Jóni Santos Email & Phone Number

Coimbra, Pt

Coimbra, Coimbra, Portugal

As the leader of an AI development team, I oversee the creation of a platform that manages AI agents and workflows, designed to solve real-world problems with efficiency and precision. My primary focus is guiding the team to develop intelligent, app-based solutions that streamline operations across various industries.In this role, I ensure that our AI agents are innovative and effective in driving measurable outcomes for users. My leadership extends beyond technical oversight; I foster collaboration, encourage creativity, and ensure the team stays aligned with technical goals and real-world needs.Key responsibilities include:- Leading a multidisciplinary team of AI developers and engineers.- Managing the design and development of AI agents that address real-world challenges.- Overseeing the creation of workflows that optimize efficiency and streamline operations.- Ensuring the platform delivers scalable, user-friendly solutions that provide lasting value.

Coimbra, Portugal

Aveiro, Portugal

Platform Developer | SFR Diffusion Multicanal (DMC) APIAs a member of the team responsible for maintaining and expanding SFR’s Diffusion Multicanal (DMC) platform, I worked extensively on a legacy system built primarily in C, with over 15 years of code history. This platform enables remote multimedia broadcasts through a web-based API, accessible via both SOAP and REST, automating key processes for clients.Key Responsibilities & Achievements:- Legacy Code Maintenance: Maintained and managed the 15-year-old C-based codebase, ensuring system stability while troubleshooting and resolving bugs as they arose.- Feature Development: Worked with the team to develop new features, such as Conversational SMS, which enhanced the platform’s capabilities while keeping the existing infrastructure intact.- Production Installations: Assisted in deploying updates and new features to the production environment, ensuring smooth integration and minimal service disruption.- API Management: Worked on the API’s SOAP and REST services to ensure smooth multimedia broadcast automation, adapting the platform to client demands without overhauling the existing infrastructure.

Vila Pouca De Aguiar, Vila Real, Portugal

As the system administrator and platform developer, I managed the company’s server infrastructure and IT systems, ensuring smooth operation for approximately 25 employees. My role encompassed a broad range of responsibilities, from server maintenance to software development, all aimed at optimizing workflows and improving operational efficiency.Key Responsibilities & Achievements:- Server & IT Management: Managed the company’s servers and computers, ensuring secure, reliable operation for all staff. Developed and implemented comprehensive backup systems and procedures to safeguard data.- Custom Platform Development: Led the development of a custom web-based platform that equipped production users with key tools, including paper production order search, CNC tool logs (cost and stock management), work planning, and 3D machine models. This platform, built using HTML, CSS, and JavaScript, enhanced daily operational efficiency.- Production Time Tracking System: Upgraded the existing application for tracking production time in the shop floor area using HTML, JavaScript, and PHP (CodeIgniter framework), improving accuracy and reporting for time management.- IoT Machine Integration: Managed the outsourcing and implementation of a platform that integrated sensors from company-built machines. This system used AWS to collect MQTT messages and store sensor data in a database, allowing real-time monitoring and historical analysis of machine performance.- HMI and PLC Development: Developed and enhanced Human-Machine Interface (HMI) applications using Fuji Electric's MONITOUCH and AUTEC remotes. Programmed PLC (Fatek) systems to control machines and retrieve sensor data, improving machine control and automation.- Automation through Google Apps Scripts: Created automated Google Spreadsheets to address various organizational challenges, such as material ordering, non-compliance reports, maintenance tracking, automating tasks, and streamlining operations.

Guimarães, Braga, Portugal

This paper, titled "Application of the Two-Stage One-Dimensional Cutting Stock Problem in the Steel Industry," explores a specific optimization problem within the steel industry: the two-stage one-dimensional cutting stock problem (CSP). The authors—J. L. Santos, J. Santos, M. J. Ferreira, N. Alves, and M. Guevara—present a method to improve material usage by minimizing waste when cutting steel into required lengths. The research focuses on industrial applications and practical implementation in steel production, where efficient cutting plans are crucial to reducing material waste and costs. The paper was presented at the 2018 IEEE 27th International Symposium on Industrial Electronics (ISIE) and highlights the benefits of applying mathematical optimization models in manufacturing.The study's results are valuable for industries looking to enhance operational efficiency by improving cutting procedures in production environments.

Vila Real, Portugal

Database Migration, Web Development & Game Design | Custom Solutions for ClientsIn this role, I was responsible for a range of development tasks that focused on upgrading systems, creating custom e-commerce platforms, and developing innovative software solutions.Key Responsibilities & Achievements:- Database Migration & Restructuring: Led the migration and restructuring of databases to more modern, scalable systems, enhancing performance and preparing for future growth.- Custom E-Commerce Development: Developed and customized several virtual stores using Magento and PrestaShop, tailoring them to meet specific client needs. This involved modifying the core of the stores and creating new functionalities to improve user experience and business operations. Example: www.infotatil.pt.- Game Development with Leap Motion: Designed and developed games in Python utilizing the Leap Motion sensor for movement input, demonstrating a creative application of emerging technology in interactive software development.- Responsive Web Development: Built responsive web pages using HTML and JavaScript, ensuring a seamless user experience across different devices and platforms.

Coimbra, Portugal

PhD Researcher | Intelligent Transport Systems, Urban Mobility & Data Mining (InfoCrowds Project)As part of the InfoCrowds research project, my PhD research focused on advancing intelligent transport systems and urban mobility through the application of data mining techniques. The goal of the project was to analyze and optimize crowd movement and traffic flow in urban environments.Key Research Focus Areas:- Intelligent Transport Systems (ITS): Explored cutting-edge solutions for improving the efficiency and safety of transportation networks in urban areas, using advanced algorithms and real-time data analysis.- Urban Mobility Optimization: Investigated strategies to enhance the movement of people and vehicles in cities, with a focus on reducing congestion and improving public transportation systems.- Data Mining: Applied data mining techniques to large datasets related to urban mobility patterns, uncovering insights that contributed to more effective transportation planning and decision-making.

Master'S Degree, Computer Science, 15

Activities and Societies: Interuniversity Programming Tournament

Postgraduate Degree, Transportation Systems

PhD in Transportation Systems (MIT-PT program) (Lectures completed, thesis not delivered/defended) Business Models and Contracts (17).

Bachelor'S Degree, Computer Engineering, 13.138

Activities and Societies: Extra Curricular Activity: Inter-university Programming Tournament Study and Development of Games, Business.