Rafael Gouveia
About Rafael Gouveia
Rafael Gouveia serves as the Head of Engineering at Incognia, a position he has held since 2021. He has extensive experience in software engineering, having worked at Incognia in various roles since 2016 and co-founding BitJá from 2017 to 2019.
Work at Incognia
Rafael Gouveia has been with Incognia since 2016, initially serving as a Software Engineer for three years. In 2019, he transitioned to the role of Lead Software Engineer, where he contributed for five years. In 2021, he advanced to the position of Head of Engineering, overseeing engineering operations and leading development initiatives. His tenure at Incognia has spanned a total of seven years, during which he has played a significant role in the company's engineering efforts.
Education and Expertise
Rafael Gouveia studied Computer Science at the Universidade Federal de Pernambuco from 2012 to 2017, where he gained foundational knowledge in the field. He furthered his education at Stevens Institute of Technology, studying Computer Science for one year from 2013 to 2014. His academic background has equipped him with the skills necessary for his roles in software engineering and leadership.
Background
Before joining Incognia, Rafael co-founded BitJá, where he worked from 2017 to 2019. He also held the position of Desenvolvedor para iOS at BEPiD in 2015 for nine months. In addition, he gained research experience as an Undergraduate Researcher at Stevens Institute of Technology for three months in 2014. His diverse background in software development and engineering has contributed to his current expertise.
Professional Experience
Rafael Gouveia's professional journey includes various roles in software engineering. He worked at Incognia as a Software Engineer from 2016 to 2019 before moving up to lead positions. His experience also includes co-founding BitJá and developing iOS applications at BEPiD. This range of roles has provided him with a comprehensive understanding of software development processes and team leadership.