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Daniel Gomes

Daniel Gomes

Crafting workflows (and code) to solve real-world problems.
Lisbon, PT
daniel@dgomes.com
English, Portuguese

Background

About

About

With two decades in the tech world, I’ve evolved from crafting code to solving real-world problems. My purpose is simple: create solutions that help businesses thrive and make life easier for the people they touch. While I still love the logic of development, my focus now is on tackling bigger challenges—bringing strategy, practicality, and just the right touch of creativity to the table.

Work Experience

Work Experience

  • AI Automation & Digital Marketing, freelancer

    Jan, 2025 - Present

    Helping out some cool guys with CRM integration of workflow-based Sales AI Agents

    • GoHighLevel

    • Make.com

    • N8N

    • Workflow automation

    • OpenAI

    • AI Agents

  • PHP Developer, velv

    Oct, 2021 - Present

    Currently enroled on an exciting new project for a major cloud services provider, developing SDKs, CLI tools and API services. Worked as a backend developer for a UK based online-only retailer, developing new features and helping maintain the website and supporting services.

    • Backend development

    • Software Architecture

    • Documentation

    • Automated Testing

    • Code Reviews

    • Exploratory development

    • Symfony

    • Golang

    • PHP

  • Fullstack Developer/Tech Lead, Findmore Consulting, S.A.

    Dec, 2016 - Sep, 20214 years 9 months

    Worked on different projects for local and international clients as developer and tech lead. Main languages used: PHP/Symfony, Laravel, Javascript

    • Lead an Angular/Java Spring Boot implementation for a major banking institution acting as architect, developer and coach for 7 developers

    • Lead a small team of developers using multiple different stacks such as JQuery/Symfony apps, Node with Typescript, Reactjs and Kotlin for a disruptive HR AI platform

    • Collaborated as tech specialist in multiple internal projects

  • Symfony Developer, INTEGRITY S.A.

    Mar, 2015 - Dec, 20161 year 9 months

    Developing Information Security apps. PHP 5.6, Symfony 2, JQuery, MySQL

    • Designed SaaS web app from scratch

    • Developed a "SurveryMonkey" style application to build questionnaires with preprogrammed answers and scores.

    • Responsible for customer support

    • Managed multiple versions and client implementation with the use of feature flags

  • Founder, Senior Software Developer, IS4Science

    Jun, 2013 - Aug, 20163 years 2 months

    Software Project Management and app development. Data modelling. Server administration.

  • Senior Software Developer, Wipro/Philips

    Sep, 2013 - Mar, 20146 months

    Developed PHP 5, Zend Framework, Vanilla JS. Responsible for CVS and LAMP administration/deployments.

    • Improved performance of Vanilla PHP stack significantely by introducing Zend Framework DB and Cache components

    • Extensive optimization of SQL queries, using prepared statements

    • Removal of frontend javascript bottlenecks. Made the app 10x faster and more responsive.

  • Software Developer, Gatewit

    Oct, 2012 - May, 20137 months

    Prototyping and developing Symfony applications.

  • Programmer, Grupo Keypoint

    Jun, 2008 - Oct, 20124 years 4 months

    • Development of Electronic Data Capture web platforms for more than 20 Clinical Studies.
    • Website and company portal development.
    • Intranet (Time Sheet, Project Management, expenses, financial reports)
    • LAMP administration
    • DATATRAK e-clinical Trial Designer

  • Programmer/Tech, Waresoft

    Dec, 2003 - Dec, 20041 year

    Hardware repairs. Development of custom web platforms.

    • Developed CMS for car dealerships

    • Developed Real Estate CMS

    • Developed company websites for clients

Skills

Skills

  • Code Quality

    Design Patterns

    Unit testing

    Integration testing

  • Software Design

    Documentation

    Architecture

    Rest API

  • Databases

    PostgreSQL

    MySQL

    SQL

  • JavaScript

    Angular

    Vuejs

    nodejs

    Express

    jQuery

  • Java

    Spring Boot

  • PHP

    Symfony

    Laravel

    Doctrine

    PHPUnit

Education

Education

  • IT & Dev, Computer Tech / Programmer, IEFP

    Dec, 2001 - Dec, 2004

Certificates

Certificates

Volunteer Work

Volunteer Work

  • Web developer, APAFF

    Dec, 2003 - Dec, 2006

    Developed and maintained website based on Zorbas CMS

References

References

  • Hugo Mestre

    Daniel is one of the most focused and hard-working professionals i've had the privilege of working with. He never loses sight of the goals and objectives set, just as he also encourages others not to do so. He is a brilliant autodidact with the ability to learn in a few days complex technologies such as elasticsearch. He doesn't have an easy-to-understand personality and his views aren't always the most consensual, but that undoubtedly makes him a valuable element in any project, since typically there are enough people which bring nothing to the table or that say yes to every idea just because. Overall he's a very complete software developer which could be part of any project and/or team.

  • Sérgio Paulino

    Daniel is a very skilled developer, with quick and analytical thinking and a knack for squeezing out of tight corners. His problem solving abilities are amazing, and his way to determine the most effective solution to perform the tasks at hand are a big asset for any team.

    He is a great team player, very adaptable, being able to easily fill a position of leadership and guidance.

    Always a pleasure working with him!

  • Ferdy Christant

    I worked for a few months with Daniel on a large, complicated PHP enterprise application for Philips. During this time, I have known Daniel to be an intelligent, trustworthy developer that has ready-to-go knowledge on a wide range of topics. Furthermore, he is a friendly, positive and always constructive personality to work with.

  • Sourabh Sharma

    I am pleased to recommend Daniel for the position of Senior Software Developer at Wipro/Philips. During the assignment I worked closely with Daniel and I found Daniel is very sharp and dedicated guy.

    Daniel joined the team when project was in critical stage and Daniel customized the code and optimize the queries very well. Whole team and customer appreciate a lot for the same. In Short Daniel is very nice and technically sound in his field. I definitely would like to recommend Daniel for his efforts and knowledge. Wish you all the best and i will definitely like to work with you again.

  • Ricardo Pestana

    Daniel is always looking for the next best tools and practices for his team. He focuses primarily in the quality, security, performance and reusability of applications. He loves to build complex applications from scratch.

  • Mário Sá Pires

    Daniel is a good technician, search for new solutions and technologies. He likes to program, develop and structure software applications.