Hi, I'm Pedro Castela Nolasco
Professional Software Engineer
"Professionals use their powers for good and write code that others can understand."
Professional Software Engineer
"Professionals use their powers for good and write code that others can understand."
In my software engineer journey, I have specialized in architecting and implementing high-performance, high-availability solutions with a machine learning first approach for financial organizations. I work with critical real-time distributed architectures operating financial risk information flows.
My experience includes working with technologies like Cassandra, RabbitMQ, Zookeeper, Ansible, Docker, Spark, and AWS cloud services. I have traveled extensively across the APAC region (Singapore, Hong Kong, and Australia) to solve significant technical challenges and lead client renewals through both relational and technical expertise.
I hold a Master's degree in Software Engineering from the University of Coimbra. My final dissertation focused on Industry 4.0 strategies and developed a web application using React.js, Node.js, and MySQL.
Years Already Working
Technologies Mastered
Regions Where I Have Already Worked
Jun 2024 - Present
Leading fraud detection solutions for multinational banking and e-commerce organizations with machine learning approach.
Jan 2023 - Jun 2024
Onsite role in Hong Kong, architecting fraud detection solutions and traveling across APAC region for client engagements.
Sep 2021 - Jan 2023
Started at Feedzai as Software Engineer, building fraud detection systems and distributed architectures.
Aug 2020 - Sep 2021
Implemented monitoring and observability solutions for distributed systems using Prometheus, Grafana, and Jaeger.
Jun 2018 - Aug 2018
Coordinated the results system for European Universities Games in Coimbra, leading a team of volunteers.
2019 - 2021
Specialization in Software Engineering
Final dissertation: "An information system for assessing and guiding industry 4.0 strategies" - Developed a web application using React.js (frontend), Node.js (backend), and MySQL (database) to implement a new model of diagnosis and execution of continuous strategies of industry 4.0 in companies.
2016 - 2019
Comprehensive formation including Computational Intelligence, Information Systems, Computer Networks and Software Engineering, as well as fundamentals of Mathematics and Physics. Also includes fundamental knowledge and skills in Economics, Management and Social Sciences.
A collection of 8+ mobile applications published on Google Play Store, showcasing diverse app development skills. Includes utility apps, educational tools, lifestyle applications, and entertainment apps built with Flutter and Dart. Featured apps include Sleep Precheck ($2.49), Handshake Trainer, Color Picker, Compliment Generator, Property Wishlist, Book Quote Saver, Fact About Today, and Coffee App with 400+ downloads.
Master's dissertation research project - A comprehensive web application for assessing and guiding Industry 4.0 strategies in companies. Features include diagnostic tools, strategy execution tracking, and data visualization for continuous improvement.
Research paper presented at AMCIS 2023 (Strategic & Competitive Uses of Information and Digital Technologies). Introduces a novel approach for Industry 4.0 adoption that extends the Balanced Scorecard with a fifth perspective and maturity model fragments.
I'm always excited about new opportunities and innovative projects. Whether you have a project in mind, want to discuss potential collaborations, or just want to connect and share ideas, I'd love to hear from you!