Rafael Silva
About Rafael Silva
Rafael Silva is a Senior Software Engineer with extensive experience in software development and cloud services. He has worked at Banco do Brasil and currently contributes to Civilized Discourse Construction Kit, Inc., while actively participating in the open-source community.
Current Role at Civilized Discourse Construction Kit, Inc.
Rafael Silva serves as a Senior Software Engineer at Civilized Discourse Construction Kit, Inc. since 2016. He has worked remotely for eight years, contributing to the development of scalable software solutions. His role involves utilizing various technologies to enhance the company's offerings and improve user experiences.
Previous Experience at Banco do Brasil
Prior to his current position, Rafael worked at Banco do Brasil as a Senior Full Stack Engineer from 2011 to 2019. During his eight years in São Paulo, Brazil, he was involved in multiple projects that required a comprehensive understanding of both front-end and back-end technologies.
Education and Academic Background
Rafael Silva studied at Universidade Presbiteriana Mackenzie, where he earned a Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science from 2008 to 2011. He later pursued a Master of Computer Applications (MCA) in Data Science and Machine Learning from 2021 to 2023. Additionally, he completed a program in Electrical and Electronics Engineering at SENAI from 2002 to 2003.
Technical Skills and Expertise
Rafael has extensive experience with AWS services, focusing on scalable software solutions. He utilizes Terraform and Puppet for infrastructure automation in cloud environments. His expertise also includes managing and optimizing PostgreSQL databases for high-performance applications. He actively contributes to open source projects, particularly in Ruby and JavaScript.
Community Involvement and Interests
Rafael actively participates in the Linux community, engaging in discussions and contributing to development efforts. His interests extend to gaming, comics, and TV shows, and he frequently spends time in online forums. He has a strong affinity for open-source software, reflecting his commitment to collaborative development.