Ricardo Castelhano

Hi, I’m Ricardo Castelhano.

Currently I’m working as Senior VP of Engineering at BedRock Streaming, responsible for the Frontend & Devices Ecosystem & Distribution, with teams between Paris, Lyon and Lisbon, and direct reporting of two VPs and one Sr Director.

Member of the Executive Committee, collaborating to the medium to long-term strategic planning, while we drive the organization's overall vision and direction.

Im also the Country Head for Bedrock Portugal, responsible for all the operation in our Lisbon office, including leadership, mentorship and advocating for engineering excellence.

We are "creating streaming champions" like M6+, RTL+, Videoland, and others.

In my past I lead several teams building products like Peacock, SkyShowtime and Showmax (NBCu/Sky), and InvoiceXpress (RUPEAL).

All my professional path is connected with software development and teaching.

I started advocating for Agile and eXtreme Programming practices a long time ago.

In 2008, I was introduced to the Servant Leadership philosophy by a CTO I had. He was the first genuine leader I saw in action daily.

I have considered myself a student of this philosophy since then.

I have been working to learn more about myself and how stress and anxiety impact me personally and professionally. That lead me to become a Stress Relief and Mindfulness coach.

I have Don Miguel Ruiz’ four agreements as my North star:
– Be Impeccable With Your Word;
– Don’t Take Anything Personally;
– Don’t Make Assumptions;
– Always Do Your Best.