Armando Rocha
About Armando Rocha
Armando Rocha is a Software Engineering Manager at Jungle Scout, where he has worked since 2021, managing multiple teams and focusing on roadmap execution and engineer performance. He has a background in software engineering and has contributed to various projects aimed at enhancing data collection and system performance.
Work at Jungle Scout
Armando Rocha has been a Software Engineering Manager at Jungle Scout since 2021. He manages two Product Sprint Teams and one Specialized team within the SMB Group. His responsibilities include overseeing roadmap execution, engineer performance, and career progression. Prior to this role, he served as a Software Engineer from 2017 to 2020, where he guided teams in a full stack environment, focusing on customer-facing features and data collection. He also held positions as Software Engineer Team Lead and Senior Software Engineer, contributing to various projects and initiatives.
Education and Expertise
Armando Rocha studied Computer Science at Cardiff University from 2014 to 2015. He also earned a degree in Information Systems from Instituto Federal de Sergipe, where he studied from 2011 to 2017. His educational background provides a strong foundation for his expertise in software engineering and development.
Background in Software Development
Before joining Jungle Scout, Armando Rocha worked at Emergent Research Ltd as a Software Developer from 2016 to 2017. He also gained experience as a Tester and .NET Developer at SergipeTec from 2013 to 2014. His diverse background in software development has equipped him with a range of skills applicable to various engineering roles.
Achievements in Engineering Management
In his current role, Armando Rocha coordinates the implementation of large-scale features for Sellers, focusing on data collection, aggregation, and privacy. He leads the coordination of Extension updates, including Freemium offerings, emphasizing scalability and performance. Additionally, he collaborates with the Engineering Director to set organizational goals and OKRs, ensuring alignment across engineering teams.
Notable Projects and Contributions
Armando Rocha has played a key role in shaping the future of Jungle Scout's Frontend by developing a Shared Component Library and improving the Frontend infrastructure using CDK. He has also worked on a notable project that involved remaking a job scheduler process to enhance data ingestion and reduce long-term costs, demonstrating his ability to drive efficiency and innovation within the company.