Building systems.Growing communities.Driving impact.
Passionate professional with experience in software development and international business. I combine technical expertise with strong business insight to deliver impactful, scalable solutions. I am João Pedro Rodrigues Salgado.
I thrive in fast-paced environments, value collaboration, and continuously seek opportunities to innovate and grow, transforming challenges into measurable progress.
Sales Manager
Portuguese Market
Fast Learner
Scaling quickly
Full Stack Developer
FEATURED PROJECTS
Building impactful solutions with modern technologies
HyperSales
Owner, Developer & Salesman
2026 - Present
Built and own a full-stack enterprise sales platform engineered from scratch. A centralised system that unifies every commercial operation from supplier sourcing to client delivery. As sole architect and developer, I engineered an interconnected suite of modules spanning the entire business cycle, enabling real-time decision-making across sales, operations, risk, and compliance.
- End-to-end pipeline: Sales Opportunities, Orders, Client 360 Timeline, and geographic Map view
- Complete supplier network: Supplier management, performance scoring, and Inventory control
- Risk and compliance engine: Claims Intelligence, Document Compliance matrix, and Claims resolution
- AI-powered insights: built-in AI Assistant, real-time KPI Dashboard, and multi-role Account management
ICY ROLEPLAY
Top 1-4 NationalFounder & Solo Full Stack Developer
Mar 2019 - Sep 2025 (6+ years)
45,000+
REGISTERED PLAYERS
4,500+
DISCORD MEMBERS
~200
DAILY ACTIVE
Built one of Portugal’s premier GTA V Roleplay servers, engineering an intricate digital twin of Portuguese society. Beyond community leadership, I developed a comprehensive socio-economic ecosystem featuring functional banking systems, a dynamic job market, real estate, vehicles, and custom business infrastructures, delivering a high-fidelity simulation of real life.
- Full-stack development of all server systems
- Leadership of volunteer +40 staff team
- Community growth through active engagement and events
- Scalable infrastructure for sustained expansion
SPECIALIZED WORK & INSIGHTS
Areas of expertise and professional experience
Freelance work
Work posts
Education
Achievements
TIMELINE OF PROFESSIONAL GROWTH
A journey through projects, leadership roles, and continuous learning
International Sales Manager
Leading all commercial operations within the Portuguese market, scaling quickly while managing partnerships with top European meat suppliers.
- Drove 5x sales increase within the first three months
- Managing and expanding long-term client portfolio across Portugal
- Coordinating imports and logistics with European suppliers
- Negotiating contracts and pricing for optimal profitability
- Analyzing market trends and developing tailored growth strategies
Owner, Developer & Salesman
Built and own a full-stack enterprise sales platform engineered from scratch, unifying a comprehensive network of modules across the entire commercial cycle, from supplier sourcing and inventory to client delivery, claims resolution, and AI-driven analytics.
- Sales pipeline & client intelligence: Opportunities, Orders, Client 360 Timeline, and geographic Map
- Supplier & inventory management: Supplier network, performance scoring, and real-time stock control
- Risk & compliance: Claims Intelligence, Document Compliance matrix, automated Claims workflow
- AI Assistant, live KPI Dashboard, and multi-role Account management
Computer Engineering
Instituto Superior de Engenharia de Coimbra. Left in the final year to pursue entrepreneurial ventures.
- Effective Member of Course Committee 2023/2024
- Erasmus Exchange - Warsaw University of Technology, Poland
Back-end Developer
Developed secure, high-performance backend systems and custom scripts for a diverse customer base. Focused on delivering reliable, maintainable solutions with a professional emphasis on code security and optimized execution.
- Lua, JavaScript, TypeScript, and SQL development
- Focus on code security and performance
- Creating reliable, maintainable solutions
- Ensuring safe and efficient products for users
European Youth Parliament (EYP)
Active member encouraging youth interest in political affairs and democratic processes through parliamentary simulations.
- Member of the Fundraising Group 2023
- Selected Delegate - 4th International Forum (April 2021)
- Selected Delegate - 39th National Selection Conference (Feb 2021)
- Selected Delegate - Regional Selection Conference (Sept 2019)
Junior Developer
I helped develop custom, web solutions and payment systems, delivering scalable tools and optimized digital marketing platforms for a global client base. Received a recommendation letter:
- "João Pedro Rodrigues Salgado is a highly recommended back-end developer who effortlessly handled his responsibilities."
- "He is noted for his integrity, motivation, and strong soft skills, including teamwork and a consistent drive to improve his technical expertise."
Portugal Youth Parliament
The program develops high-level public speaking, critical thinking, and negotiation skills through the rigorous defense of policy proposals and the practice of democratic debate.
- Selected Delegate - Regional Selection Conference (Feb 2021)
- Selected Delegate - National Selection Conference (May 2021)
Computer Equipment Management Technician
Escola Básica e Secundária Quinta das Flores Achieved Level 4 Professional Qualification, which is recognized across Europe under the European Qualifications Framework.
- Final Grade: 18/20
- Internship Grade: 20/20
- Final Project Grade: 19/20 (ICY Roleplay)
ICY Roleplay
45,000+
Players
4,500+
Discord
200
Daily
Built a top national GTA V Roleplay server in Portugal that attracted 45,000+ registered players, maintained ~200 daily active players, and grew a 4,500-member Discord community.
- Full-Stack Development: Designed and implemented all technical systems
- Leadership & Team Management: Recruited and led volunteer staff team
- Community Management: Fostered thriving player community with events
- Scalability & Problem Solving: Ensured smooth operation and growth
ChocoHax Main Admin
Advanced anti-cheat solution for FiveM servers providing real-time protection against cheats and exploits.
- Global Ban System management
- Player Protection implementation
- Server management panel administration
- Customizable security settings
Freelance Graphic Designer
Starting with zero prior experience, I self-taught Photoshop and After Effects, successfully transitioning my creative passion into my first official entrepreneurial venture.
- Logos, Banners, Thumbnails
- Animations, Video Edits
- Artworks
