Marcel Nota
Maputo,MPM
Summary
Experienced Software Engineer.|Machine Learning, Agile, and Software Architecture Expert. Versatile software engineer transitioning from network systems administration to software engineering, with over 10 years of infrastructure expertise. Proficient in machine learning, agile software development, and software architecture. Certified in Python, Java, C#, UML, and modern software engineering practices, I specialize in designing secure, scalable systems. Skilled in using Agile methodologies to deliver high-performance, AI-enhanced applications, while ensuring operational efficiency and resilience through strong software architecture, and robust coding practices.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Systems & Network Administrator
Movitel SA
Maputo, Mozambique
08.2012 - 02.2022
Movitel, S.A.| Mozambique. |2012–2022 Position: System Administrator
- Mobile Network Infrastructure Administration (3G/4G): BTS/NodeB integration, configuration, and commissioning of base stations (Huawei BTS3900, ZTE NodeB).
- Incident Management: Reduced MTTR (Mean Time to Repair) by diagnosing failures in PCI (Physical Cell Identity).
- Software Updates: Performed firmware upgrades on BSCs/RNCs to ensure 3GPP compliance, eliminating 90% of critical vulnerabilities.
- Performance Optimization: Capacity Expansion: Increased bandwidth in critical nodes by adding E1/T1 links, improving the Quality of Service (QoS).
- Automated Checklists: Implemented Bash/Shell scripts for RNC/BSC audits, reducing operational errors by 60% (Tools: Huawei U2000, ZTE NetNumen).
- Software License Management: Controlled and renewed software licenses for NodeBs and BSCs.
Optimized KPI report configurations for enhanced network monitoring.
- 4G+ Migration: Implemented Carrier Aggregation (CA) in cells, increasing average data speed.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Computer Applications Development
Saint Thomas University of Mozambique
Mozambique12-2025
Associate of Applied Science - Software Engineering
ALX (Maarten Van Middelaar)
Kenya02-2025
Skills
Hard Skills:
- 3G/4G Network AdministrationBTS/NodeB integration3GPP Compliance - MTTR Reduction and Incident Management QoS Optimization Bash/Shell Automation - Carrier Aggregation (4G) Huawei U2000/ZTE NetNumen KPI Reporting
- Agile methodologies (Scrum, Kanban)
- JavaScript Frameworks (Reactjs, Nextjs)
- Object-Oriented Programming (Java, C#, Python)
- Continuous Integration (CI/CD)
- Version Control (Git, GitHub)
- Software Modeling with UML
- Software Testing and Automation
- Machine Learning Frameworks (TensorFlow, Keras)
- RPA Tools (UiPath)
- SQL and Relational Databases: Querying and Data Manipulation
Soft skills:
- Emotional Intelligence (Emotional and Relationship Management)
- Problem Solving and Critical Thinking
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Conflict Resolution and Negotiation
Affiliations
- Contributions to Open-Source Projects
- Certifications in Emerging Technologies (Blockchain, AI, etc.)
- Development of Personal Projects or Side Projects
- Specialization Courses or Continuous Training
- Development of Automated Solutions (RPA, Scripts, etc.)
Accomplishments
Best Worker of Movitel S.A (2020)
Certification
- Master in Emotional Intelligence – Mindset Academy (2023)
- Organizational Alignment (2020)
- Robotic Process Automation (RPA) (2023)
- RPA in Action: Use Cases to Inspire (2023)
- Web Programming HTML CSS Javascript Git and GitHub (2023)
- Introduction to Web APIs (2024)
- Python Programming Language (2024)
- SQL (2023)
- Java Object Oriented Programming (2023)
- C# Object Oriented Programming (2024)
- C Programming Language (2023)
- Microsoft Power BI (2023)
- Continuous Integration Tools (2025)
- Agile Software Development (2024)
- Software Design Modeling with UML(2024)
- Machine Learning and AI Foundations Value Estimations(2024)
Languages
Portuguese
First Language
English
Intermediate (B1)
B1
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Systems & Network Administrator
Movitel SA
08.2012 - 02.2022
Bachelor of Science - Computer Applications Development
Saint Thomas University of Mozambique
Associate of Applied Science - Software Engineering
ALX (Maarten Van Middelaar)
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