# Kevin Portela > Software Engineer Location: Miami, Florida, United States Profile: https://flows.cv/kevinportela Highly motivated Software Engineer with experience in web and mobile application development. Proven ability to work effectively as a key member of agile development teams, contributing to the design, implementation, and maintenance of robust and high-performance applications. A lifelong learner always dedicated to improvement and growth by continuously discovering, evaluating, and implementing new technologies to maximize development efficiency and deliver exceptional results. Always looking for opportunities to leverage my proven competence in software feature development, detailed analysis, implementation, and problem-solving. Well-versed in HTML, CSS, JavaScript, Typescript, React.js, React Native, Angular, Ionic, C#, .Net, and other programming frameworks. ## Work Experience ### Software Engineer II @ Modea Jan 2023 – Present | Nashville, Tennessee, United States ### Software Engineer @ Caribu Jan 2021 – Jan 2022 | Miami, Florida, United States • Led the development of multiple key features in the application from design to completion, taking ownership of the process. • Utilized research and implementation skills to introduce new technologies for creating performant features and improving on existing ones. • Modernized and migrated legacy code from React and React Native CLI to React Native Expo to increase application efficiency for both browser and mobile through the use of a single codebase. • Collaborated with non-technical product owners to guide technical decision-making for upcoming features. • Spearheaded QA efforts by writing E2E tests using Cypress and Detox, while also managing, documenting, and fixing bugs. ### Passport Specialist @ City of Coral Gables Jan 2018 – Jan 2021 | Coral Gables, Florida, United States • Responsible for ensuring that the application processes were maintained in accordance with strict regulatory requirements and procedures from the US Department of State. • Maintained data entry requirements to properly manage and track applications from submission to passport execution. • Processed and handled federal documents containing sensitive personal information while administering and witnessing oaths • Trained employees on procedures and proper use of systems. ### Recreation Aide @ Village of Pinecrest Official Jan 2017 – Jan 2018 | Pinecrest, Florida, United States • Operated multiple recreation software systems to perform membership, class, and program registration. • Assisted with the creation and coordination of recreational activities and programs. • Supervised and managed the Pinecrest Community Center during evenings, weekends, and holidays. ### Checkout Lead @ IKEA Group Jan 2015 – Jan 2015 | Miami, Florida, United States • Provided excellent customer service at the cash lanes while exceeding the hourly transaction and total sale quotas. • Cross-trained in several departments to diversify skill set and more effectively assist customers. ### Checkout Lead @ Aeropostale Jan 2012 – Jan 2014 | Miami, Florida, United States • Delivered fast and friendly service by actively seeking out customers to assess their needs and provide assistance. • Managed cash wrap area while efficiently completing customer transactions. • Collaborated with store manager to calculate overall sales and trends, recruit new employees from surrounding schools, and create attractive clothing displays. ## Education ### Bachelor of Arts - BA in Economics and Philosophy Florida International University Jan 2014 – Jan 2019 ## Contact & Social - LinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/in/the-kevin-portela --- Source: https://flows.cv/kevinportela JSON Resume: https://flows.cv/kevinportela/resume.json Last updated: 2026-03-29