André Endres
About André Endres
André Endres is a Lead Product Manager at Thoughtworks in São Paulo, Brazil, with a strong background in agile methodologies and extensive experience in managing multicultural teams. He has held various roles in the technology sector, including positions as a Business Analyst and Scrum Master, and holds a Master's degree in Business Administration.
Work at ThoughtWorks
André Endres serves as the Lead Product Manager at ThoughtWorks, a position he has held since 2020. In this role, he engages in the entire product lifecycle, overseeing processes from discovery to go-live strategies. His responsibilities include managing remote teams and ensuring effective collaboration among multicultural squads. André's expertise in agile methodologies, particularly Scrum and Kanban, supports his leadership in software development and project management.
Previous Experience in Product Management and Consulting
Prior to his current role, André held several positions that contributed to his extensive experience in product management and consulting. He worked as a Scrum Master at Keep Simple IT Solutions for one year and as a Business Analyst at Wirecard Brasil for six months. Additionally, he served as an Integration Consultant at BRX Retail and as a Functional and Requirements Consultant at ENGdB, where he specialized in utilities. His diverse background includes roles at Sonda Utilities as a Product Owner and at Câmara de Comercialização de Energia Elétrica as a Systems Analyst.
Education and Expertise
André Endres has a solid educational background in technology and business management. He studied Computer Science at CEETEPS - Centro Paula Souza, achieving a Technician degree. He later earned a Bachelor's degree in Information Systems from USP - Universidade de São Paulo. Additionally, he completed a Master of Business Administration (MBA) in Corporate Management at FIA Business School. His education complements his expertise in various technical tools and languages, including Java, GIT, and Docker, as well as databases like Oracle and MongoDB.
Skills in Agile Methodologies and Project Management
André specializes in agile methodologies, particularly Scrum and Kanban, which he applies to software development and project management. He utilizes project management tools such as Jira, Microsoft Project, and Azure DevOps to streamline processes. His experience includes leading remote teams and managing projects across different business areas, including utilities and telecom. He emphasizes user experience (UX) through graphical user interface design and usability evaluation.
Background in Technology and Business
André's career spans over a decade, with a focus on technology and business solutions. He began his professional journey as an intern at Accenture Brasil and has since held various roles that enhance his understanding of business operations. His experience includes working with billing, collection, and accounting solutions, which has equipped him with a comprehensive view of the industry. He has effectively managed multicultural and distributed teams, showcasing his ability to adapt to different work environments.