Live online certified Master in Tech Leadership

Tech leadership

Leading tech teams is a complex challenge that creates a lot of uncertainty. It’s easy to feel overwhelmed, and most of us step into these roles without the proper training.

Whether you’re new to the role and need to navigate this path with confidence, or you’re already leading teams and want to strengthen your leadership skills, Ignite provides a proven and successful method to help you achieve it.

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Ignite is the leading master’s program for formal leadership in technology

The day-to-day life of a technical team leader is full of challenges, often creating tension and uncertainty.

New responsibilities like people management, conflict resolution, effective communication, and mentoring are —or soon will be— part of your daily routine in this new leadership role.

The sad reality is that we usually learn through trial and error, without a proven method, without proper guidance, and without a global understanding of what’s needed to perform our role with confidence and effectiveness.

To help you excel as a tech leader, we created Ignite, the leading certified master’s program in English, where you can learn everything you need to become a standout leader in just 14 weeks.

What’s included in IGNITE?

14 live training sessions, 2 hours each, held weekly

Each session is a mix of exercises, mentoring, group discussion, and real-case implementation. Sessions feature top industry mentors.

Access to 5 Mastermind Sessions with special guests

Five 2-hour sessions led by the participants, where you can ask questions, share your challenges, or help your peers solve theirs.

One year of unlimited access to the learning platform

You’ll have access to all session materials, including 45+ hours of pre-recorded content and additional resources to deepen your understanding after each session.

Master’s completion certificate

To earn it, you must attend at least 70% of the sessions and pass the final test.

Lifetime access to the Igniters community

You’ll get access to IGNITE’s private WhatsApp group, where you can connect with alumni (from TLs to CTOs), share challenges, exchange resources, and be part of a strong community of leaders in tech.

1 personalized mentoring session

You’ll have a private 1-hour session with one of our CTOs to identify your goals and outline an action plan. This option is only available for the top 3 participants in the program.

Who is this Master’s program for?

Ignite is specifically designed for experienced software engineers who want to become high-performance leaders, as well as current leaders aiming to reach the next level:

Software engineers aspiring to leadership roles such as Tech Lead or Engineering Manager.
Mid-senior professionals who want to improve the quality of their code.
IT leaders and managers looking to increase their impact.
Early-stage technical leaders who want to level up quickly with expert guidance.

Master's syllabus

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⏰ The program requires an average of 6 hours of work per week.

⬇️ Unfold each section below to learn more about every topic. ⬇️

Syllabus

• Discover the opportunities of leadership in technology: what it involves, how to secure the role, and how to prepare for the transition and your first months.
• Complete exercises to define and plan your professional career, aligned with your life plan.
• The leader’s mindset: growth mindset, entrepreneurial attitude, and overcoming impostor syndrome.
• Introduction to micro-habits for continuous improvement that will transform your day-to-day life —and with it, your whole life.
• Learning and note-taking techniques.
• Begin developing your informal leadership through various exercises and activities you can apply in both professional and personal settings.

• Introduction to the different leadership roles, their differences, and key responsibilities: Tech Lead, Engineering Manager, VP, CTO.
• LIDR competency framework: the essential skills and processes you must master to succeed in your role.

• High-performing managers and teams: key ingredients and how to create an environment that supports them.
• Advanced management of your energy and your time to get the most out of each day.
• Learn how to manage a leader’s agenda and optimize your own in real time.
• Prioritize high-impact tasks effectively, learn to say NO, and delegate anything that doesn’t multiply your impact.
• Focus techniques and tools to handle interruptions and distractions —both yours and your team’s.

• Gain a high-level technical perspective, develop a product-oriented mindset, and learn to make strategic decisions.
• Integrate processes such as long-term planning, organizational design, and budget creation.
• Learn to structure your proposals as business cases, communicate in terms of benefits, economic impact, and timelines, and think long term.
• Put everything into practice through the live review of LTI’s Strategic Project.

• Understand what 1:1s are and how to run them effectively.
• Why is mentoring important? Learn and practice the GROW methodology to mentor your team.
• Delegate effectively and help your team grow as professionals while freeing your time for high-impact work.
• Run effective meetings.
• Learn how to give and receive feedback effectively, build valuable relationships, and contribute to your team’s growth.
• Learn what performance reviews are and how to apply them properly to get the most out of them.

• Learn techniques to translate business needs into technology (and vice versa).
• Discover how to influence strategic decision-making effectively and positively, as well as decisions within your team.
• Prepare effective presentations with a clear objective and an actionable plan.
• Learn key techniques for public speaking, keeping attention high and delivering core messages.
• Build your personal brand, stand out from the competition, and gain access to better talent and better opportunities.

• Learn how to motivate your team using the RED methodology and how to integrate their purpose, values, and development plans within a culture of camaraderie and collaboration.
• Discover how to create a systematic and predictable employee journey that engages your collaborators, keeps them motivated, and supports continuous growth—from the interview call all the way to offboarding.

• Explore the key aspects of effective conflict resolution through a practical case.

• Learn the most relevant product techniques to successfully bring initiatives from 0 to 1: interviews, hypothesis validation, design thinking, customer journey, lean canvas, and more.
• Work collaboratively and asynchronously with other leaders, demonstrating the capabilities you developed throughout the program.
• Learn to use no-code tools and AI-powered tools to optimize your work and deliver more value to your customers quickly and cost-effectively.

• Prepare your mentoring guide and discuss your professional career, upcoming milestones, and obstacles.
• One private 1-hour session.

Meet your Mentors

Rubén Vilar
Technical Director

CTO with over 14 years of experience in tech startups and more than 10 leading engineering teams. Rubén has directed the development of digital products—mobile apps, SaaS platforms, cloud systems—and advised companies on tech strategy, scalability, and team management.

David Camargo
Engineering Manager

Engineering Manager with experience leading development teams and building products from scratch for startups and tech companies. David has worked as a CTO, Tech Lead, and Senior Engineer on high-impact projects, combining technical leadership, software architecture, and hands-on execution.

Alfons Foubert
Technical Director

Technical Director at SEAT CODE with an extensive track record leading engineering teams at companies such as N26, Adevinta, and MAD Collective. In addition to his executive role, Alfons has worked as a coach for Engineering Managers, Tech Leads, and CTOs, helping them develop effective leadership and manage technical teams in high-pressure environments.

Pablo Velarde
Sales Consultant for technology companies

Customer Success Manager with extensive experience in technical sales, consulting, and business development at companies such as Cisco Meraki, Samsung, and Tech Consulting. Pablo has led teams and projects focused on technology adoption, automation, and customer experience improvement, combining commercial vision with deep knowledge of networking and cloud solutions.

Sergio Visinoni
CTO, mentor, and Tech Advisor

CTO and founder with more than 15 years of experience leading engineering teams and scaling tech products. Sergio has worked as Engineering Manager, Tech Lead, and startup advisor, combining tech strategy, team leadership, and operational execution.

Laura Garcia Fernandez
CTO

Engineering Manager with a solid track record leading development teams at Skyscanner and various technology agencies. Laura has worked as a CTO, Tech Lead, and Senior Developer, combining strategic vision, technical leadership, and product development.

Testimonials

Don’t just take our word for it — here’s what some of the tech leaders who have gone through Ignite have to say.

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Ignite strengthened my learning habits and gave me new ways to validate hypotheses and align teams with clarity. After years of leading, this master’s program gave me fresh tools and a community of top professionals to keep growing with. It was a spark that ignited a new stage in my career.
Patricio Dávila Barberena
Tech Entrepreneur & Engineering Leader
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I joined the Ignite program on a scholarship and finished it with a job offer. I went from “just a dev” to thinking like a CTO, thanks to the challenge of designing a 12-month plan with real business vision. The mentoring sessions, the networking, and the leadership modules opened up a completely new perspective for me. This master’s program is a door that opens if you’re willing to take the step.
Héctor Alejandro Montaña
Software Engineer
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This master’s program helped me structure my mindset as a technical leader. Through sessions on delegation, feedback, motivation, and strategy, I developed concrete tools that I’m already applying with my team. The best part was realizing that leadership isn’t just about managing — it’s about inspiring through action.
Enric Velasco Garrofé
Frontend Lead & Mobile Developer
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Ignite helped me sharpen my business vision and strengthen key skills like communication and decision-making. What stood out the most was the incredible quality of the resources, tools, and real-world cases the program offers. It’s the kind of training you feel in your day-to-day work.
Dani Román Martínez
Senior Flutter Developer
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The Ignite program has been key to strengthening my leadership in tech. The tools, the dynamics, and the community LIDR builds helped me define a clear direction and have a greater impact in my role. What I learned is already transforming the way I work.
Quico Llinares Llorens
Engineering Manager
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Ignite was the push I needed to move into management roles. The program helped me understand how to build high-performing teams, develop strategic vision, and empower the people around me. It was demanding, transformative, and deeply human.
Senén Freire
Frontend Developer Senior
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Participating in Ignite was an incredible investment in my growth as a leader. The program gave me a complete perspective — from the technical to the human side. I connected with top mentors, shared real challenges with other leaders, and came out with a clearer, more practical mindset aligned with the impact I want to create.
Agustí Conesa
Software Engineer Team Lead

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If what you’ve seen aligns with the vision you have for your tech leaders, and you believe Ignite can enhance the direction, coordination, and performance of your teams, please fill out the form on our website and schedule your discovery call 👇

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Money-back guarantee and payment options

30-day guarantee. Zero risk​

You have a 30-day money-back guarantee from the moment the Master begins. If it doesn’t work for you or you feel it’s not the right fit, you can simply request a refund. No questions asked.

Payment options

We offer financing options with interest-free monthly installments. Book your admissions interview and our team will give you all the details.

Company-sponsored training

We can help your company allocate budget for your training.

Frequently Asked Questions

Yes. If you prefer, you can pay for the program in up to 6 monthly interest-free installments.

If you’d like more information, please book your free admissions call and our team will give you all the details.

Absolutely. Just mention it to our team during the admissions interview and we will give you all the details on how to issue the invoice and complete the payment process.

We can also work with you to help your company partially or fully sponsor the program, either by meeting directly with the decision-maker or by providing you with templates and materials.

We offer a 30-day money-back guarantee from the moment you purchase the course.

If you are unable to start in the assigned edition of the program, we can move you to the next edition, as long as you inform us at least 15 days before the start of the training.

We want you to pay us only if we deliver real value. If you’re not satisfied with the results of the training, contact us at hi@lidr.co and we will review your case.

You have a 30-day money-back guarantee from the moment the bootcamp starts. If it doesn’t work for you or you feel it’s not the right fit, you just need to request a refund.

Send us an email at hi@lidr.co with all the details.

Yes. We can run a private version of this program for current and future technical leaders within the same company.

Please schedule an admissions call to get more details.

This program has limited seats and is designed for a maximum of approximately 35 participants, in order to ensure an intimate environment and dedicated support for each person.

Although Ignite editions usually sell out, it’s possible that a spot may open up at the last minute.

We recommend that you schedule your admissions call even if the course is full. This allows us to get to know each other in depth and inform you quickly if a seat becomes available.

We strongly believe in remote-first teams across the globe, just like us and our community. The workshops are delivered in English, they are 100% online, and anyone can enroll as long as the schedule works for them.

Please check the course program page carefully to confirm the sessions’ calendar.

This program is designed as an interactive group experience, where your full commitment is expected — this accounts for 90% of your success. To become a high-performance leader, commitment and consistency are absolutely essential.

That said, we fully understand that unexpected situations may arise and prevent you from attending. Don’t worry — every session is recorded and shared shortly afterward, and you’ll have one year of access to all the content and materials.

If anything is unclear or you need more information, feel free to email us at hi@lidr.co.

We understand this is a significant investment of time and money, and we want to make sure you have everything you need to be 120% confident about the impact Ignite will have on your growth.