João Vieira Pereira

João Vieira Pereira is a seasoned technology leader with extensive experience in software development and engineering management. Currently serving as the Director of Engineering at Sword Health since June 2021, João plays a pivotal role in advancing virtual musculoskeletal care. As the founder of WizardStork, established in March 2020, João provides consulting services for digital transformation. Previous roles include Chief Technology Officer at Newton Labs, where João managed technology strategy and development, and Head of Engineering at Barkyn, focusing on software and infrastructure growth. João's academic involvement as an Invited Assistant Lecturer at Faculdade de Engenharia da Universidade do Porto underscores a commitment to educating future professionals in software engineering. With a Master's Degree in Electrical, Electronics and Communications Engineering from Universidade do Porto, João has a solid foundation in technology and innovation.