The Path to Senior Engineering Leadership

What does it take to reach senior leadership in tech? Whether aiming for the IC path to Distinguished Engineer or leading teams as a CTO, this track is for you. We'll explore the skills and strategies needed to thrive, no matter the direction you choose. We'll cover everything from leaping IC and management — and even back again — to building a career that can withstand the ups and downs. Expect truthful talks and real-world insights from those who've been there.


Track Host

Leandro Guimarães

Senior Engineering Manager @ClassPass, former Chair of QCon in Brazil

Leandro is a Senior Engineering Manager at ClassPass and has been working in software development for over 24 years, accumulating experience in leading and managing high-performance teams. He was part of the QCon São Paulo committee for 6 years, serving as the chair of QCon in Brazil in its last 3 editions.

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