FRANCO VIEIRA E SOUZA
Spring,TX
Summary
Accomplished Director of Software Engineering at HP Personal Systems, specializing in transformative AI and cloud computing initiatives that drive groundbreaking product developments. Proven ability to nurture cross-functional teams and lead innovative projects, resulting in significant enhancements to HP’s technological landscape. Demonstrates exceptional program management and technical leadership skills, contributing to the company’s ongoing growth and success.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Director of Software Engineering
HP Personal Systems
Houston, USA
01.2024 - Current
- Lead a team of 60+ software engineers across Brazil and the United States, collaborating with HP’s Advanced Compute Solutions (ACS) data science team
- Manage executive relationships with senior ACS leadership, ensuring strategic alignment with HP’s broader business goals
- Oversee the software development and delivery of three key products, driving high performance and business impact
- Own and manage a multi-million-dollar R&D budget, optimizing investments in talent, infrastructure, and technology
- Spearhead talent development initiatives, including annual performance evaluations and mentorship for managers and principal technologists
- Ensure the successful execution of strategic objectives, continuously enhancing HP’s software capabilities and technological advancements
Distinguished Technologist
HP Personal Systems
Houston, USA
05.2020 - Current
- Led a team of engineering researchers dedicated to innovative solutions for HP Workstations, introducing groundbreaking advancements:
- Remote GPU offloading for high-performance computing
- Cross-platform AI development and deployment solutions at the edge
- A Kubernetes-based hosting platform adaptable to both high-end workstations and compact devices
- Spearheaded the Orion platform, HP’s internal Kubernetes platform for Distributed Data Science Workloads, integrating:
- Jupyter Notebooks & VS Code workspaces for interactive AI development
- Custom Spark for Kubernetes, enhancing data processing efficiency
- BentoML integration for scalable AI model deployment
- MlFlow support for streamlined experiment tracking and model management
- HP AI Studio, derived from Orion’s success, was officially launched in August 2024, bringing high-end AI capabilities to HP workstations
- Led pioneering work in remote GPU offloading over IP, resulting in HP Boost, a new product co-developed with an American startup
- Managed a Brazilian research team focused on advanced AI solutions, including:
- Lifecycle operations for remote GPU processing
- Multi-modal detection of hate speech in images and text
- Automated assessments of workstation suitability for complex LLM workloads
- A distributed Python processing agent, leveraging a mesh of non-dedicated workstations for scalable computing
Lead Architect / Data Scientist
HP Personal Systems
Porto Alegre, Brazil
07.2017 - 04.2020
- Introduced AI capabilities to HP TechPulse (Device as a Service), improving predictive maintenance and customer analytics
- Led a team of 15+ data scientists and engineers, enhancing failure detection and reliability for HP devices
- Established HP’s first career development framework for data science, fostering structured growth paths for AI talent
- Accelerated HP’s AI and cloud innovation through patentable research and development
Lead Architect
HP Personal Systems
Porto Alegre, Brazil
07.2015 - 07.2017
- Developed AI-driven collaboration experiences for smart offices, including intelligent assistants and smart whiteboards
- Designed low-latency IoT architectures, enabling real-time automation within HP’s ecosystem
- Built partnerships with top universities and R&D centers, integrating cutting-edge AI research into HP products
Industry Transformation Leader & Practice Principal for Cloud Computing
HP Personal Systems
São Paulo, Brazil
09.2013 - 06.2015
- Led digital transformation strategies for Fortune 500 clients in banking, healthcare, and mining
- Designed technology roadmaps for cloud adoption, enhancing agility and scalability across industries
- Managed consulting teams delivering enterprise-wide cloud migration strategies
Enterprise Solutions Architect
Amazon Web Services (AWS)
São Paulo, Brazil
06.2012 - 09.2013
- Advised enterprises and startups on cloud adoption strategies, accelerating AWS growth in Latin America
- Delivered technical architecture solutions for large-scale AWS deployments, ensuring cost efficiency and high availability
- Trained customers and partners on AWS solutions, supporting enterprise cloud transformation across Latin America
Education
Bachelor’s Degree - Computer Science
Pontifical Catholic University of Rio Grande do Sul (PUCRS)
Project Management Specialist -
Fundação Getulio Vargas
Skills
- Technology Strategy
- AI & Machine Learning
- Edge Computing
- Cloud Computing
- Product Development
- Digital Transformation
- Program & Project Management
- Innovation Leadership
- Talent Development
- Cross-functional Collaboration
- Big data technologies
- Software development life cycle
- Microservices architecture
- Machine learning
- Software architecture
- Performance optimization
- Technical leadership
- Stakeholder management
- Scrum master
- Product management
Websites
Final Thoughts
As an executive technologist, I thrive at the intersection of business, technology, and innovation, leading teams to drive strategic transformation and pioneering cutting-edge solutions in AI, cloud computing, and data science. Passionate about fostering a culture of excellence and continuous learning to empower organizations in the digital era.
Certification
- Project Management Professional (PMP)
- ITIL Foundation Certification
Languages
- Portuguese, Native
- English, Full Professional
- Spanish, Advanced Speaking
Patents And Honors
- Patent 11,996,098: Missed Utterance Resolutions
- Patent 12,045,104: Processor Thermal Metrics
- 2005 Hewlett-Packard TSG’s MVP
Executive Summary
A results-driven technology executive with over two decades of leadership in software engineering, data science, and cloud computing. Recognized for driving large-scale innovation, building high-performance global teams, and aligning technology strategies with business goals. Proven track record in leading R&D initiatives, fostering cross-functional collaboration, and delivering AI and edge computing solutions that enhance business performance. Passionate about leveraging data-driven insights to create cutting-edge technology solutions and operational efficiencies., Technology Strategy, AI & Machine Learning, Edge Computing, Cloud Computing, Product Development, Digital Transformation, Program & Project Management, Innovation Leadership, Talent Development, Cross-functional Collaboration
Languages
Portuguese
Native/ Bilingual
English
Full Professional
Spanish
Professional
Accomplishments
- Patent 11,996,098: Missed Utterance Resolutions
- Patent 12,045,104: Processor Thermal Metrics
- 2005 Hewlett-Packard TSG’s MVP
Timeline
Director of Software Engineering
HP Personal Systems
01.2024 - Current
Distinguished Technologist
HP Personal Systems
05.2020 - Current
Lead Architect / Data Scientist
HP Personal Systems
07.2017 - 04.2020
Lead Architect
HP Personal Systems
07.2015 - 07.2017
Industry Transformation Leader & Practice Principal for Cloud Computing
HP Personal Systems
09.2013 - 06.2015
Enterprise Solutions Architect
Amazon Web Services (AWS)
06.2012 - 09.2013
Bachelor’s Degree - Computer Science
Pontifical Catholic University of Rio Grande do Sul (PUCRS)
Project Management Specialist -
Fundação Getulio Vargas
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