Senior Software Engineer and Software Architect focused on building scalable systems and writing clean, maintainable code. I bring deep technical expertise, strong problem-solving skills, and a practical approach to delivering high-quality software.

Guy Irvine

Senior Software Engineer and Software Architect focused on building scalable systems and writing clean, maintainable code. I bring deep technical expertise, strong problem-solving skills, and a practical approach to delivering high-quality software.

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Senior Software Engineer and Software Architect focused on building scalable systems and writing clean, maintainable code. I bring deep technical expertise, strong problem-solving skills, and a practical approach to delivering high-quality software.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Value Stream Lead - SMB & FoE at Gallagher Security
January 1, 2020 - November 17, 2025
Led the Future Of Enterprise (FoE) Value Stream and SMB Value Stream, accelerating Gallagher Security's flagship product, Command Centre. Coordinated four cross-functional development teams, product managers, architects and UX designers to deliver multiple cloud-based products, including Apple Wallet Credential and OneLink (Cloud Connected Controllers). Enabled AccessNow pilot workflows for credentials and access requests as a precursor to general release. Collaborated with the Cloud Solutions Architect to establish an AWS Platform team to manage Gallagher's AWS-based assets and provide clear, consistent CI/CD support. Helped establish the UX Community within Gallagher Security, driving a more design-led, customer-focused delivery approach.
Head Cloud Architect - SMB at Gallagher Security
November 30, 2021 - November 30, 2021
Led the SMB cloud architecture and the delivery of Gallagher Security’s first cloud-based, mobile-first physical security solution. Managed two cross-functional development teams, a DevOps engineer, a product manager and a UX designer, collaborating closely with dedicated SMB teams covering technical support, sales and marketing.
Lead Cloud Architect - SMB at Gallagher Security
November 30, 2021 - November 30, 2021
Led the SMB product development team to deliver cloud-based security solutions, including defining technical strategy, architecture and cross-team collaboration to support scale.
Value Stream Lead - SMB at Gallagher Security
December 31, 2022 - December 31, 2022
Took on leadership of the SMB Value Stream, including the previously mentioned product development team plus tech support, marketing and sales. Drove continuous improvement and alignment of goals across stakeholders, supported by design-led practices and early UX involvement.
Software Architect / Development Lead
December 31, 2020 - December 31, 2020
Worked with a world-class development team to deliver solutions for local and international clients, in both outsourcing and insourcing arrangements, with a focus on solving problems through software.
Solution Architect, eSPACE at HealthShare Ltd
July 31, 2019 - July 31, 2019
Delivered a unified clinical workstation (eSPACE) for the five District Health Boards in the Midland Region. Focused on the Patient Work stream to support Emergency Department workflows and system integration, delivering architecture and solutions to improve clinical productivity.
Rapid Prototyping Manager at Livestock Improvement Corporation
January 1, 2018 - January 1, 2018
Hands-on leadership establishing and running the Rapid Prototyping Team within R&D. Led cross-functional work with a team of seven to develop software products addressing farm-scale problems.
Farm Systems Architecture & Infrastructure Manager at Livestock Improvement Corporation
January 1, 2012 - January 1, 2012
Managed the architecture and infrastructure arm, overseeing multi-AGILE teams to take LIC’s flagship product MINDA from desk top to web. Coordinated commercial software initiatives and cross-functional delivery.
Value Stream Lead - SMB & FoE at Gallagher Security
December 31, 2025 - December 31, 2025
Led the Future Of Enterprise (FoE) Value Stream, coordinating cross-functional teams including product managers, architects and UX designers to accelerate Gallagher Security's flagship cloud-enabled product strategies.
Solution Architect at HealthShare Ltd
July 31, 2019 - July 31, 2019
Role focused on delivering a unified clinical workstation for five District Health Boards; contributed to patient workflow solutions to support the Emergency Department.
Rapid Prototyping Manager at Livestock Improvement Corporation
December 31, 2018 - December 31, 2018
Hands-on leadership establishing and running the Rapid Prototyping Team; led a seven-person team to develop software products for farmers, applying lean development practices to solve farm-related problems.
Architecture & Infrastructure Manager at Livestock Improvement Corporation
December 31, 2012 - December 31, 2012
Managed the Architecture and Infrastructure team within Farm Systems; led cross-functional Agile efforts to take LIC’s flagship product MINDA from desktop to web.

Education

Bachelor of Computing & Mathematical Sciences at University Of Waikato
January 1, 1994 - January 1, 1997
Strategic Leadership Programme at Institute of Strategic Leadership
January 1, 2023 - January 1, 2023
Performance Focused Leadership at Gallagher
January 1, 2024 - January 1, 2024
Life Styles Inventory at Human Synergistics
January 1, 2023 - January 1, 2023
Developing Solutions for Microsoft Azure at Microsoft
January 1, 2020 - January 1, 2020
Microsoft Certified Professional at Microsoft
January 1, 2012 - January 1, 2012
Performance Focused Leadership at Gallagher
January 1, 2024 - November 17, 2025
Strategic Leadership Programme at Institute of Strategic Leadership
January 1, 2023 - November 17, 2025
Lifestyles Inventory at Human Synergistics
January 1, 2023 - November 17, 2025
Evolving Leadership at Radically
January 1, 2022 - November 17, 2025
Advanced Distributed Systems Design using SOA & DDD at Particular Software
January 1, 2012 - November 17, 2025
Microsoft Certified Professional at Microsoft
January 1, 2012 - November 17, 2025
Bachelor of Computing & Mathematical Sciences at University of Waikato
January 1, 1994 - January 1, 1997

Qualifications

Microsoft Certified Professional
January 1, 2012 - November 17, 2025
Developing Solutions for Microsoft Azure
January 1, 2020 - November 17, 2025
Strategic Leadership Programme
January 1, 2023 - January 1, 2023
Performance Focused Leadership
January 1, 2024 - January 1, 2024
Life Styles Inventory
January 1, 2023 - January 1, 2023
Performance Focused Leadership
January 1, 2024 - November 17, 2025
Strategic Leadership Programme
January 1, 2023 - November 17, 2025
Lifestyles Inventory
January 1, 2023 - November 17, 2025
Evolving Leadership
January 1, 2022 - November 17, 2025
Advanced Distributed Systems Design using SOA & DDD
January 1, 2012 - November 17, 2025
Microsoft Certified Professional
January 1, 2012 - November 17, 2025
Bachelor of Computing & Mathematical Sciences
January 1, 1994 - January 1, 1997

Industry Experience

Software & Internet, Professional Services, Manufacturing, Healthcare, Education, Agriculture & Mining