Tainá Bugs

Experience

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  Gerdau Special Steel

  Jan 2011 - Dec 2011

  Research & Development Intern

  Worked in the R&D department, helping develop new alloy steel solutions to meet evolving customer needs. Supported technical analysis across production stages, focusing on material performance and process viability.

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  Gerdau SA

  Jan 2012 - Dec 2012

  Financial Planning & Analysis Intern

  Supported financial operations through forecasting, working capital analysis, and cash-flow optimization. Helped the team deliver clear, data-driven insights that contributed to strategic decision-making.

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  Schlumberger Oilfield Services

  Jan 2013 - Dec 2015

  Completions Field Engineer

  Worked on the preparation and supervision of well completions, focusing on sand control methods, reservoir monitoring systems, and downhole valve technologies. I was involved in both onshore and offshore operations, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams under high-pressure environments.This role sharpened my problem-solving skills, technical adaptability, and systems thinking — all of which now support my ability to design and deliver complex blockchain solutions.

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  Intitech

  Jan 2022 - Jan 2024

  Financial & Project Strategy

  At Intitech, a renewable energy company focused on solar power, I was responsible for managing financial operations and supporting the strategic execution of solar panel projects. With a dual role bridging business and engineering, I worked on budgeting, investment planning, and operational cost optimization, while also providing technical input as a civil engineer when required.This experience gave me a strong foundation in sustainability, operations, and cross-functional project management — all of which inform my current work designing blockchain solutions that serve real-world needs. Show less

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  Edda Labs

  Jan 2022 - now

  Blockchain Product Designer & DApp Developer · Founding Partner

  At Edda Labs, I lead product design and contribute to strategic direction, translating complex operational challenges into decentralized solutions that are accessible, efficient, and aligned with real-world business needs. My focus is on creating user-centered experiences and ensuring that blockchain technology serves both function and purpose.We work across technologies like Next.js and TypeScript and we build on Cardano and Midnight, prioritizing robustness, data privacy, and compliance at the core of every solution.🔹 Highlights: · Delivered a flagship Marlowe project showcasing smart contract capabilities · Awarded 1st or 2nd place in multiple Midnight hackathons · Building dev tools in collaboration with Mesh.js to support Midnight onboarding · Participated as delegates and signed the Cardano Constitution at the 2024 Buenos Aires Convention · Supporting sustainable initiatives by leveraging blockchain for real-world impact Show less