I'm a highly skilled Senior Software Engineer with 10+ years of experience designing and building both backend systems and full‑stack applications. I have a proven track record delivering robust REST and GraphQL APIs, using Node.js to create maintainable, scalable solutions. I have deep expertise in cloud platforms with hands‑on experience deploying and managing production systems on AWS, including serverless architectures with AWS Lambda. I mentor junior engineers, drive technical best practices, and collaborate across teams to align technical work with business goals, delivering value for SaaS, B2B, financial services, and e‑commerce.

Lawrence Colman

I'm a highly skilled Senior Software Engineer with 10+ years of experience designing and building both backend systems and full‑stack applications. I have a proven track record delivering robust REST and GraphQL APIs, using Node.js to create maintainable, scalable solutions. I have deep expertise in cloud platforms with hands‑on experience deploying and managing production systems on AWS, including serverless architectures with AWS Lambda. I mentor junior engineers, drive technical best practices, and collaborate across teams to align technical work with business goals, delivering value for SaaS, B2B, financial services, and e‑commerce.

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I’m a highly skilled Senior Software Engineer with 10+ years of experience designing and building both backend systems and full‑stack applications. I have a proven track record delivering robust REST and GraphQL APIs, using Node.js to create maintainable, scalable solutions.

I have deep expertise in cloud platforms with hands‑on experience deploying and managing production systems on AWS, including serverless architectures with AWS Lambda. I mentor junior engineers, drive technical best practices, and collaborate across teams to align technical work with business goals, delivering value for SaaS, B2B, financial services, and e‑commerce.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Senior Software Engineer at SEEK
January 1, 2022 - Present
Founding technical team member in designing systems to migrate and integrate job marketplaces; built event-driven serverless architecture and centralized backend, coordinating REST/GraphQL APIs and Node.js services for scalable online marketplaces.
Backend Software Developer at VidCorp
October 1, 2017 - October 1, 2018
SaaS mobile marketing, communications and engagement startup; built CRM integrations and messaging flows using PHP and JavaScript, aligning with multiple CRM vendors.
Software Engineer at The Big Red House
January 1, 2016 - July 1, 2017
Led design and development of inventory and storefront management integrations with the Shopify API for online stores.
Software Engineer at Retirement Living Services Division
August 1, 2013 - December 1, 2015
Designed and maintained a web portfolio for over 100 retirement villages, practicing Agile methods and collaborating with cross‑functional teams.

Education

Graduate Certificate of Artificial Intelligence at Deakin University
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2024
Master of Information Technology at University of Melbourne
January 11, 2030 - December 23, 2025
Postgraduate Diploma of Information Technology (Data Management) at Monash University
January 11, 2030 - December 23, 2025
Bachelor of Computing at Swinburne University of Technology
January 11, 2030 - December 23, 2025
Associate Degree in Business at RM IT University
January 11, 2030 - December 23, 2025

Qualifications

AWS Certified Solutions Architect
January 11, 2030 - December 23, 2025

Industry Experience

Software & Internet, Professional Services, Financial Services, Retail, Education