Leandro Vicente Silva (Levi) ✊🏿🏳️🌈
About Leandro Vicente Silva (Levi) ✊🏿🏳️🌈
Leandro Vicente Silva, also known as Levi, is a Technical Product Manager at Thoughtworks in Belo Horizonte, Brazil, with a background in Information Systems. He has held various roles in education and technology, including web development and tutoring, and has contributed to significant projects such as the Sonic Drive-In app.
Work at ThoughtWorks
Leandro Vicente Silva has been employed at ThoughtWorks since 2020, serving as a Technical Product Manager in Belo Horizonte, Minas Gerais, Brazil. In this role, he has conducted technical assessments and benchmarking alongside development team leadership for a confidential client. He has also led user interviews and user research to enhance the impact of an environmental product starting in August 2023. Prior to his current position, he worked as a Consultant Developer at ThoughtWorks from 2017 to 2020, where he introduced product metrics and influenced clients to adopt an experimentation culture.
Education and Expertise
Leandro studied Information Systems at Purdue University from 2014 to 2015, where he participated in an exchange program. He also holds a Bachelor's degree in Information Systems from Instituto Federal Fluminense, which he completed from 2013 to 2019. Additionally, he obtained a certificate in Product Management from Escola PM3 in 2022. His educational background provides a strong foundation for his expertise in product management and technical development.
Background
Leandro's professional journey began at Instituto Federal Fluminense, where he worked as a Programming Teaching Assistant and later as a Computer Technician Intern from 2013 to 2017. He also gained experience as a Web Development Intern at various organizations, including the City of Campos dos Goytacazes and Web Development Intern in 2015. His early roles contributed to his technical skills and understanding of web development and programming.
Achievements
Leandro has made significant contributions to various projects throughout his career. Notably, he managed the efficiency and reliability of over 30 APIs and services for Sonic Drive-In, where he implemented a tipping feature that has collected over 12 million USD in tips since its launch. He has also led the establishment of a client within ThoughtWorks Brazil's portfolio by collaborating with stakeholders across multiple time zones, showcasing his ability to manage complex projects effectively.
Previous Roles and Experience
Before his tenure at ThoughtWorks, Leandro worked as an English tutor at Inglês Winner from 2016 to 2017. He also served as an Undergraduate Research Assistant at Instituto Federal Fluminense from 2015 to 2017. His diverse roles have equipped him with a broad skill set, enhancing his capabilities in both technical and educational environments.