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TransformingCareers & Companies

Through Global Experience and Human Connection

17+ years of Technology Leadership expertise. Apple Software Engineering Manager (via Avenue Code). Harvard certified in Leadership Excellence in Leading Teams. Mentor to Brazilian professionals breaking into international markets. Consultant to companies wanting to apply the Simplicity Mindset.

Years Experience
17
Years at Apple
7
Professionals Mentored
100+
Meet Lucas

About Lucas

Engineering leader with global vision and human-centered approach

With over 17 years in technology and 7 years at Apple, Lucas Estevão combines deep technical expertise with strategic leadership. As a Software Engineering Manager at Apple via Avenue Code, he led teams building innovative products that reached millions of users globally.

His mission is to bridge the gap between Brazilian talent and international opportunities, while helping companies transform their digital culture through proven Silicon Valley practices.

Harvard Credential

Certificate of Leadership Excellence in Leading Teams

CeDiD: 26CW-8OQT-LHA9

Verify credential

Track record

Professional Highlights

  • Software Engineering Manager at Apple (via Avenue Code)

  • Led high-performance teams at Fortune 100 companies

  • International Speaker (60+ lectures)

  • Mentor to 100+ professionals

  • Creator of Silicon Valley Immersion Programs

  • Executive training at Harvard and Stanford

Services

Comprehensive support for your international career and digital transformation

Silicon Valley Immersion

Customizable experiences in the heart of tech innovation. Company visits, executive sessions, and curated networking with industry leaders.

  • Tech company visits (Apple, Google, Meta, Microsoft, Netflix)
  • Executive leadership sessions
  • Startup ecosystem exploration
  • Venture capital insights
  • Customized itineraries

Speaking Engagements

Inspiring talks on high-performance teams, Apple's culture, leadership in the AI age, and international career paths.

  • Apple culture and innovation
  • International leadership strategies
  • AI and the future of work
  • Building high-performance teams
  • Career transformation stories

Strategic Consulting

Transform your digital teams with proven Silicon Valley methodologies. Leadership enablement, team restructuring, and cultural transformation.

  • Digital team transformation
  • Leadership culture development
  • Agile and lean methodologies
  • Product delivery optimization
  • Performance management systems

Career Mentorship

Personalized guidance for Brazilian professionals seeking international opportunities. Resume optimization, interview preparation, LinkedIn strategy, and cultural adaptation.

  • Resume & LinkedIn optimization
  • Mock interviews and feedback
  • International job market insights
  • Cultural adaptation coaching
  • Salary negotiation strategies
Testimonials

What People Say

Trusted by professionals and companies across Brazil

"The immersion with Lucas was perfect. I'd venture to say it wouldn't have been as exceptional if it hadn't been him — it had to be him. The care, the attention to detail and the dedication to the experience created a deeply positive impact on the Lidere Program."
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Breno Perrucho
Founder, Programa Lidere — Grupo Primo
"What Lucas brought to us during our time in Silicon Valley really hit home. On the ride back — me, Reinaldo and Jaque — we looked at each other and understood exactly what we needed to do. It was uncomfortable. He moved us deeply."
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Elton Euler
Entrepreneur and Mentor, Aliança Divergente
"Hearing from Lucas — someone who has been living and breathing Silicon Valley for so long — was fantastic. Our group was deeply impacted by the message he delivered and we definitely came back with a lot of learning about culture, high performance, human behavior and the practical application of Artificial Intelligence."
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Alan Nicolas
Founder & CEO, Academia Lendária
"The immersion was extraordinary — one of the best experiences of my life. I came back with an expanded worldview and clarity about the next steps in my career; the impact goes far beyond the technical, it reflects in how I now see opportunities and my own potential."
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Nicolas Segatto
Engineer, Algar

Articles

Practical content about technology, leadership, and career.

Article cover: 3 Salary Negotiation Tips for Software Developers
9/1/2021

3 Salary Negotiation Tips for Software Developers

A practical playbook for software developers to negotiate offers with confidence — leverage, timing and the conversations that move the number.

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Article cover: How I Prevented a $3 Million Loss by Defining a Code Review Process
5/26/2021

How I Prevented a $3 Million Loss by Defining a Code Review Process

A real story about how a careful code review caught a critical bug before it shipped — and what it teaches about engineering discipline.

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Article cover: How I Pursued an International Career as a Software Developer
4/9/2021

How I Pursued an International Career as a Software Developer

What it really takes to build an international career as a software engineer — from positioning to the unspoken cultural shifts that matter most.

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Podcasts

Conversations about technology, leadership, and international careers.

Episode cover: DNE 368 — Mercado de Trabalho no Vale do Silício e Perspectivas para 2023
Dev na Estrada · Spotify

DNE 368 — Mercado de Trabalho no Vale do Silício e Perspectivas para 2023

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Episode cover: Desenvolvedor Front End na Apple em Sunnyvale, Estados Unidos — Carreira sem Fronteiras #124
Dev Sem Fronteiras · YouTube

Desenvolvedor Front End na Apple em Sunnyvale, Estados Unidos — Carreira sem Fronteiras #124

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Episode cover: Produtividade, Mercado de Trabalho, Entrevistas, Currículo e Ansiedade — Como se preparar para novas oportunidades? | Códigos de Carreira #09
Códigos de Carreira · Spotify

Produtividade, Mercado de Trabalho, Entrevistas, Currículo e Ansiedade — Como se preparar para novas oportunidades? | Códigos de Carreira #09

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Ready to Transform Your Career or Company?

Join hundreds of professionals who have successfully navigated their international journey

Questions? Email lucas@lucasestevao.com