Key Moments:
- Bernardo Heynemann has been named Chief Technology Officer of Flutter Brazil following his leadership at Betnacional as Vice President of Engineering.
- Flutter Brazil has announced new executive appointments: Rafael Moraes as Vice President of Foundations and Matheus Zaqueu as Vice President of Engineering at Betnacional.
- The company continues to focus on technology, innovation, and sustainable gaming through strategic leadership and industry partnerships.
Executive Changes Empower Technology Agenda
Flutter Brazil, home to leading brands Betnacional and Betfair, has appointed Bernardo Heynemann as its new Chief Technology Officer. In this role, Heynemann will be responsible for managing the company’s technology vision, with special attention to enhancing security, driving site performance, and fostering ongoing innovation.
Heynemann most recently served as Vice President of Engineering at Betnacional, where his leadership contributed to the development of scalable system architecture and high product reliability. Now as CTO, he will direct the company’s overall technology framework, oversee integration efforts, and advance solution development within the broader Flutter Entertainment ecosystem.
“Our role is to enhance the technological capacity of Flutter Brazil in delivering scalability, stability, and security to all group brands. The aim is to ensure that our platforms scale with business and provide secure and consistent experiences for users”, said Bernardo Heynemann, CTO at Flutter Brazil.
Leadership Expansion at Betnacional
Flutter Brazil has also introduced new technology leadership at Betnacional. Rafael Moraes has assumed the role of Vice President of Foundations, taking charge of essential areas such as Site Reliability Engineering (SRE), IT Infrastructure, and Cybersecurity. Matheus Zaqueu will serve as Vice President of Engineering with responsibility for platforms and products related to Betting & Games as well as Player Account Management (PAM).
João Studart, CEO of Flutter Brazil, commented on these executive appointments, “With the establishment of Flutter Brazil, we had to scale up already successful operations. These changes reinforce our technical backbone and exhibit the maturity of the Flutter ecosystem within the country. We have a team ready to maintain growth through innovation and reliability”, he said.
Operational Model and Local Expertise
Flutter Brazil employs a distributed hybrid work model, operating with more than 400 employees in cities such as Recife, São Paulo, and Marechal Cândido Rondon in addition to a network of remote professionals. This structure enables the combination of local expertise with global technological standards, supporting agility and effectiveness in solution development.
Company Overview and Industry Commitment
The company represents one of Brazil’s largest sports betting ecosystems, following the acquisition of NSX Brazil – the entity behind Betnacional – by Flutter Entertainment. Flutter Brazil adopts a locally managed business model, prioritizing close alignment with local market needs and regulatory requirements. This approach blends advanced global technology with deep understanding of the Brazilian audience to deliver entertainment that is secure, inclusive, and responsible.
Flutter Brazil has further emphasized its dedication to sustainable industry growth through a partnership with the Instituto Brasileiro de Jogo Responsável (IBJR), an organization focused on responsible gaming and the long-term development of the sector.
With these leadership updates and a continued investment in innovation and integrity, Flutter Brazil positions itself at the forefront of Brazil’s fast-growing gaming and entertainment market.
Leadership Team Overview
| Name | Position | Primary Responsibilities |
|---|---|---|
| Bernardo Heynemann | Chief Technology Officer | Technology architecture, system integration, solution development |
| Rafael Moraes | Vice President of Foundations | SRE, IT Infrastructure, Cybersecurity at Betnacional |
| Matheus Zaqueu | Vice President of Engineering | Platforms and products for Betting & Games, Player Account Management (PAM) at Betnacional |
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Daniel Williams
