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Alex Gordinho Faria

Software Engineer — iOS

iOS Software Engineer with 3 years of professional experience in native app development for e-commerce and IoT. Master's in Informatics Engineering. Specialized in Swift, Objective-C, RxSwift, UIKit, SwiftUI, and Clean Architecture (MVP, Use Cases, Coordinators). Passionate about clean code, performance, and user experience (UX).

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Alex G. Faria

iOS Developer

SwiftUI

Modern UI

Clean Arch

MVP / Coordinator

CCC Digital Key

NFC / Cryptography

RxSwift

Reactive Programming

Professional Experience

My journey in native iOS software development and technological research
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Nov 2025 — Present

iOS Engineer

CEiiA • Engineering and Product Development Centre
Porto, Portugal
  • Development and implementation of CCC Digital Key solutions for iOS, with a strong focus on cryptographic security, NFC, BLE, and seamless integration between mobile devices, vehicles, and backend services.
  • Creation of a reusable iOS library in compliance with CCC Digital Key specifications, later adopted in CEiiA's BEN4US project to enable secure digital access solutions for sustainable mobility.
Swift Objective-C SwiftUI CoreBluetooth BLE Cryptography XCTest SPM Git
May 2023 — Jan 2025

iOS Engineer

Bosch
Aveiro, Portugal
  • Development and maintenance of core features for the Bosch HomeCom App, enabling remote control of smart home appliances in the Bosch IoT ecosystem.
  • Development of native user interfaces with UIKit and Storyboards, ensuring smooth navigation and consistent user experience.
  • Application of Clean Architecture principles structured with MVP, Use Cases, and Coordinators, resulting in improved scalability, testability, and separation of concerns.
  • Robust integration with backend systems via REST APIs, ensuring secure data flows between IoT devices.
  • Implementation of reactive features with RxSwift, increasing code responsiveness.
  • Writing unit tests with XCTest and close collaboration with the QA team on automated UI testing using Appium.
  • Initiated the in-app feedback feature, allowing users to share real-time feedback directly with the engineering team.
  • Exposure to Kotlin Multiplatform (KMP) modules within the app ecosystem.
Swift Objective-C UIKit RxSwift Clean Architecture REST APIs XCTest Appium KMP Git Jenkins Figma Lottie
Apr 2022 — Apr 2023

Junior iOS Engineer

Farfetch
Porto, Portugal
  • Contribution to the development of the Farfetch iOS app homepage, the most visited page and primary revenue channel for the global company.
  • Programmatic UI construction via UIKit, ensuring flexibility, performance, and optimized layouts.
  • Usage of SwiftUI in internal tools for debugging, prototyping, and rapid content validation.
  • Integration of complex local persistence with CoreData and asynchronous flows managed by PromiseKit.
  • Active sprint participation under Agile/Scrum methodology for predictable deliveries.
  • Implementation of unit tests (XCTest) and snapshot tests to prevent visual regressions.
  • Ensured continuous quality with CI/CD pipelines via TeamCity.
Swift Objective-C UIKit SwiftUI CoreData PromiseKit XCTest TeamCity Git
Oct 2021 — Apr 2022

Trainee iOS Engineer

Farfetch • Plug-In Graduates Program
Porto, Portugal
  • Completion of the Plug-In Graduates Program, an intensive internship and practical training program focused on the Swift and iOS development ecosystem.
  • Development of a final project integrated with the Marvel API, applying best practices for networking, persistence, and responsive UI.
  • Creation of UI components with UIKit integrated into the main production app under the mentorship of senior engineers.
  • Daily participation in team Code Reviews and Agile ceremonies.
Swift UIKit XCTest Git
Jul 2020 — Nov 2020

Research Assistant — Academic context

Interactive Technologies Institute (ITI)
Funchal, Portugal
  • Development of an interactive open-source installation using projection mapping on geodesic domes, focusing on promoting pro-environmental behaviors.
  • Paper published and presented at the IMX'20 conference: *INTERAQUATICA - Designing Interactive Aquatic Experiences with Geodesic Domes In-The-Wild*.
Processing Java Git LaTeX
2018 — 2019 (Intermittent Periods)

Research Assistant — Academic context

Interactive Technologies Institute (ITI)
Funchal, Portugal
  • Development and maintenance of the institute's official project website using WordPress.
  • Programming of *The Moving Type Machine*, a web application for creating and sharing manifesto videos with kinetic typography.
  • Design and implementation of customization features for the manifesto app built on Node.js.
  • Co-author of 3 scientific papers published internationally (CHI EA '19, HTTF '19, Cumulus Roma '21).
Node.js JavaScript HTML CSS SASS Bootstrap WordPress Git
Mar 2018 — Jun 2018

Curricular Intern — Mobile Engineer

Binaryscope Solutions
Funchal, Portugal
  • Design and build of a hybrid mobile application focused on healthcare, allowing clinical staff to register and visually track the state and evolution of medical wounds.
  • Integration of openEHR REST APIs with the mobile application developed in the Ionic and TypeScript ecosystem.
Ionic TypeScript REST APIs HTML CSS

Technical Skills

Select a technology to highlight where and how I applied it in my professional journey

iOS & Mobile Core

Architecture & Quality

CI/CD, Web & Design

Education

2019 — 2022

Master's in Informatics Engineering

University of Madeira • Funchal

Dissertation, Dissertation Preparation, Network-Centric Applications, Software Architectures for User Interfaces, Ubiquitous Computing, Service Design, Organizational Engineering, Artificial Intelligence and Game Design, Distributed Systems, Multimedia Systems.

2014 — 2019

Bachelor's in Informatics Engineering

University of Madeira • Funchal

Introduction to Electronics, Mechanics and Waves, Computer Architecture, Requirements Engineering, Artificial Intelligence, Human-Computer Interaction, Internship, Networks and Data Communication, Database Management Systems, Operating Systems, Computational Logic, Software Processes and Metrics, Object-Oriented Programming, Digital Systems, Theory and Foundations of Computing, Experimental Sciences, Data Structures and Algorithms, Introduction to Business Sciences, Discrete Mathematics, Numerical Methods and Operational Research, Probability and Statistics, Calculus I, Programming Paradigms, Rhetoric and Communication.

2012 — 2014

Professional IT Systems Course

EBS Padre Manuel Álvares • Ribeira Brava

Level III Professional Qualification focused on assembly, maintenance, and local networks.

Certifications & Courses

  • 2024

    Code along with the Foundation Models framework

    Apple

  • 2023

    Implementing Practical Data Structures with Swift

    Udemy

  • 2022

    Design for Mobile | UX/UI

    Le Wagon

  • 2022

    Swift for Intermediate and Advanced iOS Developers

    Udemy

  • 2022

    DevOps, CI/CD for Beginners

    Udemy

  • 2021

    Training for Student Evaluators of A3ES External Evaluation Committees (CAEs)

    University of Madeira

  • 2021

    Inclusive Communication

    FNAJ & LPPS

  • 2021

    Swift 5 Programming for Beginners

    Udemy

  • 2021

    Git Going Fast: One Hour Git Crash Course

    Udemy

  • 2021

    Remote Work Foundations

    LinkedIn

  • 2020

    Summer School - Scientific Research Methodologies and Techniques

    Interactive Technologies Institute (ITI)

Languages

Portuguese
Native
English
Fluent
Spanish
Intermediate
French
Basic

Scientific Publications

Research and papers published in international Human-Computer Interaction (HCI) conferences and journals
SSRN Electronic Journal • 2023

Cyberphysical Reality: Exploring Complex Relief Mapping in Confined Public Spaces

Co-author | SSRN Electronic Journal

Although Augmented Reality (AR) claims to be the promising protagonist for persuasive interfaces, it remains mostly informativebased. The AR is traditionally mapped onto real-world flat surfaces as in the case of Mixed Reality (MR) and used with hand-held devices. However, complex relief mapping (thre-edimensional AR mapping onto physical 3D objects) remains unexplored in HCI. For achieving greater immersion, the AR mapping is traditionally performed using two-dimensional projections, which is subject to costly setups. In this study, we propose Cyberphysical Reality (CR) as a new AR modality, exploring complex AR relief mapping in confined public spaces. We contribute with the CR reaching the wider audience using gamified environments, persuading the audience to collect marine litter in both physical and virtual settings. Using two independent sample groups (N= 40) in outdoor settings we test the traditional AR and find that external light exposure does not affect the audience AR interaction. In second experiment, when mapping AR onto complex relief, using two independent sample groups (N= 80) we further compare the standalone AR against the AR mapped onto complex relief using a geodesic structure. Data inquiry used scales ranging from environmental perception, emotional bonding, user experience, and usability scales, including time perception, field observations, and participant feedback. We find that the CR as a public and confined space resulted in more arousing environment reported by the wider audience, changes their environmental perception, and cause an increase in their exploration time.
Cumulus Conference Proceedings Roma • 2021

Manifesto! Now: Game design for revolutionary thinking

Co-author | Design Culture(s) Cumulus Conference

This paper presents recent work designing and testing a card game for manifesto writing, including a new edition that focuses on the “Future (s) of Europe” as well as a digital edition. The game began in 2019 with a “Tech Edition” and has since been tested in classrooms and grassroots organisations across Europe. Beyond the basic rules, each trial has brought about significant modifications: in terms of content, timing, number and type of cards permitted, and other aspects of gameplay. In our game the manifesto is conceived of as a revolutionary genre-a tool for activists in challenging and complex times. By developing a new set of “provocations” for our European edition, on themes like climate action, countering extremism, the need for unity, action against racism, and finding empowering uses of digitalisation, our aim is to help rebuild the commons and encourage consensus on the most difficult issues we face.
IMX '20 • 2020

INTERAQUATICA - Designing Interactive Aquatic Experiences with Geodesic Domes In-the-Wild

Co-author | ACM International Conference on Interactive Media Experiences

While HCI remains vastly abundant in human- and land- centric applications, in this work we focus on exploring further the Human Computer Biosphere Interaction (HCBI) concept in aquatic settings. Based on the existing techniques for prototyping the geodesic domes, we design them as five marine megafauna species, for the on- and off- shore locations. We describe novel interaction concepts with and within such structures: (i) Turtle AR nesting, (ii) Bird XR watching, (iii) Dolphin acoustic swimming, (iv) Seal night scuba-diving, and (v) Whale projection mapping. We report the design of such interaquatic environments, focused at depicting the ongoing concerns with such marina megafauna species, discussing their feasibility, suggesting research, implementation and validation for all interaquatic domes, planned in our future work.
Halfway to the Future (HTTF) • 2019

Fourth-Wave HCI Meets the 21st Century Manifesto

Co-author | HTTF Symposium

We take up Bødker's challenge to ‘identify’ a fourth wave HCI, building on the work of Blevis et al. and others to shore up a new vision that places ‘politics and values and ethics’ at the forefront without abandoning the strengths of previous waves. We insist that a fourth wave must push harder, beyond measured criticism for actual (e.g. institutional) change. We present two studies performed at CHI’19, where we used our MANIFESTO! game to: 1) take the temperature of colleagues on adopting an activist stance, 2) test manifesto writing as a key activity in pushing HCI forward into the fourth wave, and 3) test our game for subsequent iterations, and as a probe for inspiring new digital tools. With the enthusiastic response received to gameplay, facilitated in part through a novel method using tableau vivant, we argue for taking political activism from the margins into mainstream HCI.
CHI '19 • 2019

Dissent by Design: A Manifesto for CHI Manifestos

Co-author | ACM CHI Conference on Human Factors in Computing Systems

The past decade has seen a welcome rise in critical reflection in HCI. But the use of manifestos - not to promote but to provoke - is still rare in comparison to more established disciplines. Digital activism has given new life to the manifesto, and the manifesto may in turn give new life to CHI - prompting new ideas by temporarily liberating scholars from the confines of careful speech and rational argument. We present a manifesto for manifestos; a chance for the CHI community to question its status quo and dream of its possible futures using our purpose-built authoring tools.

Volunteering & Leadership

My civic, social, and community commitment through associations, volunteering, and social causes
Dec 2024 — Jan 2025
Localization & UX

Volunteer Translator / Localizer

Quanta — Vinyl Companion (iOS & Apple TV)

Translated and adapted the entire application interface and content into European Portuguese, enhancing accessibility and user experience for Portuguese-speaking audiences. Quanta is an iOS/Apple TV vinyl companion that integrates AirPlay 2 (streaming vinyl audio to HomePods), automatic track recognition via Shazam, live-synced lyrics, Discogs library syncing, and scrobbling to Apple Music and Last.fm.

Jun 2021 — Present
Animal Welfare

Volunteer

Ajuda a Alimentar Cães

Commit 2 hours per week taking care of stray animals, administering medicine, cleaning the space, walking, feeding, and actively searching for adoption families.

Dec 2019 — Present
Human Rights & Leadership

Executive Board Member

rede ex aequo

Assisted in elaborating budgets and reports to the assembly. Represented the association in the media and with government officials. Managed associates and quotas. Submitted funding requests to various entities. Guided and trained volunteers.

2019 — Present
Economic Empowerment

Organizer

Association of Scientific Research Fellows (ABIC)

Dynamized and joined efforts to change the current socio-political panorama regarding the status of Research Fellows. Contributed to the recognition and dignification of professionals who carry out scientific research and science management in Portugal as Fellows.

May 2019 — Present
Education & Human Rights

Speaker

rede ex aequo

Taught LGBTI+ topics to teachers and students in grades 7-12 and higher education, teacher trainees, police officers, city officials, etc.

Jul 2020
Mental Health

Guest Speaker

AFARAM - II Ciclo de Formação em Saúde Mental

Speaker at the "II Ciclo de Formação em Saúde Mental" conference organized by the Association of Family Friends of the Mentally Ill in the Autonomous Region of Madeira with the talk "Mental Health in the LGBTI+ Community".

Jan 2019 — Apr 2021
Civil Rights & Social Action

Organizer

Madeira Pride

Member of the Organizing Committee. Designed logos, posters, merch, and social media content. Applied for funding and managed a yearly budget of 6000€. Campaigned and raised 2000€ online. Recorded, edited, and streamed the 2020 edition online. Managed relations with artists, city officials, and journalists.

Jul 2018 — Apr 2021
Community Support

Local Coordinator

rede ex aequo

Organized meetings and activities for LGBTI+ youth and supporters creating safe environments to share stories and seek help if needed. Worked with the local government to open a community center, submitting budgets and activity plans.

Nov 2018 — Nov 2019
Student Representation

Member of the Course Council

Universidade da Madeira

Representative of the students in the assembly of the faculty of exact sciences and engineering, representative of the students of the 3rd year of the 1st cycle of informatics engineering, and representative of the 1st cycle students in informatics engineering at the course council.

Nov 2015
Social Action

Volunteer

ADBRAVA

Collected food and essential supplies for people living with severe financial difficulties.

Sep 2010 — Aug 2011
Sports & Health

Student Athlete

EBS Padre Manuel Álvares

Trained and competed as a student athlete in athletics.

2003 — Jul 2009
Culture & Arts

Musician

Casa do Povo da Ribeira Brava

Played several instruments such as guitar, braguinha (ukulele), bandolim, bandola, bandola, and piano.

Get in Touch

Feel free to send an email or call to discuss new projects, technical cooperation proposals, or share feedback about my work.

Email alex.faria@me.com
Phone +351 926 944 435
LinkedIn linkedin.com/in/alexgfaria