Ricardo J. Rodriguez
About Ricardo J. Rodriguez
Ricardo J. Rodriguez is a Software Engineering Lead and Technical Advisor/CTO at CCA Inc. since 2023, with a diverse background in software engineering and leadership roles across various companies, including Journey and Qlovi.
Work at CCA Inc.
Ricardo J. Rodriguez currently serves as Technical Advisor and CTO at CCA Inc. - Corporate Counseling Associates. He has held this position since 2023, contributing his expertise in software engineering and technology leadership. His role involves guiding technical strategies and overseeing engineering projects within the organization, based in the New York City Metropolitan Area.
Experience at Journey
Ricardo previously worked at Journey as Software Engineering Lead from 2020 to 2022 and again from 2022 to 2023. During his tenure, he played a crucial role in leading engineering teams and managing software development projects. His contributions helped shape the technical direction of the company while working remotely from New York, New York.
Background in Education Technology
Ricardo co-founded Qlovi, an education technology company, from 2012 to 2014. Under his leadership as CTO, Qlovi received backing from notable organizations, including the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation and Kapor Capital. This experience highlights his commitment to leveraging technology for educational advancements.
Engineering Leadership at Handy
Ricardo held several positions at Handy, including Director of Engineering and Engineering Manager. He led the engineering team for the Home Storage service, which was later acquired by Clutter.com. His work at Handy spanned from 2014 to 2018, during which he contributed to various engineering initiatives.
Education and Awards
Ricardo earned a Bachelor of Science in Computer Engineering from the University of Puerto Rico-Mayaguez, followed by a Master of Science in Computer Science and Engineering from the University of Michigan. He has received innovation awards from companies such as Yahoo!, Intel Corporation, and HarperCollins, recognizing his contributions to technology and engineering.