I am an independent and adaptable senior software developer with a passion for delivering highly scalable, reliable web-based solutions across diverse industries. I thrive on building and guiding teams in Agile environments, delivering high-quality, low-bug code. My work centers on the .NET stack (C#, ASP.NET, .NET), Node.js, TypeScript and React, with hands-on experience across cloud platforms (Azure and AWS), CMS platforms like EPiServer and Umbraco, and enterprise-grade systems. I enjoy shaping technical direction, governance, and solution architecture while delivering practical, end-to-end software solutions.

Erno Newman

I am an independent and adaptable senior software developer with a passion for delivering highly scalable, reliable web-based solutions across diverse industries. I thrive on building and guiding teams in Agile environments, delivering high-quality, low-bug code. My work centers on the .NET stack (C#, ASP.NET, .NET), Node.js, TypeScript and React, with hands-on experience across cloud platforms (Azure and AWS), CMS platforms like EPiServer and Umbraco, and enterprise-grade systems. I enjoy shaping technical direction, governance, and solution architecture while delivering practical, end-to-end software solutions.

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I am an independent and adaptable senior software developer with a passion for delivering highly scalable, reliable web-based solutions across diverse industries. I thrive on building and guiding teams in Agile environments, delivering high-quality, low-bug code.

My work centers on the .NET stack (C#, ASP.NET, .NET), Node.js, TypeScript and React, with hands-on experience across cloud platforms (Azure and AWS), CMS platforms like EPiServer and Umbraco, and enterprise-grade systems. I enjoy shaping technical direction, governance, and solution architecture while delivering practical, end-to-end software solutions.

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Language

English
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Work Experience

Contract Senior C#/Web Developer at Gravity Media
September 1, 2025 - October 24, 2025
Led migration and enhancement of key ERP features from the legacy system to an Asp.Net + Preact-based platform; designed and implemented new functionality for the post-merger organization; integrated with third-party cloud systems to enable scalable, unified business tooling.
Enterprise Architect at NHS Test and Trace/UKHSA
December 1, 2024 - October 24, 2025
Governance of technology projects, developing strategy, guardrails and standardised delivery processes; managed governance meetings; architecture of Salesforce-based Case Management systems and associated reporting; advised on Azure/AWS-based systems and third-party SaaS use; reviewed BRDs and designed initial architectures.
Contract Senior C#/Web Developer at FSCS
July 1, 2020 - October 24, 2025
Rejoined to develop and enhance main web presences; led migration to Azure DevOps, redefined branching strategy; contributed to the SCV team; architected a flexible questionnaire system; modernised front-end with React/TypeScript; integrated Cucumber.js with Jest for automated BDD tests; established CI pipelines and publishing for a shared framework.
Contract Senior C#/Web Developer at FSCS
December 1, 2018 - October 24, 2025
Created a shared front-end framework based on Bootstrap 3, integrated with back-end stacks; modernised front-end to Bootstrap 4; built a component-based system with React.js and TypeScript; ensured IE11 compatibility; implemented CI pipelines and published components to Azure Artifacts.
Contract Senior C#/Web Developer at ShowBiz Software
March 1, 2018 - October 24, 2025
Led development for the web version of ShowBiz, focusing on order management, billing, membership, messaging, and reporting modules in preparation for launch.
CTO/Lead Developer/Director at Innovest Holdings
November 1, 2017 - October 24, 2025
Co-founded Innovest; defined business processes and strategic direction to help SMMEs grow; planned and implemented innovation-focused solutions and workflows.
Contract Senior C#/Web Developer at FSCS
March 1, 2017 - October 24, 2025
Maintained and enhanced the main FSCS web presence and the consumer-facing portals; led EPiServer CMS enhancements; contributed to intranet reporting and front-end modernization.
Senior C#/Web Developer at WPNChameleon
July 1, 2015 - October 24, 2025
CMS and e-commerce integration; implemented various payment integrations; led development on multiple high-profile sites (BigBusTours, Random House platform) and contributed to back-end and front-end architectures.
Web Developer at Parity Software CC
June 1, 2007 - October 24, 2025
Maintenance and development of Joburg.co.za; launched Cape.Town.co.za and Durbs.co.za; ASP.NET WebForms (VB.NET), SQL Server, AJAX, and web service exposure.
Junior Programmer/Accounts Manager at BookData/SAPnet
December 1, 2004 - October 24, 2025
Maintained websites and internal accounting system; prepared and uploaded images to Nielsen BookData FTP server; handled monthly invoicing workflows.

Education

Bachelor of Technology (BTech) Information Technology at Cape Peninsula University of Technology
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2005
Umbraco Certified Professional at Umbraco
January 1, 2014 - October 24, 2025
EPiServer Certified Developer at EPiServer
January 1, 2011 - October 24, 2025

Qualifications

BTEC National Diploma in Information Technology
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2004
Umbraco Certified Professional
January 1, 2014 - October 24, 2025
EPiServer Certified Developer
January 1, 2011 - October 24, 2025

Industry Experience

Software & Internet, Media & Entertainment, Healthcare, Education, Professional Services