Nilton Rodrigues

Technology and Digital Transformation Executive with over two decades of experience driving enterprise modernization, institutional transformation, and strategic technology initiatives, including more than 15 years in regional and global leadership roles across multinational and complex organizational environments. Experienced across financial services, healthcare, manufacturing, retail, telecommunications, and public-sector modernization, leading large-scale initiatives involving enterprise architecture, ERP transformation, systems integration, governance, operational modernization, and AI-enabled innovation. Strong background in cross-border transformation programs, M&A integration, and enterprise technology strategy across Latin America, the United States, and Europe, aligning technology capabilities with operational efficiency, governance maturity, and long-term organizational objectives.

Recognized for combining strategic leadership, enterprise technology expertise, and modernization governance to support the development of more integrated, intelligent, and resilient organizational environments. Backed by a solid academic foundation in Computer Science, complemented by executive specialization programs, continuous professional development, and strategic certifications focused on enterprise technology, governance, cloud transformation, and digital innovation.

Innovation & Digital Transformation Leader at Municipality of São José dos Campos (2026-04 – Present)

• Lead strategic digital transformation and institutional modernization initiatives focused on strengthening operational efficiency, governance capability, interoperability, and data-driven decision-making across public-sector environments.
• Responsible for the coordination and governance of large-scale modernization programs supported by multi-million-dollar public financing initiatives, involving technology governance, infrastructure transformation, systems integration, cloud modernization, AI enablement, and institutional productivity initiatives supporting critical municipal operations and public services.
• Oversee multidisciplinary technology teams and cross-functional initiatives spanning infrastructure, enterprise systems, governance, cybersecurity, digital services, operational intelligence, and strategic technology planning, with a strong focus on scalability, resilience, long-term institutional sustainability, and effective management of strategic public investments.
• My work also involves advancing organizational readiness for digital transformation through workforce capability development, technology adoption strategies, and the promotion of more collaborative and integrated operational models across government entities.
• A key aspect of my role is helping reposition technology departments from primarily operational support functions into more strategic institutional enablers capable of driving innovation, governance modernization, smart government initiatives, and data-informed public administration.
• Lead strategic initiatives associated with PMAT (Program for Administrative and Tax Modernization) and broader public-sector modernization programs, supporting the evolution of more intelligent, connected, efficient, and citizen-centered institutional environments.

Executive Advisor | Senior Technology Consultant at Dogsgate Consulting (2020-09 – Present)

• Provide strategic advisory and consulting services focused on enterprise modernization, digital transformation, operational efficiency, and technology governance for multinational and institutional organizations.
• Advise companies on technology strategy, enterprise systems modernization, AI-enabled operational transformation, systems integration, and organizational modernization initiatives designed to improve scalability, governance maturity, and long-term operational performance.
• Support complex transformation programs involving ERP modernization, M&A integration, IT governance, process optimization, and strategic technology roadmaps, aligning business objectives with resilient and sustainable technology environments.
• Work closely with executive leadership and cross-functional teams to identify modernization opportunities, optimize operational structures, and support the adoption of innovative and data-driven organizational models across diverse business environments.

IT Senior Manager | Head of IT – Latin America at Whirlpool Corporation (2015-05 – 2020-09)

• Led regional technology strategy and large-scale digital transformation initiatives across Latin America, driving enterprise modernization, operational efficiency, governance maturity, and scalable organizational transformation within complex multinational environments.
• Directed strategic programs involving SAP ERP modernization, enterprise systems integration, process standardization, automation, and operational transformation initiatives designed to improve productivity, scalability, and long-term business performance across regional operations.
• Oversaw cross-border technology initiatives, including the global carve-out of the Embraco division, leading enterprise systems integration, governance alignment, operational continuity, and large-scale organizational change management.
• Managed multicultural teams and strategic technology investments across the region, positioning technology as a key enabler of innovation, modernization, and sustainable business growth.

IT Lead | ERP Project Lead – LATAM & Índia at Johnson & Johnson (2013-03 – 2015-04)

• Led regional ERP transformation and enterprise systems standardization initiatives across Latin America, supporting operational consistency, governance alignment, and scalable business processes within complex multinational environments.
• Directed multi-country transformation programs involving SAP ERP modernization, systems integration, financial process optimization, data migration, and regional deployment strategies across Brazil, Mexico, Colombia, and Argentina.
• Supported technology integration initiatives associated with M&A activities, including enterprise systems alignment, operational integration, and governance standardization following the acquisition of DePuy Synthes.
• Collaborated with cross-functional and multicultural teams across Latin America and India, contributing to large-scale organizational modernization and enterprise transformation initiatives.

IT Relationship Manager at Salcomp (2012 – 2013)

• Led business-facing technology operations and strategic IT initiatives for manufacturing operations in Brazil, acting as the primary liaison between technology and business areas to support operational continuity, systems modernization, and organizational efficiency.
• Managed SAP ERP operations, enterprise applications, and continuous improvement initiatives focused on process optimization, operational reliability, and alignment between technology capabilities and business objectives.
• Coordinated multidisciplinary teams, including SAP functional specialists and offshore development resources, supporting enterprise systems governance, operational support, and strategic technology delivery within a multinational manufacturing environment.

IT Middleware Specialist | IT Lead at Dell Computers (2008 – 2011)

• Led enterprise integration and IT service management initiatives within multinational technology environments, supporting operational scalability, systems interoperability, and enterprise service reliability across global operations.
• Acted as technical lead for middleware and messaging integration initiatives involving enterprise communication platforms and distributed systems architectures, contributing to operational efficiency and standardized integration capabilities.
• Supported strategic ITSM initiatives aligned with ITIL frameworks, working closely with international teams across the United States and Brazil to improve service governance, operational processes, and enterprise technology delivery.

IT Architect | Messaging Integration at HSBC Global Technology (2006 – 2009)

• Led enterprise messaging and systems integration initiatives within HSBC's global technology environment, supporting distributed operational models, enterprise interoperability, and high-availability technology operations across international teams.
• Worked closely with technology leadership in Brazil and India to support global integration strategies aligned with follow-the-sun operational frameworks, contributing to increased scalability, resource optimization, and continuous technology service availability.
• Acted on strategic integration initiatives involving enterprise messaging architectures and cross-regional technology coordination, supporting operational efficiency and standardized enterprise communication capabilities within a highly regulated financial environment.

IT Configuration Manager at Siemens Mobile (2004 – 2005)

• Supported the implementation of a new research and development technology center focused on embedded systems and mobile solutions, contributing to software engineering operations, release management, and enterprise technology coordination within a multinational innovation environment.
• Worked closely with international leadership teams from Germany and Brazil on initiatives involving software lifecycle management, systems configuration, and operational support for mobile technology platforms and device-specific solutions.
• Participated in global technology initiatives involving recurring collaboration and knowledge transfer activities with engineering and technology teams in Germany, supporting cross-cultural coordination and internationally distributed development environments within the telecommunications industry.

Embedded Software Engineer at Motorola (2001 – 2004)

• Contributed to embedded software development and quality engineering initiatives within multinational telecommunications environments, supporting the development and validation of mobile and embedded technology solutions.
• Worked on software testing and automation initiatives involving Java, C, and C++ technologies, contributing to software reliability, process standardization, and engineering quality practices aligned with structured development and CMMI-oriented environments.
• Collaborated with cross-functional engineering teams in support of technology development and product lifecycle initiatives within a global innovation and telecommunications environment.

Bachelor in Computer Science – Centro Universitário de Araraquara (2002)

Business English Communication Skills – Pacific Language Institute (2006)

Project Management – The George Washington University (2007)