Marcelo Lebre

Marcelo Lebre is the Chief Technology Officer (CTO) and President of Remote, a company specializing in global employment solutions. He co-founded Remote in 2019 and has been pivotal in shaping its technical strategy and operations. Marcelo's leadership has helped the company grow into a significant player in the HR tech industry, particularly as businesses increasingly adapt to remote work environments.

Background and Career

Professional Experience::

• Remote:
  • CTO (January 2019 - Present)
  • President (July 2023 - Present)
  • COO and Co-founder (August 2021 - July 2023)
• Unbabel: VP of Engineering (2017 - 2019)
• Faber Ventures: CTO (2015 - 2016)
• witliving: Software Engineer and CTO (2014 - 2015)
• Inova Software: Quality Assurance Engineer and Team Leader (2013 - 2014)
• Novabase: Quality Assurance Consultant (2012 - 2013)
• Instituto de Telecomunicações: Software Developer/Researcher (2009 - 2012)

Education:: Marcelo holds a Master of Science (MSc) in Computer and Telematics Engineering from the Universidade de Aveiro, which he attended from January 2004 to January 2010. This educational background provided him with a robust foundation in computer science and telecommunications, essential for his career in technology.12

Contributions to Remote

Under Marcelo's guidance, Remote has developed a comprehensive platform that simplifies global payroll, compliance, and human resources for distributed teams. His experience in software development and management has been crucial in navigating the complexities of remote work solutions, especially during the pandemic when many companies shifted to remote operations.13

Marcelo's vision for Remote emphasizes building a decentralized work environment without physical offices, reflecting his commitment to remote work principles. The company has grown significantly, employing over 1,100 people globally while maintaining its fully remote structure.34

In addition to his technical role, Marcelo is also recognized for his insights into the future of work and the challenges associated with managing a distributed workforce. He often speaks on these topics at industry events and through various media outlets.56