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I’m Julian Cassin, a principal engineer and technical architect with over 20 years delivering large-scale, mission-critical systems across logistics, government, defence, automotive, and enterprise technology. I specialise in architecture, security, modernisation, and engineering leadership, helping teams define clear technical direction and build secure, scalable platforms.
Today I focus on enterprise security, AI orchestration, and collaborative systems through CyborgUnicorn, where I founded CyborgUnicorn to deliver integrated security, AI, and collaboration tools for automotive, defence, and logistics. I enjoy diving into complex legacy codebases, mentoring teams, and delivering production-ready solutions.
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Work Experience
Founder, Architect & Lead Developer at CyborgUnicorn
December 1, 2024 - PresentFounded my own business with a primary focus on CyborgShell, an AI agent orchestration tool designed for complex data and file transformations. Architected and developed a powerful AI platform with configurable pipelines, multi-agent collaboration, and a plugin-based architecture for custom transformers.
Architect & Lead Developer at RapidFMS
February 1, 2023 - PresentLed the design, architecture, and development of a comprehensive Freight Management System (FMS). Managed and mentored a small team, conducting code reviews and ensuring best practices were followed from initial design to final deployment on AWS.
Architect & Lead Developer at LinkedSuccess
February 1, 2023 - October 16, 2025Led a small team across two projects: an established school management system and a new product, LiveMate. Architected and developed a mobile API for native iOS and Android applications, as well as the full-stack for the LiveMate web application.
Senior Developer at SpecSavers
October 1, 2020 - October 16, 2025Sole developer on a team to develop and maintain the in-store digital product system, EasyPrice. Unified a fragmented codebase and led the migration and deployment of the system from AWS to a new Azure platform.
Senior Developer at Enter the Locked Room
June 1, 2019 - October 16, 2025Led a small team to build a custom e-commerce platform with unique purchase and rental functionalities. Designed the application architecture, data model, and UX, while integrating multiple payment gateways.
Lead Developer at Mitsukibo QuickIMS
January 1, 2018 - October 16, 2025Directed the full software development lifecycle for the QuickIMS project, including functional design, data modeling, and architecture. Provided technical and team leadership to develop a robust application framework for the platform.
Business Analyst & Lead Developer at ForestWorks
November 1, 2018 - October 16, 2025Led a multi-faceted role to deliver three consecutive projects for the forestry industry, acting as an informal project manager and lead developer. Managed the full development lifecycle for each project, including application design, API development, and security implementation.
Senior Developer & Business Analyst at Racing Australia
November 1, 2017 - October 16, 2025Over five years, led analysis, design, and development of new adaptive desktop and mobile products. Engaged directly with stakeholders, gathering requirements, leading workshops, and mentoring other developers.
SME, Senior Analyst, Lead Developer at Toll Holdings
September 1, 2011 - October 16, 2025Provided full-lifecycle support for critical freight management systems, transitioning from a contractor to a permanent employee and SME. Spearheaded the design, development, and support of TollConnect, a primary desktop FMS used by thousands of clients.
Senior Developer at Asta Solutions
November 1, 2015 - October 16, 2025Developed new plugin components for the Dulux colour visualizer within the Umbraco CMS.
Consultant at Web24
February 1, 2015 - October 16, 2025R&D on Windows Azure Pack and created a custom billing module.
Architect & Lead Developer at JMF Apps
March 1, 2011 - October 16, 2025Architected and developed a real-time time management system and several mobile applications.
Architectural Owner & Lead Developer at LinkedSuccess
October 1, 2020 - February 28, 2023Architectural owner for a multi-platform educational technology ecosystem. Designed cross-platform architecture spanning web, native mobile, and API layers. Established coding standards, review processes, and documentation practices. Architected LiveMate web application and all supporting API contracts. Served as escalation point for complex technical issues.
Technical Authority at SpecSavers
November 1, 2019 - October 1, 2020Technical authority for EasyPrice platform across 100+ stores. Unified fragmented codebase into a coherent, maintainable system. Led AWS → Azure cloud migration with zero downtime. Formalised technical documentation processes.
Senior Developer at Enter the Locked Room
October 1, 2018 - June 1, 2019Built custom e-commerce and rental platform end-to-end. Implemented payment gateways (PayPal, ZipPay, NAB Transact). Direct stakeholder engagement and requirements translation.
Lead Developer at Mitsukibo QuickIMS
October 1, 2016 - January 1, 2018Led full lifecycle of information management system. Designed GUI, data models, and underlying application framework. Provided hands-on technical leadership to developers.
Business Analyst & Lead Developer at ForestWorks
January 1, 2015 - December 31, 2018Delivered FBBP (compliance), TSDS (funding), and FOLS (self-service); native iOS/Android development; JIRA-led requirements workshops.
Senior Developer/Analyst at Racing Australia
January 1, 2012 - December 31, 2017Led analysis, design, and development for regulatory systems; dual technical & business roles; major digital transformation projects.
SME, Senior Analyst, Lead Developer for Enterprise Logistics at Toll Holdings
January 1, 2000 - December 31, 2011Architect of TollConnect (millions of daily transactions); innovation award recipient; led enterprise-grade logistics solutions.
Developer at Hansen Technologies
January 1, 1996 - January 1, 1998Early career developer contributing to multiple product lines across business software suites.
Developer at Coles Myer
January 1, 1998 - January 1, 1999Developer roles across retail technology teams, contributing to in-store and corporate systems.
Developer at Australian Dairy Corporation
January 1, 1999 - January 1, 2000Developer roles contributing to enterprise systems in the dairy sector.
Developer at BP Australia
January 1, 1999 - December 31, 2000Developer roles across energy-sector IT initiatives.
Education
Certificate of Achievement at Collingwood TAFE
January 1, 1989 - December 31, 1991Business Computer Programming at Collingwood TAFE
January 1, 1989 - January 1, 1991Qualifications
Industry Standards Training Distinction GS-193% for Database Software
January 11, 2030 - October 16, 2025Certificate of Achievement (Technical Innovation)
January 11, 2030 - December 12, 2025GS-193% Database Software Review – CPC Attack! Magazine
January 11, 2030 - December 12, 2025Security-clearance eligible
January 11, 2030 - December 12, 2025Industry Experience
Transportation & Logistics, Software & Internet, Government, Professional Services, Education, Manufacturing
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