About
What I Do Now
At Confluent, I partner with commercial and strategic teams to accelerate real-time data streaming adoption across the Americas — with a particular focus on the Brazilian and LATAM markets.
I work with enterprise customers across highly regulated and high-throughput industries — including capital markets, investment banking, financial services, insurance, energy distribution, mobility, and food tech — helping them move from evaluation to production with architectures built on Apache Kafka, Apache Flink, and Confluent Cloud.
Beyond the technical work, I’m active in the regional data community. I speak at meetups, seminars, and industry events in Brazil, sharing practical experience with real-time data streaming and event-driven architecture, contributing to the growing awareness and adoption of these technologies across LATAM.
Who am I
With a track record of leading complex digital transformation projects, I specialize in implementing cutting-edge IT solutions across various domains, including Cloud Applications, Mobile, Infrastructure, Machine Learning, and Artificial Intelligence. I’m passionate about driving innovation in dynamic environments, ensuring seamless integration of modern technologies to enhance business outcomes.
Experienced in managing large-scale IT service contracts, I focus on delivering optimal technical solutions while maintaining strong relationships with C-level executives, clients, suppliers, and strategic partners. My expertise lies in leading high-performance technical teams and driving continuous improvement through agile methodologies and DevOps practices.
As a leader, I have been responsible for shaping and scaling multidisciplinary teams, ensuring delivery excellence through clear goal-setting, performance management, and efficient resource allocation. I am well-versed in overseeing project timelines, prioritizing tasks, and aligning efforts with business objectives, always keeping a keen eye on key metrics that guarantee success.
In the realm of IT governance, I have implemented robust processes to ensure compliance and adherence to industry standards, driving cost efficiencies and process optimization. Whether it’s creating a future-proof infrastructure or leading agile teams to innovate, I’m focused on delivering impactful solutions that align with the evolving needs of the business world.
Top Skills
- Anthropic Claude — Generative AI implementation and enterprise adoption
- Confluent / Apache Kafka / Apache Flink — Event streaming and real-time data pipelines
- Architecture Development Method (ADM) — Enterprise architecture and IT governance
Languages
| Language | Proficiency |
|---|---|
| Portuguese | Native or Bilingual |
| English | Native or Bilingual |
| French | Elementary |
Contact
- LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/wleite
- GitHub: github.com/wleite
- Medium: medium.com/@willianleite
- Location: Houston, Texas, United States