Michel Bechelani

Michel Bechelani

Tech lead by day, theme park strategist by night
Hi, I'm Michel Bechelani — a technology leader who's spent years scaling platforms, coaching engineers, and obsessing over how great systems support great stories. Welcome to my personal website! I share what I've learned about engineering, leadership, and the magic behind the scenes on my blog. Want to learn more? Explore my online resume.
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What I do

I lead high-impact engineering teams, design scalable systems, and shape DevOps strategies that support digital experiences at scale. My work sits at the intersection of platform architecture, team leadership, and storytelling through technology. Curious about my background? Check out my online resume.

Engineering Leadership

Lead cross-functional teams, drive execution across product and platform, and scale delivery through strong culture and systems.

Tech Strategy

Align technical decisions with business goals. Guide platform direction, tool selection, and architecture for long-term impact.

Mentorship & Culture

Coach engineers, grow future leaders, and build healthy, accountable engineering cultures that deliver and retain talent.

Experience Platforms

Build backend systems and APIs that power immersive, story-driven digital experiences.

DevOps Strategy

Design and optimize CI/CD pipelines, automate workflows, and improve deployment reliability across large-scale systems.

CI/CD Automation

Migrate, manage, and evolve automated deployment pipelines with Azure DevOps, GitHub, Octopus Deploy, and TeamCity.

Cloud Architecture

Architect and deliver cloud-native platforms using Azure and AWS with a focus on scalability, reliability, and cost efficiency.

System Integration

Integrate acquired systems and tools into a cohesive platform with minimal disruption, supporting growth and business agility.

Latest Blog Posts

Why I Make Time to Mentor
Why I Make Time to Mentor

A look into how and why I mentor engineers, and what both sides gain from the process.

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What I Look For in a Company Culture
What I Look For in a Company Culture

I’ve worked in all kinds of team cultures. Here’s what I’ve learned matters most.

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My Disney Connection: A Lifelong Fascination with Engineering Magic
My Disney Connection: A Lifelong Fascination with Engineering Magic

I’ve been going to Disney parks since I was a baby. The way they blend story and engineering shaped how I see tech,and why I chose this career.

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