industry Experience

Software & Internet, Professional Services, Manufacturing, Media & Entertainment

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