João Miguel Penetra
About João Miguel Penetra
João Miguel Penetra is a Senior Software Engineer with a strong educational background in Computer Science, holding both a BSc and MSc from the University of Coimbra. He has extensive professional experience, including roles at Feedzai, Truphone, and WIT Software.
Current Role at Feedzai
João Miguel Penetra serves as a Senior Software Engineer at Feedzai, a position he has held since 2022. He is based in Lisbon, Portugal. In this role, he contributes to the development of advanced software solutions that focus on fraud prevention and risk management in financial transactions.
Previous Experience at Truphone
Before joining Feedzai, João worked at Truphone as a Tech Lead from 2019 to 2022. His responsibilities included overseeing software development projects and leading a team of engineers in Lisbon, Portugal. This role allowed him to enhance his leadership skills and technical expertise in telecommunications.
Educational Background in Computer Science
João Miguel Penetra studied Computer Science at the University of Coimbra, where he completed both his Bachelor of Science (BSc) from 2008 to 2011 and his Master of Science (MSc) from 2011 to 2013. His education provided a strong foundation in software engineering principles and practices.
Internship Experience at The University of Texas at Austin
In 2012, João completed a summer internship at The University of Texas at Austin. This experience lasted for one month and allowed him to gain practical insights into software development in an academic environment.
Career Development at WIT Software
João worked at WIT Software as a Senior Software Engineer from 2012 to 2019. During his seven years there, he developed various software solutions and contributed to multiple projects, solidifying his skills in software engineering and project management.