Hi, I am
Rafael Miguel
- FullStack Developer
- Mobile Developer
- Kotlin Tech Lead
FullStack and Mobile Developer with 3+ years of experience building scalable, high-performance web, desktop, and mobile applications. Currently serving as Kotlin Development Tech Lead, leading mobile delivery, prioritizing tasks, coordinating meetings, and guiding implementation decisions.
- years of experience
- 3+
- concurrent roles
- 2
- spoken languages
- 3
About
Strong background in React, Vue, Next.js, NestJS, Node.js, Kotlin, Flutter, PostgreSQL, Prisma, Firebase, AWS, Electron, and Web3 integrations using WalletConnect, Infura, Thirdweb, and Coinbase SDK. Experienced in accessibility-oriented digital products, EPUB and Web Publication workflows, secure authentication, responsive interfaces, and performance optimization across platforms. Also builds specialized AI agents with Claude, applied to development and code review workflows.
Technical skills
Front-end
Responsive UI, accessibility, and performance optimization.
- React
- Vue
- Next.js
- TypeScript
Back-end
REST APIs, authentication, and data modeling.
- Node.js
- Express
- NestJS
- Prisma
Mobile / Desktop
Cross-platform development for Android and desktop.
- Kotlin
- Android
- Flutter
- Electron
Databases & Cloud
Database modeling and scalability.
- PostgreSQL
- Firebase
- AWS
Web3
NFT and token transactions, multi-wallet support.
- WalletConnect
- Infura
- Thirdweb
- Coinbase SDK
AI & agents
Specialized AI agents built with Claude for development and code review.
- Claude
- Claude Code
Leadership
Task prioritization, delivery planning, team coordination.
- Tech leadership
- Delivery planning
- Mentoring
Experience
2024 — Present
Tech Leader — Kotlin Development
NEES — Núcleo de Excelência e Tecnologias Sociais
- Lead the mobile application development team, coordinating delivery routines, task prioritization, and technical alignment for Kotlin-based development.
- Lead meetings, organize deliverables, and support the team in translating product requirements into implementation plans.
- Develop and maintain features across mobile, web, and desktop platforms using Kotlin, React, and Electron.
- Implement accessibility-focused features including keyboard navigation, screen reader support, and inclusive user flows.
- Build and maintain secure authentication flows with NestJS, contributing to stronger application security and maintainability.
- Optimize front-end performance and responsiveness across different devices and usage contexts.
- Kotlin
- React
- Electron
- NestJS
2025 — Present
FullStack Web Developer
EDGE — Centro de Inovação
- Develop and maintain web applications using Vue, Node.js, Express, Prisma, and PostgreSQL.
- Design and optimize database schemas with focus on integrity, scalability, and maintainable data relationships.
- Implement RESTful APIs and integrate them with dynamic front-end interfaces.
- Develop cross-platform mobile applications with Flutter in a parallel project within the same organization.
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to deliver features from concept to deployment.
- Vue
- Node.js
- Express
- Prisma
- PostgreSQL
- Flutter
2023 — 2023
FullStack Web3 Developer
Labbit Space Inc.
- Developed new features and maintained existing web platforms with focus on performance and user experience.
- Implemented Firebase Authentication from scratch, improving application security and onboarding experience.
- Optimized front-end performance using techniques such as lazy loading and tree shaking.
- Integrated Web3 toolkits including Thirdweb, WalletConnect, Coinbase SDK, and Infura to support NFT transactions, token transactions, and multi-wallet functionality.
- Firebase
- Thirdweb
- WalletConnect
- Coinbase SDK
- Infura
Selected projects
MathType
VisitMental math competition, monkeytype style
- Built with Next.js and Firebase, with server-signed scoring, a global leaderboard, and an interface translated into seven languages.
- Next.js
- TypeScript
- Firebase
- Tailwind
PNLD Digital
Mobile application for the National Textbook and Educational Materials Program
- Developed mobile application features focused on accessibility, performance, and digital reading experiences.
- Worked with EPUB and Web Publication concepts, supporting educational content delivery and inclusive reading flows.
- Kotlin
- Android
- EPUB
- Accessibility
Freckle Live
Live streaming platform
- Developed front-end architecture and applied performance optimization techniques to deliver a responsive, fast experience across devices.
- React
- Performance
PolyBots Game
Web3 game platform
- Integrated Web3 functionality including NFT support and wallet connectivity with Thirdweb and Infura, strengthening the platform blockchain capabilities.
- Thirdweb
- Infura
- NFT
Education
2021 — 2026
Bachelor's Degree in Information Systems
IFAL — Instituto Federal de Alagoas
Languages
- Portuguese
- Native
- English
- Advanced
- French
- Basic
Get in touch
Open to conversations about FullStack, mobile, and technical leadership work.