Pedro Araújo
About Pedro Araújo
Pedro Araújo is an Engineering Manager currently working at Issuu in Braga, Portugal. He has a diverse background in technology and management, having co-founded multiple startups and held various engineering roles over the years.
Current Role at Issuu
Pedro Araújo serves as an Engineering Manager at Issuu, a position he has held since 2021. In this role, he is responsible for overseeing engineering projects and managing teams in Braga, Portugal. His experience in various technical and leadership roles contributes to his effectiveness in this position.
Previous Experience at Attentive.us
Prior to his current role, Pedro co-founded Attentive.us and served as the Chief Technology Officer from 2015 to 2020. During his tenure, he played a key role in expanding the company's customer base to four continents and successfully raised $1.5 million in funding from top-tier investors. His leadership helped establish Attentive as a notable player in its field.
Educational Background
Pedro Araújo has a strong educational foundation in computer science. He studied at Universidade do Minho, where he earned a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science from 2003 to 2008 and a Master's degree in Informatics from 2008 to 2010. His studies included topics such as Parallel and Distributed Computing and Formal Methods in Software Engineering. Additionally, he attended Academia Militar, achieving a leadership qualification in 2008.
Career Progression and Roles
Throughout his career, Pedro has held various positions that have contributed to his diverse skill set. He worked as a Senior Python/Django Developer at Network Locum in London from 2013 to 2015 and as a Developer/Analyst at WeDo Technologies from 2011 to 2013. He also gained experience as a Junior Programmer at Eurotux, SA from 2009 to 2011. His roles have encompassed technical development, team leadership, and financial management.
Participation in Techstars Boulder
In 2017, Pedro participated in the Techstars Boulder accelerator program with his startup, Attentive. This experience provided him with valuable insights into startup growth and development, further enhancing his entrepreneurial skills and network within the tech industry.