Otavio Lemos
About Otavio Lemos
Otavio Lemos is a Senior Software Engineer III currently working at Varsity Tutors and an Associate Professor at Universidade Federal de São Paulo. With extensive experience in software engineering and academia, he has authored a digital book on software architecture and runs a popular YouTube channel on advanced software engineering.
Work at Nerdy
Otavio Lemos currently serves as a Senior Software Engineer III at Varsity Tutors, a subsidiary of Nerdy. He has been in this role since 2023, working remotely in the United States. His responsibilities include developing and maintaining software solutions that enhance the online tutoring experience.
Education and Expertise
Otavio Lemos has an extensive academic background in computer science and software engineering. He earned a Bachelor of Science in Computer Science from Universidade Federal de Mato Grosso do Sul. He then completed a Master of Science in Software Engineering and Software Testing at USP - Universidade de São Paulo, followed by a PhD in the same field. Additionally, he achieved a Postdoc at UC Irvine in 2017.
Background
Otavio Lemos has held various academic and professional positions throughout his career. He worked as an Assistant Professor at Universidade Federal de São Paulo from 2009 to 2017 and has been an Associate Professor there since 2017. His experience also includes roles as a Senior Software Engineer at Trio and as an IT Consultant at Grupo SOMA.
Achievements
Otavio Lemos has authored a digital book on software architecture, which has sold over 1,500 copies. He has received three Microsoft MVP awards for his contributions to the field of software engineering. Additionally, he runs a YouTube channel focused on advanced software engineering, boasting a community of over 30,000 subscribers.
Research and Projects
Otavio Lemos has engaged in empirical software engineering projects that incorporate machine learning and data analysis, utilizing R and Python (scikit-learn). He is also involved in developing an online tutoring platform using Go and Ruby stacks, showcasing his commitment to advancing educational technology.