Sphera BOMcheck/EC4P
Modernizing environmental compliance platforms. Experience with ECHA and IPC standards compliance.
Role: Engineering Manager
Arcadio Macedo (call me Mac) (Mac)
Engineering Manager • Laravel • Vue • Environmental Compliance
Portuguese, husband and father of two, UK-based Engineering Manager with 7 years in the British tech scene. Dog lover 🐕, motorcycle rider 🏍️, Laravel advocate working on environmental compliance SaaS at Sphera. I specialize in Product Life Cycle, Circular Economy, EPR metrics, and ESG implementations while leading teams to modernize legacy systems and mentoring developers.
# What I'm working on
Current projects and recent work.
Portfolio-OS
Web-based OS simulator with authentication and persistent browser storage. Built with vanilla JS.
Live at: macedo.tech
Modern Tech Integration
SSO, Cashier with Stripe, Laravel Nova, Vue/Vite/PrimeVue implementations.
Role: Mentoring & Architecture
Home Lab Projects
Docker, Synology NAS, Raspberry Pi automation. DigitalOcean and AWS infrastructure experience.
Personal DevOps
# Experience
Engineering Manager
Sphera (formerly Thinkstep)
2018 - Present · 7+ years
Started as Software Engineer at Thinkstep, progressed through Senior and Lead roles. Following Sphera's acquisition in 2020, transitioned to Engineering Manager. Currently leading teams developing environmental compliance SaaS platforms, managing BOMcheck migration, mentoring developers, and driving technical architecture decisions for sustainability solutions.
Backend Software Engineer
LoqBox · Fintech
2018 · Few months · Bristol, UK
Short but valuable exposure to the UK fintech ecosystem. Gained experience with financial services technology, regulatory compliance, and the fast-paced startup environment in Bristol's tech scene.
Founder & Freelance Developer
inTech - Developing Technology
2015 - 2018 · 3+ years · Brazil
Founded and operated my own development agency, delivering web and mobile solutions for small to medium businesses. Managed full project lifecycle from client acquisition to deployment, working across various technologies and industries.
# Education
Engineering Technology Degree
Federal University of Technology - Paraná, Brazil (UTFPR)
2015 - 2018 · Computer Software Engineering
Software Analysis and Development, it's an Engineering Technology Degree, focused on the practical abilities, needs and trends of the market. With solid foundations in the programming languages for desktop, mobile, web application, as well as a piece of knowledge in management and projects standards, networks, infrastructure, security and database management. (Tecnologia em Análise e Desenvolvimento de Sistemas - UTFPR)
Technical Electronics Course
Applied Electronics for SMD and BGA Circuits · HardwareClube
2014 · Specialized Training · Circuit-level Electronics
Advanced training in Surface Mount Device (SMD) and Ball Grid Array (BGA) circuit technologies. Hands-on experience with integrated circuit repair, component-level troubleshooting, and modern electronics manufacturing techniques.
Computer Technician
Technical High School · IT Specialization
2008 - 2011 · Secondary Education · Technical Track
Comprehensive technical foundation covering computer hardware, software systems, networking, and basic electronics. Early exposure to IT troubleshooting, system administration, and technical problem-solving methodologies.
# Conferences
Tech conferences and community events I've attended.
Campus Party Brazil 2017
São Paulo, Brazil
Innovation and technology festival
Laravel Live UK 2019
London, UK
Laravel community conference
Laracon 2020
Online
Official Laravel conference
Laracon 2021
Online
Official Laravel conference
Laracon EU 2023
Lisbon, Portugal
European Laravel conference
Laravel Live UK 2024
London, UK
Laravel community conference
# Personal
36-year-old Portuguese 🇵🇹 who made the UK home over 7 years ago. Proud father of two amazing kids and devoted dog parent to two furry companions who keep life interesting. Family is everything to me, and I believe the best solutions come from diverse perspectives and collaborative minds.
🏍️ Motorcycle Enthusiast
Weekend rides through the British countryside help clear my mind and inspire creative problem-solving. There's something about the open road that parallels clean code - both require focus, precision, and respect for the journey.
🛠️ Problem Solver at Heart
Whether debugging complex systems or helping team members grow, I find genuine joy in breaking down challenges and building sustainable solutions. My approach: listen first, understand the root cause, then architect for the future.
🌱 Continuous Learner
From Laravel conferences across Europe to experimenting with new technologies at home, I believe staying curious is essential. My home lab setup lets me explore Docker, automation, and emerging tools without the constraints of production systems.
👥 Team Builder
Leading teams taught me that the best code comes from the best culture. I focus on creating environments where developers feel safe to experiment, fail fast, learn faster, and support each other's growth. Mentoring junior developers is one of my favorite parts of the job.
🔧 Maker & Hardware Engineer
Founded and ran InfoMac for 6 years, servicing everything from desktops to servers. From custom ROM development to integrated circuit repairs, I understand technology from silicon to interface. This hardware experience gives me unique insights into performance optimization and system architecture.
⚡ DIY Innovator
I am an advocate for open source hardware and right to repair movement, I enjoy creating custom tools, repurposing gadgets, and exploring network solutions. This hands-on experience with electronics and my DIY approach to problem-solving gives me deep insights into hardware constraints.
When I'm not coding or riding, you'll find me spending quality time with family, exploring new places, or tinkering with technology at home. I believe the best engineers are well-rounded humans who bring diverse experiences and perspectives to their work. Life's too short for boring problems! 🚀