Fred Sarmento

Founder

Lisbon, Lisbon, Portugal14 yrs 7 mos experience

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Key Highlights

Founded Twistag, a leading software development agency.
Recognized in Deloitte's Technology Fast 500 EMEA.
Expertise in AI-driven solutions and scalable e-commerce.

Stackforce AI infers this person is a SaaS and E-commerce expert with a strong focus on AI integration.

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Skills

Core Skills

Software DevelopmentArtificial Intelligence (ai)EcommerceProduct DevelopmentUser Interface Design

Other Skills

Software as a Service (SaaS)Interaction DesignOnline MarketplaceProduct ManagementNo-Code DevelopmentPerformance EngineeringContent Management Systems (CMS)DevOpsProduct MarketingE-Commerce

About

At Twistag, we design and build digital products that scale — partnering with companies like Nike, Autodesk, Kencko, and Defined.ai to deliver custom software, AI solutions, and automation systems. We've earned consecutive spots on Deloitte's Technology Fast 500 EMEA (2023 & 2024), recognizing us among Europe's fastest-growing tech companies. I founded Twistag 10 years ago after working across software development, marketing, and product design at agencies serving brands like Samsung, Roche, and Wikimedia. That experience taught me what great product development looks like, and what's often missing. Today, Twistag combines deep engineering talent with design-led thinking to deliver end-to-end product development for founders and enterprise teams alike. We're a full-service agency based in Portugal, working globally. → DM me if you're looking for a partner to plan, design, and ship your next digital product, AI solution, or business proccess automations.

Experience

14 yrs 7 mos

Total Experience

3 yrs 2 mos

Average Tenure

10 yrs 2 mos

Current Experience

Kencko

CTO

Oct 2017 – Mar 2019 · 1 yr 5 mos · New York City Metropolitan Area

#3 employee, collaborating with product and design teams to establish the foundational elements of a subscription-based e-commerce platform. Spearheaded the development of logistics and operations back-office systems, enabling warehouse teams to efficiently manage product shipments. Played a pivotal role in the go-to-market strategy for the Portuguese and the USA markets.

User Interface DesignSoftware DevelopmentEcommerceProduct DevelopmentDevOpsProduct Management

Twistag

Founder & CEO

Feb 2016 – Present · 10 yrs 2 mos · Lisboa, Lisbon, Portugal · On-site

Twistag is an award-winning software development agency founded in Portugal in 2016. Recognized as one of the fastest-growing companies in Deloitte's Technology Fast 500 EMEA for two consecutive years (2023 and 2024), we were named the #1 Custom Software Development Company in Portugal at the 2024 TechBeMonths Awards. Additionally, we proudly rank among Clutch’s Top 3 Software Developers in Portugal, highlighting our commitment to quality and innovation.
At Twistag, we specialize in creating innovative digital products and leveraging AI-driven solutions to transform businesses of all sizes, from fast-growing startups to global enterprises.
Our expertise spans strategy, design, and technology, with a strong focus on AI integration, scalable e-commerce platforms, and comprehensive custom software product development. By blending cutting-edge technology with a user-centric approach, we deliver tailored digital experiences that drive growth and efficiency.
We are proud to partner with industry-leading clients such as Nike, Glovo, Autodesk, Defined.AI, Volkswagen, Bangkok Bank, Kencko, and Datatalks, helping them achieve measurable results through innovation and technology.

Software DevelopmentArtificial Intelligence (AI)E-CommerceSoftware as a Service (SaaS)User Interface DesignInteraction Design+5

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2 roles

UI & Frontend Developer - Samsung (R&D)

Aug 2015 – Mar 2016 · 7 mos · Mountain View, California, United States

Part of the team that built the first prototypes for Samsung Smart TV apps, creating MVPs that were adopted in Samsung Smart TVs shipped worldwide.

User Interface DesignSoftware Development

UI & Frontend Developer - Roche Pharmaceuticals (R&D)

Sep 2014 – Aug 2015 · 11 mos · Mountain View, California, United States

Worked with Roche R&D teams to develop proprietary MRI scanning interfaces, enhancing diagnostic capabilities for hospitals globally. Helped build tools that advanced medical imaging precision and streamlined clinical workflows.

User Interface DesignSoftware Development