Carlos Ferreira
About Carlos Ferreira
Carlos Ferreira is the Vice President of Software Engineering at Broadvoice, where he has worked since 2023. He has extensive experience in software development and team management, with a background that includes roles at Bi-Bright, GoContact, and various positions at Universidade de Aveiro.
Current Role at Broadvoice
Carlos Ferreira serves as the Vice President of Software Engineering at Broadvoice, a position he has held since 2023. In this role, he oversees software development initiatives and manages engineering teams. His responsibilities include implementing agile methodologies to enhance productivity and project outcomes. Based in Aveiro, he contributes to the company's focus on delivering innovative communication solutions.
Previous Experience at GoContact
Prior to his current role, Carlos Ferreira worked at GoContact for several years, holding various leadership positions. He served as the Vice President of Software Engineering from 2021 to 2023, and as the Research and Development Director from 2020 to 2021. His tenure at GoContact also included roles as Innovation Director from 2018 to 2020 and Research and Development Manager from 2017 to 2018. His experience at GoContact involved leading teams in software development and innovation.
Academic Background and Research Experience
Carlos Ferreira has a strong academic background, having studied at the Universities of Aveiro, Porto, and Minho. He earned a Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in Computer Science from 2010 to 2015. Additionally, he obtained a Master of Science (MSc) in Computers and Telematics Engineering from Universidade de Aveiro from 2005 to 2010. His research experience includes roles as a Research Fellow at Fundação para a Ciência e a Tecnologia from 2011 to 2015 and as a Postdoctoral Fellow at Universidade de Aveiro in 2015.
Expertise in Agile Methodologies
Carlos Ferreira possesses expertise in managing teams using agile methodologies. His experience includes serving as a Scrum Master and software developer at Bi-Bright from 2015 to 2017. He has applied agile principles to enhance team collaboration and project delivery in various roles throughout his career, contributing to successful software development processes.
Technical Skills and Areas of Expertise
Carlos Ferreira has extensive experience in several technical fields, including web development, mobile development, machine learning, distributed systems, real-time systems, and Voice over Internet Protocol (VoIP). His diverse skill set allows him to lead complex software projects and contribute to advancements in technology across multiple domains.