Summary
Lucas R is a backend-focused software engineer with a decade of experience building and optimizing large-scale systems, currently contributing to VTEX after recent full-stack work at BITKA Analytics. His background spans applied research in computer vision and computational acceleration, plus early research on gene regulatory networks and GPU dataflow mapping, reflecting a strong blend of systems thinking and algorithmic curiosity. He pairs practical production experience with academic exposure from Universidade Federal de Viçosa and study abroad in Modena and Lisbon, bringing both rigorous CS fundamentals and cross-cultural collaboration. Based in Minas Gerais, Brazil, Lucas is comfortable moving between backend services, full-stack features, and research prototypes, often surfacing efficient, research-informed solutions in product contexts.
10 years of coding experience
4 years of employment as a software developer
Bachelor's degree Computer Science, Bachelor's degree Computer Science at Universidade Federal de Viçosa
Bachelor's degree Health and Physical Education/Fitness, Bachelor's degree Health and Physical Education/Fitness at University of Lisbon
Computer Science, Computer Science at Università degli Studi di Modena e Reggio Emilia
English, Chinese, Italian