Emerson Carvalho
Tech Lead · Software Engineer · Content Creator
Summary
I am an experienced frontend and full-stack developer, skilled in modern technologies like React, Node.js, and Web3. With over 20 years in the industry, I have led transformative projects that enhance user experiences and drive business growth — from Fox streaming properties serving millions of users to Web3 platforms and React component libraries. I also run an educational platform teaching developers worldwide.
Experience
Uniify
Frontend Technical Lead
Aug 2023 – Present · Denmark (Remote)
- Spearheaded a complete revamp of the React component architecture, creating a robust and scalable library.
- Modernized the tech stack, transitioning the existing structure to a cutting-edge React-based application.
- Enhanced user experience, directly contributing to increased sales and customer satisfaction.
- Led a small team to deliver key product initiatives on time.
Emerson Broga Dev
Content Creator & Educator
Nov 2019 – Present · Remote
- Founded a web development education platform on YouTube and Instagram.
- Grew YouTube channel to 8,000+ subscribers and Instagram to 17,000+ followers.
- Developed and sold paid courses on React, Next.js, Node.js, and JavaScript, helping hundreds of students worldwide.
QuickNode
Senior Software Engineer
Nov 2021 – Jul 2023 · Remote
- Multi-Chain Faucet — Built from scratch using Web3 technologies; became the #1 driver of daily new customer acquisition and earned a QuickNode Rockets NFT award.
- Billing System — Led full overhaul, migrating the entire customer base to a modern platform with a redesigned dashboard.
- QuickAlerts — Co-developed real-time on-chain event alerts, enabling custom expressions for blockchain notifications.
- API Docs — Migrated existing documentation to a revamped platform, improving quality and accessibility.
- QuickNode Docs (contractor) — Upgraded the documentation platform and implemented dark mode.
- Collaborated with the product team to launch new blockchain chains, supporting rapid company growth.
Diamond
Senior Software Engineer
Jan 2014 – Nov 2021 · Remote
- Fox.com — Rebuilt the primary streaming service from the ground up using React, engaging millions of users daily.
- Super Bowl LIV — Handled live streaming for 3.5 million concurrent users with zero downtime.
- FX+ / FXNetworks — Enhanced user engagement, performance, and feature development across both platforms.
- Fox Nation — Developed features increasing viewership and subscriber retention after the Disney acquisition.
- National Geographic — Improved digital presence leveraging the React ecosystem built for fox.com.
- Simpsons World — Contributed to development of the Fox Networks streaming platform.
- Game Time on Demand — Built one of the pioneering college sports streaming services.
- View Try — Developed an innovative AR virtual try-on feature for eyeglasses (first Diamond project).
Aceleradora d.E. — Aceleradora de Empresa
Senior PHP Developer
Jan 2013 – Jan 2014 · Brazil
- Built a large-scale system using ExtJs4, Zend Framework, and Doctrine 2.
- Worked with remote developers across 3 cities and wrote unit tests with PHPUnit and DBUnit.
Bolt Brasil Comunicação Digital
Senior PHP Developer / iOS Developer
Jan 2010 – Jan 2013 · Brazil
- Led diverse projects using WordPress, creating custom plugins, themes, and third-party integrations.
- Built iOS apps using Objective-C, Arduino projects, and browser extensions for Chrome and Firefox.
Agencia Vibra / Hollo Interact
PHP Developer
Aug 2008 – Jan 2010 · Brazil
- Took over mid-flight from a departing developer, resolved multiple delayed projects and bugs under pressure.
Favo Internet
PHP Developer
Mar 2007 – Aug 2008 · Brazil
- Built systems using the company's internal framework with JavaScript and integrations with Google Charts, Flickr, and other APIs.
Citium Technologia
PHP Developer
Jan 2006 – Mar 2007 · Brazil
- Developed a call center management platform (RIA) using Zend Framework and Adobe Flex, handling dozens of agents 24/7.
Bits Games
Website Developer
Jan 2004 – Jan 2006 · Brazil
- Developed and maintained the company website along with supporting web tasks — first professional role.
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2009 – 2026 – emersonbroga.com – Code Developer