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I'm Dave Minogue, a senior software engineer and media systems architect with 15+ years of experience designing and scaling large-scale SaaS, API-driven platforms. I specialize in media pipelines, FFmpeg workflows, and low-latency delivery for millions of users, and I enjoy mentoring teams to deliver robust, end-to-end software.\n\nI'm passionate about continuous learning, observability, and delivering business impact through reliable, scalable technology.…I'm Dave Minogue, a senior software engineer and media systems architect with 15+ years of experience designing and scaling large-scale SaaS, API-driven platforms. I specialize in media pipelines, FFmpeg workflows, and low-latency delivery for millions of users, and I enjoy mentoring teams to deliver robust, end-to-end software.\n\nI'm passionate about continuous learning, observability, and delivering business impact through reliable, scalable technology.

Dave Minogue

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I'm Dave Minogue, a senior software engineer and media systems architect with 15+ years of experience designing and scaling large-scale SaaS, API-driven platforms. I specialize in media pipelines, FFmpeg workflows, and low-latency delivery for millions of users, and I enjoy mentoring teams to deliver robust, end-to-end software.\n\nI'm passionate about continuous learning, observability, and delivering business impact through reliable, scalable technology.…I'm Dave Minogue, a senior software engineer and media systems architect with 15+ years of experience designing and scaling large-scale SaaS, API-driven platforms. I specialize in media pipelines, FFmpeg workflows, and low-latency delivery for millions of users, and I enjoy mentoring teams to deliver robust, end-to-end software.\n\nI'm passionate about continuous learning, observability, and delivering business impact through reliable, scalable technology.

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I’m Dave Minogue, a senior software engineer and media systems architect with 15+ years of experience designing and scaling large-scale SaaS, API-driven platforms. I specialize in media pipelines, FFmpeg workflows, and low-latency delivery for millions of users, and I enjoy mentoring teams to deliver robust, end-to-end software.\n\nI’m passionate about continuous learning, observability, and delivering business impact through reliable, scalable technology.

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Senior Full Stack Engineer / CTO at New Spark Media

January 1, 2018 - Present

Architected and deployed multi-tenant SaaS platforms and video pipelines at scale. Integrated AI/ML services (DeOldify/DeepAI) into client-facing media workflows for automated enhancement. Migrated legacy PHP stacks to PHP 8.3, Kubernetes, and modern CI/CD workflows. Optimized Redis and MariaDB infrastructure for high-throughput media workloads.

Senior Full Stack Engineer / CTO at AnthemFX

January 1, 2024 - Present

Scaled Laravel contest and scheduling systems with multi-tenant and timezone-aware logic. Built Vue 3 SPAs and a PWA customer interface with GraphQL-powered multiplayer prediction games. Improved backend performance via asynchronous workers, caching, and query optimization.

VP of Technology / Senior Full Stack Engineer at Filemobile / Newzulu / CrowdSpark

January 1, 2018 - October 8, 2025

Directed development of a global white-label UGC platform for enterprise clients. Integrated video encoding, moderation, and authentication services at scale. Led cloud migration to hybrid AWS/colo infrastructure.

Senior Software Engineer, Engineering Manager at Yahoo! Inc

August 1, 2009 - October 8, 2025

Built and optimized APIs and backend systems for high-traffic editorial and commerce apps. Scaled PHP-based platforms to 3x throughput via architectural improvements. Advanced CI/CD and observability practices across Yahoo’s media engineering teams.

Senior Software Engineer, Engineering Manager at Yahoo! Inc

August 1, 2009 - October 8, 2025

Built and optimized APIs and backend systems for high-traffic editorial and commerce apps; scaled PHP-based platforms; advanced CI/CD and observability across Yahoo’s media engineering teams.

VP of Technology / Senior Full Stack Engineer at Filemobile / Newzulu / CrowdSpark

January 1, 2018 - October 8, 2025

Directed development of a global white-label UGC platform for enterprise clients; integrated video encoding, moderation, and authentication services at scale; led cloud migration to hybrid AWS/colo infrastructure.

Senior Full Stack Engineer / CTO at New Spark Media

January 1, 2018 - Present

Architected and deployed multi-tenant SaaS platforms and video pipelines at scale; integrated AI/ML services into client-facing media workflows; migrated legacy PHP stacks to PHP 8.3, Kubernetes, and modern CI/CD workflows; optimized Redis and MariaDB for high-throughput workloads.

Senior Full Stack Engineer / CTO at AnthemFX

January 1, 2024 - Present

Scaled Laravel contest and scheduling systems with multi-tenant and timezone-aware logic; built Vue 3 SPAs and a GraphQL-powered multiplayer PWA; improved backend performance via asynchronous workers, caching, and query optimization.

VP of Technology at Filemobile / Newzulu / CrowdSpark / New Spark Media

January 1, 2009 - Present

Led engineering teams to modernize a SaaS UGC platform used by over 10 million users. Directed cross-functional teams across regions; delivered multiple products simultaneously. Built and maintained GDPR-compliant platforms integrating Shopify, WordPress, Widen, and Brightcove. Improved system uptime to 99.99%, enabling enterprise clients including USA Today, The Weather Network, CBC, Hearst Media, HP, and others. Designed enterprise media workflows for citizen journalism and e-learning. Enhanced reliability with disaster recovery strategies and reduced infrastructure costs by 30% through AWS migration and auto-scaling. Developed AI/ML-powered media validation, geo-triggered alerts, and live-streaming tools, boosting productivity by 45%.

Senior Software Engineer at Yahoo! Inc

December 31, 2002 - October 8, 2025

Built and scaled PHP/JavaScript applications supporting millions of daily transactions. Led modernization of Yahoo! Canada Shopping platforms and third-party integrations. Mentored engineers and developed internal leaders. Integrated scalable APIs and real-time content delivery systems for global media reach.

Senior Software Engineer → Engineering Manager at Yahoo! Inc

December 31, 2005 - October 8, 2025

Led engineering teams across Yahoo News, Finance, Entertainment, and Autos. Managed distributed teams across North and South America; promoted collaborative culture and consistent delivery. Maintained high-traffic properties with 24/7 uptime and excellent UX. Collaborated with Product, UX, and QA on roadmaps and feature delivery. Mentored engineers and developed internal leaders. Integrated scalable APIs and real-time content delivery systems for global media reach.

Engineering Manager at Yahoo! Inc

December 31, 2009 - October 8, 2025

Led cross-functional teams across major product verticals; owned roadmaps and feature delivery; fostered reliability, performance, and scalable architecture. Mentored engineers and built leadership pipelines; promoted collaborative culture and timely delivery across distributed teams.

VP of Technology at Filemobile / Newzulu / CrowdSpark / New Spark Media

January 1, 2009 - Present

Led engineering teams to modernize a SaaS UGC platform used by over 10 million users. Directed cross-functional teams across regions; implemented scalable, GDPR-compliant platforms integrating Shopify, WordPress, Widen, Brightcove. Improved system uptime to 99.99%, enabling enterprise clients like USA Today, The Weather Network, CBC, Hearst Media, HP, and others. Designed enterprise media workflows; implemented disaster recovery; migrated to AWS with auto-scaling reducing costs by 30%. Developed AI/ML-powered media validation, geo-triggered alerts, and live-streaming tools; accelerated prototyping with AI tooling.

Senior Software Engineer at Yahoo! Inc

December 31, 2002 - October 8, 2025

Built and scaled PHP/JavaScript applications supporting millions of daily transactions; modernized Yahoo! Canada Shopping platforms and third-party integrations. Promoted to manage engineering teams across Yahoo News, Finance, Entertainment, and Autos, overseeing distributed teams across North and South America; maintained 24/7 uptime and delivered roadmaps with cross-functional partners.

Engineering Manager at Yahoo! Inc

December 31, 2005 - October 8, 2025

Led cross-functional teams across major verticals; promoted to manage distributed teams and deliver feature roadmaps in collaboration with Product, UX, and QA.

Engineering Manager at Yahoo! Inc

December 31, 2009 - October 8, 2025

Led modernization initiatives for Yahoo! Canada Shopping platforms; oversaw teams in Toronto and Sunnyvale; delivered reliable, scalable services for high-traffic properties.

Senior Full Stack Engineer / CTO at New Spark Media

January 1, 2018 - Present

Architected and deployed multi-tenant SaaS platforms and scalable video pipelines. Integrated AI/ML services (DeOldify/DeepAI) into client-facing media workflows for automated enhancement. Migrated legacy PHP stacks to PHP 8.3, Kubernetes, and modern CI/CD workflows. Optimized Redis and MariaDB infrastructure for high-throughput media workloads.

Senior Full Stack Engineer / CTO at AnthemFX

January 1, 2024 - Present

Scaled Laravel contest and scheduling systems with multi-tenant and timezone-aware logic. Built Vue 3 SPAs and a GraphQL-powered multiplayer prediction game PWA. Improved backend performance via asynchronous workers, caching, and query optimization.

VP of Technology / Senior Full Stack Engineer at Filemobile / Newzulu / CrowdSpark

January 1, 2018 - October 8, 2025

Senior Software Engineer, Engineering Manager at Yahoo! Inc

August 1, 2009 - October 8, 2025

VP of Technology at Filemobile / Newzulu / CrowdSpark / New Spark Media

January 1, 2009 - Present

Led engineering teams to modernize a SaaS UGC platform used by over 10 million users. Directed cross-functional teams across regions; built scalable standard compliant (GDPR) platforms integrating third-party tools (Shopify, WordPress, Widen, Brightcove). Improved system uptime to 99.99%, increasing customer satisfaction and trust. This reliability enabled the company to serve enterprise clients including USA Today, The Weather Network, CBC, Hearst Media, HP, and others. Designed enterprise media workflows for industries like citizen journalism and e-learning. Enhanced system reliability with disaster recovery strategies and reduced infrastructure costs by 30% through AWS migration and auto-scaling. Developed AI/ML-powered media validation, geo-triggered alerts, and live-streaming tools, boosting productivity by 45%. Rapid prototyping and troubleshooting using AI tools to accelerate development.

Senior Software Engineer at Yahoo! Inc

January 1, 2002 - October 8, 2025

Built and scaled PHP/JavaScript applications supporting millions of daily transactions. Led modernization of Yahoo! Canada Shopping platforms and third-party integrations.

Software Engineer at Yahoo! Inc

January 1, 2005 - October 8, 2025

Integrated scalable APIs and real-time content delivery systems for global media reach; maintained high-traffic properties with 24/7 uptime and excellent user experience.

Engineering Manager at Yahoo! Inc

January 1, 2009 - October 8, 2025

Promoted to manage engineering teams across major verticals: Yahoo News, Finance, Entertainment, and Autos. Oversaw distributed teams across North and South America, promoting collaborative culture and consistent delivery.

Lead Software Engineer / VP of Technology at New Spark Media (formerly Filemobile / CrowdSpark / Newzulu)

January 1, 2009 - November 3, 2025

Architected and maintained core REST and GraphQL APIs powering a SaaS UGC media platform used by 10M+ active users. Designed and implemented video ingestion, transcoding, and delivery pipelines with FFmpeg for HLS/DASH simulated-live streaming, including bitrate optimization. Integrated media delivery with Nginx and CDN infrastructure, achieving sub-second playback latency for millions of simultaneous viewers. Replaced legacy third-party modules with in-house TypeScript/Node.js services, improving maintainability, throughput, and observability. Led AI-assisted content validation system, reducing human review time by 60%. Migrated from bare-metal to AWS Lambda, SQS, and SNS, cutting costs by 30% while achieving 99.99% uptime. Built a user-facing video portal for creators and an admin interface for clients with gamification, billing, quizzes, commenting, real-time chat, simulive streaming, and customizable UI.

Senior Software Engineer / Engineering Manager at Yahoo! Inc

January 1, 2009 - January 1, 2009

Led cross-functional teams across Canada, LATAM, and Europe to design robust backend services serving millions of users daily; migrated Yahoo! Shopping codebase, implemented PCI compliance updates, and developed features for the global Shopping Platform. Mentored engineers on scalable API architecture, clean code, and fault-tolerant design.