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Thiago Fernandes

Critic · DISC type C
Head of IT at Itaú USA
📍 Miami, Florida, United States

Thiago Fernandes is the Head of Technology at Itaú USA, with over 15 years of expertise in capital markets and private banking. A Mechatronics Engineer by training, he leads a full-stack engineering team focused on architecture and governance. Colleagues describe him as a spectacular, transparent, and human leader.

Beyond his corporate career, Thiago has a background in academic research focused on advancing engineering education. He has co-authored publications on creating remote laboratories, or WebLabs, that allow students to control real-world equipment over the internet, blending his passions for technology and practical learning.

He co-developed a WebLab for remote engineering experiments, demonstrating a unique interest in accessible, hands-on education.

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Experience
12 Years
Current Role
Head of IT
Job Level
Mid-senior
Location
Miami, Florida, United States
Personality Overview

How Thiago shows up

ROI Driven
Precise
Objective Thinker

They enjoy working alone and do not rely on others very often. Unless the value is proven by data, they are unlikely to value fancy features. They prefer to do logical analysis and value evidence over emotions.

Priorities

Topics Thiago cares about

Global Tech Leadership
He leads a multidisciplinary full-stack team across the U. S. , Brazil, and Europe and is actively hiring talent for his Miami office.
Private Banking Tech
His current role is centered on technology strategy for Itaú's global Private Banking platform, serving clients who are investing abroad.
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Career

Work history

9-2023
Head of IT
Itaú USA
7-2021 - 8-2023
Sr. Software Engineering Manager
Itaú-Unibanco S.A
7-2021 - 8-2023
Sr. Software Engineering Manager
Itaú-Unibanco S.A
10-2018 - 7-2021
IT Coordinator (Software Engineering)
Itaú-Unibanco S.A
1-2012 - 2-2016
Business Technology Analyst - Treasury/ Front-Office Systems
Itau Unibanco
In the press

Media appearances

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Education
2020 - 2020
Executive Program
The University of Akron
2008 - 2012
Bachelor of Engineering (B.Eng.)
Centro Universitário do Instituto Mauá de Tecnologia
Social presence
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Behavioral profile

DISC profile (public)

C

Calculativeness (C)

Calculativeness (C) reflects the degree to which a person is likely to be cautious, systematic and analytical. Those scoring high tend to emphasise quality and accuracy.

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