I am a Full Stack Developer with over 20 years of experience across software development, technical leadership, and agile delivery. I design and implement end-to-end systems, from architecture to deployment and ongoing support. I have a strong background in SaaS platforms and cloud-based architectures, working with modern technologies including React, TypeScript, Python, and AWS. I enjoy contributing as a senior developer and technical lead on complex projects, shaping system design, development standards, and team practices. I focus on building reliable, maintainable systems and improving how teams deliver software through better tooling, CI/CD, and development processes. I collaborate closely with stakeholders and cross-functional teams to understand problems and deliver practical, effective solutions.

Rob Allan Clayton

I am a Full Stack Developer with over 20 years of experience across software development, technical leadership, and agile delivery. I design and implement end-to-end systems, from architecture to deployment and ongoing support. I have a strong background in SaaS platforms and cloud-based architectures, working with modern technologies including React, TypeScript, Python, and AWS. I enjoy contributing as a senior developer and technical lead on complex projects, shaping system design, development standards, and team practices. I focus on building reliable, maintainable systems and improving how teams deliver software through better tooling, CI/CD, and development processes. I collaborate closely with stakeholders and cross-functional teams to understand problems and deliver practical, effective solutions.

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I am a Full Stack Developer with over 20 years of experience across software development, technical leadership, and agile delivery. I design and implement end-to-end systems, from architecture to deployment and ongoing support. I have a strong background in SaaS platforms and cloud-based architectures, working with modern technologies including React, TypeScript, Python, and AWS.

I enjoy contributing as a senior developer and technical lead on complex projects, shaping system design, development standards, and team practices. I focus on building reliable, maintainable systems and improving how teams deliver software through better tooling, CI/CD, and development processes. I collaborate closely with stakeholders and cross-functional teams to understand problems and deliver practical, effective solutions.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Senior Full Stack Developer at Biarri Networks
January 1, 2022 - December 31, 2024
Led end-to-end development for the FOND network design SaaS platform, spanning a React front-end and Python-based services on AWS. Contributed to system design and cloud architecture for scalable delivery, and worked across payments, data integration, and reporting. Implemented and maintained CI/CD pipelines and deployment processes. Collaborated with product managers and stakeholders to translate business needs into robust solutions, and contributed to development standards and code reviews. Achievements include delivering Stripe-based payment gateway, supporting data warehousing and integration initiatives, and enhancing alerting and integration for improved platform visibility and reliability.
Senior Developer at Alinta Energy
January 1, 2021 - December 31, 2022
Developed front-end and back-end components using React, .NET Core, and Apollo GraphQL within a microservices architecture on Azure. Led payment gateway integration for the customer portal and contributed to a large agile team delivering payments and portal improvements. Ensured ongoing support and enhancements post go-live and contributed to development standards and code reviews.
Lead Developer at Latrobe Financial
January 1, 2021 - December 31, 2021
Supported and extended a suite of connected front-end and back-end applications across technologies ranging from legacy .NET to .NET 5. Worked on integration between multiple systems, including legacy and modern platforms. Supported and extended mobile client systems using Xamarin and interfaced with Unix-based backends via TCP/IP. Contributed to cross-platform integration efforts and ensured delivery aligned with business needs.
System Team Lead at Emergency Services Telecommunications Authority (ESTA)
January 1, 2020 - December 31, 2020
Managed a team of 12 specialists across networking, GIS, data, applications, systems development, and database functions, delivering both project and BAU activities. Responsibilities included workload planning, daily stand-ups, one-on-one coaching, and introducing Jira with agile and Kanban workflows to improve visibility and delivery.
Technical Team Lead and Architect at Silverlake
January 1, 2016 - December 31, 2020
Led the delivery of a cross-platform tool to generate banking applications and supported cloud transitions to AWS/Azure. Designed and implemented scalable microservices, delivered integration solutions (including ESB), and introduced agile practices across the team while providing training and code reviews.
Solution Architect / Team Lead at RMIT University
January 1, 2015 - December 31, 2016
Responsible for solution design, architecture, and ongoing support across multiple agile delivery teams. Delivered architecture for tactical marketing solutions, Salesforce integrations, and student recruitment projects; contributed to design council decisions and advised teams on architecture implementation.
Technical Team Lead at Yarra Trams
January 1, 2015 - December 31, 2015
Led a development team delivering Passenger Information Display (PID) software for Melbourne tram stations. Designed and implemented PID software and supporting backend services, developed centralised prediction services for real-time tram arrival data, and defined failover, load testing, and security measures to ensure reliability.
Technical Team Lead at Visionstream
January 1, 2013 - December 31, 2015
Supported telecommunications network rollout projects with architecture, integration, and team leadership across local and offshore teams. Designed and implemented integration solutions for workforce management, managed data, reporting, and system architecture, and led the transition of legacy systems toward MVC/REST-based architectures. Implemented a company-wide UAM with single sign-on and integrated platforms including Active Directory, BizTalk, and Oracle Financials.
Development Manager at Streamline Solutions
January 1, 2009 - December 31, 2013
Oversaw technical direction and architecture while delivering the eTouchpoint platform for large-scale banking and enterprise clients. Collaborated with client teams across Malaysia and Singapore, delivered technical presentations and training, and managed R&D initiatives, including government grant submissions.
Technical Team Lead at Streamline Solutions
January 1, 2005 - December 31, 2009
Managed a development team, defined coding standards and development practices, and designed core components of the eTouchpoint platform. Delivered CRM and web-based solutions for enterprise clients and provided training and mentoring to new developers. Drove agile adoption and played a key role in platform rollout across the organization.
Consultant / Lead Programmer at Streamline Solutions
January 1, 1999 - December 31, 2005
Early-career role spanning consultant and lead programmer responsibilities, focusing on the design and development of the eTouchpoint platform for large banking projects. Delivered CRM solutions for enterprise and university clients, contributed to R&D initiatives, and supported client training and onboarding.

Education

Doctor of Computer Science at Monash University, Melbourne, Australia
January 11, 2030 - April 16, 2026
Bachelor of Computer Science (Hons) at Monash University, Melbourne, Australia (Golden Key Award)
January 11, 2030 - April 16, 2026

Qualifications

Doctor of Computer Science
January 11, 2030 - April 16, 2026
Bachelor of Computer Science (Hons)
January 11, 2030 - April 16, 2026

Industry Experience

Software & Internet, Professional Services