Luiz debuted in 2005 with Vila Nova, where he remained there for 5 years before he moved to Thai Division 1 side Buriram (now known as Songkhla United and played for 2 seasons.
In July 2014, Luiz left Al-Fujairah and signed a contract with K League Classic club Ulsan Hyundai.
[4][5] On 12 July 2016, Luiz made his debut for Kelantan during Malaysia Cup group stage in a 1–0 win over Pahang at their home Sultan Muhammad IV Stadium.
On 1 February 2017, Luiz made Saudi Professional League in a 1–3 defeat to Al-Fateh coming off from the bench at second half of the match.
On 10 January 2018, it was announced that Luiz signed a contract with Malaysia Super League club Perak.