Lopo Lencastre De Almeida
About Lopo Lencastre De Almeida
Lopo Lencastre De Almeida is a Scrum Master at Equus Software in Lisboa, Portugal, with extensive experience in Agile practices and remote work strategies. He has held various roles in the field, including leadership positions in organizations like ADP - Associação Drupal Portugal and Scrumday Portugal.
Work at Equus Software
Lopo Lencastre De Almeida has been employed at Equus Software as a Scrum Master since 2022. In this role, he is responsible for facilitating Agile practices within the organization, ensuring that the team adheres to Scrum principles. He operates from Lisboa, Portugal, contributing to the company's projects and initiatives by enhancing team collaboration and efficiency.
Previous Experience in Agile Roles
Before joining Equus Software, Lopo worked at BNP Paribas Securities Services as a Scrum Master for eight months in 2021-2022. He also served as a Project Manager and Product Owner at DRI from 2012 to 2013. Additionally, he was a member of the board at Scrumday Portugal from 2016 to 2018, where he contributed to the promotion of Agile methodologies in the region.
Education and Certifications
Lopo holds several certifications in Agile methodologies, including Certified Scrum Product Owner (CSPO), Certified Scrum Master (CSM), and Professional Scrum Master II (PSMII). He achieved the Scrum Foundation Professional Certificate in 2022 through Certiprof. His educational background includes studying project management and Agile practices at various institutions, including Scopphu and Agile Thinkers.
Advocacy for Remote Work
Lopo has been an advocate for remote work for over two decades. He promotes effective strategies for distributed teams, focusing on the use of Free Open Source solutions. His passion lies in helping teams reduce stress while improving their Agile practices, which aligns with his commitment to fostering a productive remote work environment.
Long-term Involvement in Technology and Agile Practices
Lopo's career spans multiple roles in technology and Agile practices. He worked at Care2x & Care3G Hospital Information Systems for 15 years, contributing to the development of healthcare information systems. His involvement in Agile methodologies began early in his career, and he continues to work with diverse product teams across the USA, Europe, and Asia to enhance their alignment with Agile principles.