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Framework
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Database
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Certification
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Affiliations
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Kenneth Luzolo

Luanda

Summary

Software Engineer with over 10 years of experience in Information Technology, specializing in backend development with a focus on Java and microservices architecture.
I have a solid track record in high-demand corporate environments, with a strong focus on service integration, test automation, and performance optimization, Continuous Integration (Jenkins, GitLab CI), containers, and orchestration (Docker, Kubernetes), as well as consolidated practices in CI/CD, TDD, and technical documentation.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Software Engineer| Test Automation Developer

UNITEL S.A
Luanda
01.2023 - Current

Orchestrated deployment and management of microservices in Docker and GKE environments.

Developed RESTful APIs integrated with internal network services for seamless operations.

Constructed CI/CD pipelines to automate testing and facilitate deployments.

Engineered test automation using Katalon to enhance software reliability.

Utilized DevOps practices and microservices for scalable, secure, high-performance systems at Unitel.

Leveraged Java, Spring Boot, Maven, PostgreSQL, SOAP, XML, REST technologies.

Handled version control and continuous integration with Git and GitLab CI/CD.

Employed Groovy scripting for optimized build processes.

• SOAP

• REST

Software Engineer | Java Developer

TIS TECH
Luanda
05.2021 - 11.2022

Developed SIGT, a national tax management system, enhancing tax process efficiency.

Created web interfaces and RESTful APIs with Java 8, Spring Boot, and JSF (Primefaces).

Generated reports using JasperReports and integrated with Oracle database.

Applied agile methodologies (Scrum) and version control through Git.

Automated report generation, significantly reducing processing time.

Introduced automated testing practices at critical system endpoints to improve reliability.

Utilized Docker for containerization to streamline application deployment.

Stack included Java, Spring Boot, JSF, Primefaces, Git, and Docker.

• Gitlab CI/CD

JasperReports

Software Engineer

LBC
Luanda
11.2020 - 11.2021

Executed full-stack development of Planning Information System using PHP, Symfony, React, and MySQL.

Implemented REST APIs and developed interactive components for enhanced user experience.

Managed source code across multiple projects utilizing version control tools.

Collaborated in a cross-functional team to ensure seamless project delivery.

  • Utilized version control tools to manage source codes across multiple projects.

Software Developer

Ministry of Economy and Planning
Luanda
06.2020 - 11.2020
  • Designed and implemented National Development Plan (PDN) Information System focused on strategic indicator monitoring.
    Maintained PHP/Symfony systems featuring React front-end for improved functionality.
    Integrated data repositories alongside analytical modules to enable comprehensive data analysis.
    Employed PHP, Symfony, React, MySQL, and REST technologies throughout development process.
  • Conferred with project managers and other stakeholders to fully understand software design specifications and plan optimal development approaches.
  • Resolved customer issues by establishing workarounds and solutions to debug and create defect fixes.
  • Recommended improvements to facilitate team and project workflow.

Instructor

Africa Code Week
Luanda
08.2016 - 06.2020
  • Developed and implemented lesson plans to teach mathematics and science principles.
  • Trained over 2,000 students nationwide in programming logic using Scratch.
  • Provided support for digital inclusion initiatives in public and private schools.
  • Conducted training sessions for educators to enhance programming instruction capabilities.

Coordinator & Trainer

ABC of Programming
Luanda
06.2014 - 06.2020
  • Launched and led a social initiative focused on basic programming education for youth.
    Coordinated technology workshops, hackathons, and robotics events to inspire engagement.
    Provided mentorship and hands-on training to cultivate emerging talent in programming.

Software Developer

Backbone
Luanda
05.2016 - 03.2019
  • Working on the development and support of the MIMO SMS project, aimed at mobile communication services.
  • Development of systems in Java.
    Technical support and maintenance of web content.
    Management of local infrastructure.
  • Developed programs to automate processes and improve user experience.
  • Collaborated with team members to ensure successful project completion.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Computer Science

Agostinho Neto University Faculty of Science
11-2015

Skills

  • Microservices architecture
  • RESTful API development
  • CI/CD practices
  • Test automation
  • Containerization with Docker
  • Version control systems
  • Java programming
  • Software testing methodologies
  • JIRA project management
  • SQL database management
  • Agile frameworks
  • Database administration
  • Problem solving techniques

Framework

  • Spring-boot, Junit, Express, Symfony, Cucumber, Selnium.

Tooling

  • Git, GitLab, Github, Docker, IntelliJ, Katalon Studio, VS Code, Maven, Jenkins.

Platforms

  • AWS, Azure, Kubernetes, Jenkins, Docker.

Database

  • Mysql, Postgresql, Oracle, MongoD

Performance platforms

  • Grafana, Prometheus

Certification

  • Katalon Practitioner Level Certification
  • Katalon Professional Level Certification
  • Cloud and virtualization concepts
  • Leadership training
  • Linux Server Administration with Red Hat 8 / CentOS 8

Languages

Portuguese
First Language
English
Intermediate (B1)
B1

Affiliations

  • I spend part of my time studying project management, programming, and research; random research into health, astronomy, and other curiosities
  • My portfolio development

Voluntary experience

  • Jury of the first Android Hackathon, organized by Coding Dojo Angola
  • Coordinator of the ABC of Programming project
  • Member of the COMPALG developer group (algorithm compiler) version 3.0

Timeline

Software Engineer| Test Automation Developer

UNITEL S.A
01.2023 - Current

Software Engineer | Java Developer

TIS TECH
05.2021 - 11.2022

Software Engineer

LBC
11.2020 - 11.2021

Software Developer

Ministry of Economy and Planning
06.2020 - 11.2020

Instructor

Africa Code Week
08.2016 - 06.2020

Software Developer

Backbone
05.2016 - 03.2019

Coordinator & Trainer

ABC of Programming
06.2014 - 06.2020

Bachelor of Science - Computer Science

Agostinho Neto University Faculty of Science
Kenneth Luzolo