Summary
João Abreu is a seasoned technology leader and entrepreneur with 13+ years delivering scalable software and platforms across startups and international teams. As Tech Lead at ReadyOn AI and former CTO at multiple ventures, he blends hands-on software architecture with strategic product and engineering leadership, guiding teams from concept to production of reliable, maintainable, and intelligent systems. He specializes in full-stack design for platforms and marketplaces, backed by an engineering degree in automation and an MBA in Project Management, enabling him to align technology with business outcomes. Known for his people-first leadership, he has built and mentored cross-functional teams, retired legacy practices, and driven organizational change in fast-changing environments. Based in the San Francisco Bay Area, his background spans industrial automation and software, including MES/PIMS experience at Honeywell and leadership roles that fuse engineering depth with pragmatic execution. He blends technical depth with strategic risk management and a relentless curiosity to turn complex requirements into scalable, auditable solutions.
13 years of coding experience
17 years of employment as a software developer
Master of Business Administration (MBA), Project Management, Master of Business Administration (MBA), Project Management at Fundação Getulio Vargas
Engineer's degree, Engenharia de Controle e Automação, Engineer's degree, Engenharia de Controle e Automação at Universidade Federal de Minas Gerais
Portuguese, English, Spanish