Rodrigo Palomares

Rodrigo Palomares is an accomplished engineering leader with extensive experience in managing diverse teams and delivering innovative solutions across various industries. Currently serving as Engineering Director and Site Lead at CircleCI since April 2025, Rodrigo previously held the position of Director of Engineering at BetterCloud, focusing on creating a zero-touch SaaS management experience. Prior roles include Regional Engineering Manager at Plexus Corp., where leadership spanned software, hardware, and PCB design teams across multiple sites, and Engineering Manager at Intel Corporation, recognized for enhancing platform delivery and quality through Agile principles. Additional experience includes positions at Sanmina and Motorola Solutions, where Rodrigo improved IT performance and manufacturing processes. An alumnus of Tecnológico de Monterrey, Rodrigo holds a Graduate Diploma in Top Management and a Bachelor of Science in Electrical and Electronics Engineering.