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Seasoned Software Architect, Technical Leader, and Full-Stack Developer with 20+ years of experience delivering scalable SaaS platforms, cross-platform mobile solutions, AI automation systems, and modern cloud-native applications. I combine deep technical execution with high-level strategic leadership — designing architectures, leading teams, implementing automation, managing product lifecycles, and driving end-to-end delivery. I have founded and led multiple technology ventures (Qirvo, Violt, Orby), architected enterprise systems across mobility, fintech, insurance, and AI automation, and executed modernization strategies for both start-ups and global enterprises. My experience spans Next.js, React, Node.js, TypeScript, C#, .NET MAUI, Kotlin, Azure, Firebase, MongoDB, and AI/ML workflows. I excel at roles requiring delivery, leadership, clarity, strategy, architecture, technical problem-solving, documentation, integration, and product direction — making me highly effective across Leadership & Strategy, Implementation & Integration, and Creative & Communication career tracks.…Seasoned Software Architect, Technical Leader, and Full-Stack Developer with 20+ years of experience delivering scalable SaaS platforms, cross-platform mobile solutions, AI automation systems, and modern cloud-native applications. I combine deep technical execution with high-level strategic leadership — designing architectures, leading teams, implementing automation, managing product lifecycles, and driving end-to-end delivery. I have founded and led multiple technology ventures (Qirvo, Violt, Orby), architected enterprise systems across mobility, fintech, insurance, and AI automation, and executed modernization strategies for both start-ups and global enterprises. My experience spans Next.js, React, Node.js, TypeScript, C#, .NET MAUI, Kotlin, Azure, Firebase, MongoDB, and AI/ML workflows. I excel at roles requiring delivery, leadership, clarity, strategy, architecture, technical problem-solving, documentation, integration, and product direction — making me highly effective across Leadership & Strategy, Implementation & Integration, and Creative & Communication career tracks.

Edward Whitehead

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Seasoned Software Architect, Technical Leader, and Full-Stack Developer with 20+ years of experience delivering scalable SaaS platforms, cross-platform mobile solutions, AI automation systems, and modern cloud-native applications. I combine deep technical execution with high-level strategic leadership — designing architectures, leading teams, implementing automation, managing product lifecycles, and driving end-to-end delivery. I have founded and led multiple technology ventures (Qirvo, Violt, Orby), architected enterprise systems across mobility, fintech, insurance, and AI automation, and executed modernization strategies for both start-ups and global enterprises. My experience spans Next.js, React, Node.js, TypeScript, C#, .NET MAUI, Kotlin, Azure, Firebase, MongoDB, and AI/ML workflows. I excel at roles requiring delivery, leadership, clarity, strategy, architecture, technical problem-solving, documentation, integration, and product direction — making me highly effective across Leadership & Strategy, Implementation & Integration, and Creative & Communication career tracks.…Seasoned Software Architect, Technical Leader, and Full-Stack Developer with 20+ years of experience delivering scalable SaaS platforms, cross-platform mobile solutions, AI automation systems, and modern cloud-native applications. I combine deep technical execution with high-level strategic leadership — designing architectures, leading teams, implementing automation, managing product lifecycles, and driving end-to-end delivery. I have founded and led multiple technology ventures (Qirvo, Violt, Orby), architected enterprise systems across mobility, fintech, insurance, and AI automation, and executed modernization strategies for both start-ups and global enterprises. My experience spans Next.js, React, Node.js, TypeScript, C#, .NET MAUI, Kotlin, Azure, Firebase, MongoDB, and AI/ML workflows. I excel at roles requiring delivery, leadership, clarity, strategy, architecture, technical problem-solving, documentation, integration, and product direction — making me highly effective across Leadership & Strategy, Implementation & Integration, and Creative & Communication career tracks.

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Seasoned Software Architect, Technical Leader, and Full-Stack Developer with 20+ years of experience delivering scalable SaaS platforms, cross-platform mobile solutions, AI automation systems, and modern cloud-native applications. I combine deep technical execution with high-level strategic leadership — designing architectures, leading teams, implementing automation, managing product lifecycles, and driving end-to-end delivery.

I have founded and led multiple technology ventures (Qirvo, Violt, Orby), architected enterprise systems across mobility, fintech, insurance, and AI automation, and executed modernization strategies for both start-ups and global enterprises. My experience spans Next.js, React, Node.js, TypeScript, C#, .NET MAUI, Kotlin, Azure, Firebase, MongoDB, and AI/ML workflows.

I excel at roles requiring delivery, leadership, clarity, strategy, architecture, technical problem-solving, documentation, integration, and product direction — making me highly effective across Leadership & Strategy, Implementation & Integration, and Creative & Communication career tracks.

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Work Experience

Founder/Developer at Qirvo

June 1, 2025 - Present

Founded Qirvo, an AI-powered command platform that connects apps, devices and workflows. Built a plugin marketplace (free and paid) with the Qirvo SDK, Echo CLI with AI automation, memory and task tracking, and GitHub integration. Introduced AI Dev Agent features (Telegram and email notifications) and designed a monorepo with layered MongoDB memory to retain context. Launched the qirvo.ai branding, site, and investor materials, and led GTM efforts including beta testing and developer outreach.

Software Developer at SmartTask

December 1, 2021 - Present

Upgraded Xamarin Forms solution to .NET MAUI, enabling Android/iOS releases on modern OS versions. Led UI modernization and platform upgrades to enable new deployments. Developed native applications using Jetpack Compose and Kotlin; implemented NFC, facial recognition, and QR code scanning across multiple apps.

Software Developer (Contract) at Thinkology

November 1, 2021 - September 26, 2025

Developed a mobile application project for the beauty industry client (IIAA), implemented NFC features, refactored to MVVM, and resolved performance bottlenecks to improve UI responsiveness.

Senior Software Developer (Contract) at AZ Consulting

April 1, 2022 - September 26, 2025

Conducted architectural reviews and solution upgrades in Xamarin Forms for UK & SA clients; produced technical reports and participated in candidate technical interviews.

Founder at Payment Bee Inc.

June 1, 2025 - September 26, 2025

Built Flutter/Firebase app for gratuity payments in the restaurant industry; leading expansion toward a global FinTech gateway with blockchain integration (Go, Rust, Solidity).

Senior Software Developer / Team Lead at Bumblebee Cape Town

September 1, 2021 - September 26, 2025

Team Lead for cloud-based insurance solution (C#, .NET Core, Angular, Azure). Designed and implemented Azure DevOps pipelines and led the MobeeWash upgrade; acted as an SME for architecture patterns and modernization strategies.

Senior Software Developer (Contract) at iOCO

October 1, 2019 - September 26, 2025

Led development of the Sanlam mobile app (PWA deployed to Android/iOS via Capacitor). Delivered the first enterprise mobile app for a division within two sprints; designed responsive hybrid/mobile solutions with scalable architectures.

Career Break at Self-Employed

March 1, 2019 - September 26, 2025

Took planned time off to start an events business and upskill in Angular, .NET Core and cloud technologies.

Mobile Software Architect / Senior Application Developer at FedEx

March 1, 2018 - September 26, 2025

IT Lead for Mobility & Customs Clearance (Southern Africa). Migrated legacy customs clearance to a SaaS cloud solution; developed and launched courier mobile applications; improved data transfer speeds by 200%; led porting of legacy Windows Mobile app to Xamarin.