Alberto Almeida is the Chief Technology Officer at dLocal, a company specializing in payment solutions for emerging markets. With a career spanning roles from software engineer to head of software development, and now CTO, Almeida has been instrumental in expanding dLocal's technological capabilities. His leadership and technical expertise have significantly contributed to the company's growth and success in the fintech industry.
Who is the CTO of dLocal?
With a robust background in software engineering and development, Alberto Almeida has carved a notable path in the fintech industry. Before his current role as Chief Technology Officer at dLocal, he gained valuable experience at Zalando SE in Germany, where he served as Engineering Manager. His journey with dLocal began in 2016, where he initially worked as a software engineer, later advancing to head of software development. Almeida's technical acumen and leadership have been pivotal in scaling dLocal's payment platform, driving technological innovations, and supporting the company's expansion into emerging markets.
Work History
- dLocal - CTO (August 2022 to Present)
- dLocal - SVP Of Engineering (June 2022 to August 2022)
- Zalando SE - Engineering Manager (December 2019 to May 2022)
- dLocal - CTO (April 2018 to September 2019)
- dLocal - Head Of Software Development (September 2017 to March 2018)
- dLocal - Software IT Architect (December 2016 to March 2018)
- Despegar.com - Software Engineering Lead (March 2013 to December 2016)
- Despegar.com - Sr Software Engineer (October 2011 to December 2016)
- Sistemas Informaticos SRL - Software Engineer (December 2009 to October 2011)
- ISA Ltda - Jr Software Engineer (January 2009 to December 2009)
Education History
Alberto Almeida's educational journey began at the Universidad de la República, where he pursued a degree in Ingeniería en Computación. From January 2006 to January 2011, he dedicated himself to mastering the field of computer engineering. This rigorous academic training laid a solid foundation for his future career in software engineering and development, equipping him with the technical skills and knowledge that would later prove invaluable in his professional endeavors.
When did Alberto Almeida join dLocal?
Alberto Almeida initially joined dLocal in December 2016 as a Software IT Architect. Over the years, he advanced through various roles, including Head of Software Development and Chief Technology Officer (CTO). After a brief stint at Zalando SE from December 2019 to May 2022, he rejoined dLocal in June 2022 as the Senior Vice President of Engineering. Shortly thereafter, on August 1, 2022, he was appointed as the CTO once again. In total, Almeida has been with dLocal for over five years, contributing significantly to the company's technological advancements and growth in the fintech sector.