Rodrigo Socal

Turin, Italy
Nationality: Brazilian
Legal residence in Italy
Phone: +55 48 99971-7657
Email: rodrigo@socal.adv.br
LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/rodrigo-socal

Professional Summary

Experienced professional with 30+ years in software development, legal operations, and digital transformation. Proven success in leading cross-functional teams, building ERP systems, and optimizing workflows using technology. Skilled in agile methodologies and passionate about bridging the gap between law and technology. 

Key Skills

    • Software Development (Web Systems, ERP, E-Commerce)

    • LegalTech & Digital Transformation

    • Project & Team Management

    • Agile (Scrum) & Design Thinking

    • Data Protection (LGPD, GDPR Awareness)

    • UI/UX Collaboration & System Integration

Languages

    • Portuguese: Native

    • English: Advanced (C1)

    • Italian: Intermediate (B2)

    • Latin: Academic proficiency

Professional Experience


Prodesp – Head of Legal Operations
São Paulo, Brazil | Jun 2023 – Dec 2024

    • Led digital transformation initiatives in a major public IT company.

    • Deployed legal operations strategies and ensured LGPD compliance.

    • Facilitated technology-driven improvements to legal processes.

 

Conselho Regional de Medicina de SC – Executive Assistant to the President
Florianópolis, Brazil | Feb 2019 – Jun 2023

    • Coordinated tech initiatives during the COVID-19 crisis.

    • Led multidisciplinary teams to launch integrated digital services.

    • Focused on innovation, efficiency, and legal compliance (LGPD).

 

Smacky Digital – Founder & CTO
Florianópolis, Brazil | Sep 2012 – Apr 2023

    • Built a full-service web and digital systems agency.

    • Directed projects from ideation to deployment for diverse clients.

    • Managed agile teams and delivered scalable web solutions.

 

Somelos Tecidos Brasil – IT Coordinator
Brusque, Brazil | Aug 2012 – Jan 2017

    • Oversaw ERP development and IT process automation.

    • Integrated machinery systems into digital platforms.

    • Managed software architecture, upgrades, and team workflows.

 

Manager Systems – Software Development & Implementation Manager
Brazil | May 1994 – Aug 2012

    • Transitioned RIS systems to Windows platforms using Delphi.

    • Led teams of developers and consultants across Brazil.

    • Introduced modular ERP systems tailored to healthcare clients.

Education

ACEI – Computer Systems Analyst (1993–1995)
Univali – LL.B. in Law (2002–2010)
Damásio Educacional – Cybercrime Extension Course (2016–2017)

Technical Stack

    • Languages: Python, JavaScript, PHP, HTML/CSS

    • Databases: Firebird, MySQL

    • Other: ERP, CRM, LegalTech, Web Portals, CMS

    • Methods: Agile (Scrum), Design Thinking, CI/CD concepts