Herlani Junior
About Herlani Junior
Herlani Junior serves as the Head of IT Architecture at Fleetcor, bringing over 20 years of experience in IT, particularly in the financial sector. He has held various leadership roles across multiple companies, focusing on digital transformation and innovative IT solutions.
Current Role at FLEETCOR
Herlani Junior serves as the Head of IT Architecture at FLEETCOR, a position he has held since 2022. In this role, he is responsible for defining and implementing IT architecture strategies that align with the company's business goals. His leadership involves overseeing heterogeneous technical teams and ensuring the integration of systems and platforms. He focuses on optimizing code and performance while adopting open-source technologies to enhance operational efficiency.
Previous Experience at FLEETCOR
Prior to his current role, Herlani Junior was the Head of Systems Architecture & Business Intelligence for Brazil at FLEETCOR from 2020 to 2022. In this capacity, he contributed to the development of business intelligence solutions and system architectures tailored for the Brazilian market. His tenure at FLEETCOR has spanned various leadership positions, showcasing his expertise in IT architecture and systems integration.
Professional Background
Herlani Junior has over 20 years of experience in the IT sector, with a strong emphasis on applications for the financial market, benefits cards, insurance, and digital media. His career includes roles such as Senior Solutions Architect at Citigroup and Co-Founder & CTO at BURN IT. He has also worked at several other companies, including RecargaPay, FOURSYS, and Connectmed, where he held various positions related to solutions architecture and technology management.
Education and Certifications
Herlani Junior holds a Computer Technologist degree from Universidade Presbiteriana Mackenzie, where he studied Software and Computer Technology. He furthered his education with graduate studies in Data Science (Big Data Analytics) and Artificial Intelligence. Additionally, he earned an MBA in Executive Management from Faculdade de Tecnologia de São Paulo - FATEC-SP. He also holds multiple certifications in DevOps, Scrum, and Design Thinking, reflecting his commitment to continuous professional development.
Technical Expertise and Focus Areas
Herlani Junior has a strong focus on digital transformation, cloud computing, service-oriented architecture (SOA), and agile methodologies. His expertise includes leading technical teams in the implementation of innovative IT solutions. He is passionate about enabling business development through technology, integrating systems, and optimizing performance while leveraging open-source technologies.