José Machado is a Portuguese former rower who competed internationally. He is primarily known for his participation in the 1988 Summer Olympics held in Seoul, South Korea.
At the 1988 Seoul Olympics, Machado competed in the men's coxless pair event. His rowing partner was Luís Santos. The Portuguese duo finished in 11th place in their category, marking their performance at the pinnacle of international amateur rowing competition. His Olympic appearance represents a key highlight in his career as an athlete.