The Engineer Who Sued His Government at 17 Now Builds AI for Silicon Valley
Lucas Schiavini, an engineer based in São Paulo, Brazil, is currently engaged in developing AI-powered software for US technology companies. His projects include trading platforms that serve over two million users. Schiavini's career, marked by…
Lucas Schiavini, an engineer based in São Paulo, Brazil, is currently engaged in developing AI-powered software for US technology companies. His projects include trading platforms that serve over two million users. Schiavini's career, marked by innovation and a non-traditional approach, began with his legal victory at seventeen, which allowed him to enroll in a top engineering school in Brazil.
Professional Journey and Technical Expertise
Schiavini's early experience includes participation in robotics competitions during his studies in Control and Automation Engineering at the University of Brasília. He contributed to building autonomous systems and acquired practical engineering skills. Additionally, he worked on developing health technology for the Brazilian government, focusing on web portals and mobile applications for the healthcare sector.
In 2019, Schiavini co-founded AllFarmZ, an agtech startup aimed at enabling small farmers to leverage collective bargaining to reduce supply costs. The startup won first place at the TrepCamp global entrepreneurship competition, securing $10,000 in seed funding.
Publications and Educational Contributions
Schiavini authored Robótica Educativa em 365 Dias , a book designed to teach children robotics using Arduino-based projects. This publication includes lessons on sensors, programming, and practical building exercises.
Lucas Schiavini, an engineer based in São Paulo, Brazil, is currently engaged in developing AI-powered software for US technology companies.
After completing his studies, Schiavini joined Nelogica, a leading financial technology firm in Brazil. He worked on mobile trading applications, focusing on implementing Kotlin Multiplatform technology to streamline code sharing across Android and iOS platforms.
In 2025, Schiavini attended the Real World Risk Institute led by Nassim Nicholas Taleb, where he studied decision-making under uncertainty. Currently, he operates VIVICTUS, a consultancy specializing in AI-powered applications, and collaborates with US-based startups to deliver production-ready software solutions.
Schiavini is actively developing Vedeggio , a personal finance app designed for user simplicity and effectiveness. He will present at WebSummit Rio in 2026, as he continues to focus on building resilient systems and impactful AI solutions.
Based on reporting by TechBullion.
