
Jonathan Rezende
Verified Expert in Engineering
Full-stack Developer
Sorocaba - State of São Paulo, Brazil
Toptal member since February 12, 2026
Jonathan has built software since he was 14, driven by curiosity and a deep interest in how systems work. This experience led him to a clear conviction: the quality of a solution depends far more on how well software is designed, structured, and controlled than on specific technologies. Jonathan focuses on building well-organized, maintainable systems, making deliberate architectural decisions, and choosing tools pragmatically—always in service of clarity, scalability, and long-term value.
Portfolio
Experience
- PHP - 14 years
- SQL - 14 years
- Node.js - 7 years
- Redis - 7 years
- Flutter - 6 years
- React - 6 years
- Python - 5 years
- React Native - 4 years
Preferred Environment
Visual Studio Code (VS Code), MacOS, iTerm2, Claude Code
The most amazing...
...thing I've developed is a payment platform handling 10+ million monthly transactions, plus an open source project incorporated by Google.
Work Experience
Senior Full-stack Engineer
Freelancing
- Delivered end-to-end mobile applications for clients using Flutter and React Native, from architecture design to app store deployment, focusing on performance optimization and native platform integration.
- Built scalable back-end services using diverse technology stacks based on project requirements: Node.js with NestJS for enterprise APIs, Next.js for full-stack applications, and Laravel for rapid eCommerce solutions.
- Developed high-performance back-end systems using Dart with Serverpod framework, leveraging full-stack Dart expertise for unified codebase projects.
- Built scalable back-end services in Python (Flask, Django, FastAPI) for APIs and data processing.
- Implemented Python services for data processing, automation scripts, and AI/LLM integrations to enhance client applications with intelligent features.
- Delivered modern front-end solutions across multiple frameworks: Angular for enterprise dashboards, React (with Hooks and modern patterns) for interactive SPAs, and Vue.js for progressive web applications.
- Collaborated with international clients across different time zones, managing the entire project lifecycle from requirements gathering to deployment and maintenance.
- Maintained multiple concurrent projects while ensuring code quality, documentation, and timely delivery.
Senior Full-stack Engineer
Mtrix
- Built and maintained full-stack web applications using Node.js, PostgreSQL, and MS SQL Server with React and React Native in the front end.
- Developed RESTful APIs and integrated multiple database systems for enterprise clients.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to deliver scalable solutions within Agile sprints.
Senior Full-stack Engineer | Tech Lead
Eduzz Tecnologia Ltda
- Led the development of a payment system and checkout builder for an eCommerce platform serving thousands of producers and millions of customers.
- Architected and implemented the migration from legacy PHP to a scalable Laravel, Python, and Node.js microservices architecture.
- Built and maintained systems processing 10+ million transactions per month with high availability requirements.
- Built scalable Python back-end services using Flask, Django, and FastAPI for internal tools and data pipelines.
- Built AI-powered features using Python and LLM APIs for intelligent automation and content analysis workflows.
- Developed a Flutter mobile application, achieving thousands of downloads on app stores.
- Led a team of six engineers, conducting code reviews and mentoring junior developers.
- Delivered custom solutions for high-priority clients as a dedicated full-stack engineer.
Tech Lead
Norte Marketing Esportivo
- Redesigned the billing system, reducing support tickets by 70% and improving customer satisfaction.
- Developed C# desktop applications for internal operations and PHP APIs for web integrations.
- Established an on-call rotation system, ensuring 24/7 technical coverage for live sporting events.
- Collaborated with the support team to identify recurring issues and prioritize system improvements.
Senior Full-stack Developer
Squid Facil
- Architected high-traffic WordPress solutions with custom caching strategies and scalable infrastructure.
- Provided Magento consulting for enterprise eCommerce, including custom module development and performance tuning.
- Built enterprise management systems using Zend Framework for multibranch corporations.
Developer
Tecsis
- Developed enterprise web applications using Classic ASP and Visual Basic.
- Configured and maintained physical servers in colocation data centers.
- Built complex VoIP telephony solutions using Asterisk private branch exchange (PBX).
- Applied foundational experience in the full software lifecycle.
Experience
AI-powered Automation Suite for a Digital Product Platform
http://eduzz.comThe first was a conversational onboarding chatbot that guided producers through product registration, automatically generating descriptions, slogans, and marketing copy based on structured interviews—reducing onboarding time while improving listing quality.
The second was a RAG-powered coaching platform for sellers. By analyzing product metrics and sales strategies, the system retrieved relevant content from a knowledge base and synthesized personalized action plans and lesson summaries using Retrieval-Augmented Generation.
The third was an intelligent moderation system. Starting with manual reviews, I built a pipeline that learned from historical decisions, eventually automating the majority of content and producer approvals.
eCommerce Mobile App for Digital Products
I was responsible for the entire mobile development lifecycle, from architecture design to App Store and Google Play deployment. The app integrates with a back-end system that processes over 10 million transactions per month, requiring careful attention to performance, reliability, and real-time data synchronization.
Key features I implemented include real-time sales dashboards, push notification system for transaction alerts, secure payment status tracking, affiliate management tools, and offline-capable content consumption. The architecture follows clean code principles, including a state management provider, ensuring maintainability and testability across the codebase.
js_bindings – Dart/JavaScript Interop Library (Adopted by Google)
https://github.com/jodinathan/js_bindingsThe library automatically generates type-safe Dart bindings from Web IDL specifications, enabling Dart developers to seamlessly interact with browser APIs and JavaScript libraries. I developed a custom parser and code generator that processes W3C specifications and produces idiomatic Dart code with full type safety.
The project required a deep understanding of Dart and JavaScript runtime semantics, WebAssembly compilation targets, and browser API specifications. I collaborated with the Dart team at Google during the adoption process, ensuring the library met their quality standards and architectural requirements for integration into the official Dart SDK.
Healthcare Clinic Management Platform
The clinic admin app provides complete operational control, including staff management, financial reporting, inventory tracking, and multi-location support. The doctor app enables physicians to manage their schedules, access patient records, write prescriptions, and access historical assets. The patient app allows appointment booking and payment.
I architected the system using a shared codebase approach with React Native, maximizing code reuse across the three applications while maintaining distinct user experiences. The back-end integration includes real-time synchronization for appointment updates and push notifications for appointment reminders. Implemented offline-first architecture to ensure doctors can access critical patient information even without connectivity.
Education
Bachelor's Degree in Computer Engineering
Centro Universitário Facens - Sorocaba, São Paulo, Brazil
Skills
Libraries/APIs
Node.js, React, ASPX
Tools
Claude Code, Asterisk
Languages
SQL, PHP, Dart, Python, TypeScript, JavaScript, C#, Visual Basic, C++, Delphi
Frameworks
React Native, Laravel 9, Flutter, Flask, Django, Zend Engine
Platforms
Visual Studio Code (VS Code), MacOS, WordPress, Magento
Storage
PostgreSQL, Redis, MongoDB, MySQL, Elasticsearch, SQL Server DBA, MSSQLCE
Other
iTerm2, Development, Physics, Game Physics, Compilers, RAG Pipelines, Large Language Models (LLMs), FastAPI, Artificial Intelligence (AI)
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