Julio Protzek

Julio Protzek is an experienced engineering manager and technology leader with a diverse background in software development and digital product delivery. Currently serving as Engineering Manager and Staff Engineer at Smile.io since August 2021, Julio previously held the role of Head of Tech and Associate Partner at Flama, where a balanced approach between management and development was employed. As a co-founder and Head of Tech at Startaê, Julio focused on coding and management, primarily for B2B digital experiences. Prior roles include Full Stack Engineer at Surgeworks, where Julio specialized in Ruby on Rails applications, Software Developer at Beehive, and teaching positions at Studio Online and Uzina. Julio's career spans various technical roles, showcasing a strong foundation in both development and educational initiatives since starting as a Web Designer at Kamará in 2001.