Marco Santos is a Director of Engineering at Toptal. He possess expertise in scalability, databases, content management, project management, internationalization and 43 more skills. Colleagues describe him as "I’m honored to recommend Marco, a truly inspiring Director of Engineering with whom I had the pleasure of working at Toptal. Marco is a remarkable leader who consistently sets an example of excellence and integrity. He taught me the right way to approach challenges, coaching and mentoring me with patience and insight, and helping me grow both personally and professionally. Marco has an exceptional ability to elevate those around him, fostering a positive, high-performing culture that is both empowering and motivating. His passion for leadership is evident in every aspect of his work, as he cultivates a collaborative environment where everyone strives to achieve their best. Marco is the kind of leader who builds a team culture that people don’t want to leave—a rare quality that speaks to his character and commitment. I highly recommend Marco for any role where strong, transformative leadership is valued. He is an asset to any organization and a manager who truly makes a difference." and "Marco is an exceptional leader who inspires growth and success within the entire organization. It has been a true honor to work closely with him as the director of engineering for the internship program we built from scratch. He demonstrated fearless and creative leadership, setting a clear vision for the entire program. Marco enabled each individual working with him to contribute and become an equal partner in leading the program. I always felt like an equal peer, not a subordinate, and despite not being my direct manager on paper, he became one due to his deep care for his work and the people he works with. This is how leadership differs from management. Marco promotes autonomy among his teams. 
The internship program we worked on was fully aligned with the company’s strategy, requiring a high level of flexibility and versatility from the team. Marco successfully assembled a team of professionals perfectly suited for the task, and through individual development plans, each of us significantly grew as professionals. If you are seeking a supportive and visionary leader with strategic thinking and a product mindset, Marco is the ideal choice for your team and organization."