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Hi, I’m John Forster. I’m a software architect and hands-on developer with over 30 years of experience leading teams and delivering complex cloud-based solutions. I specialize in Azure, .NET, and modern DevOps practices, and I enjoy guiding projects from architecture to production.
I’m passionate about building scalable systems, mentoring teams, and collaborating with stakeholders to align technology with business goals. I’m looking for a development team leader role where I can apply my experience to drive client success and foster high-performing teams.
Language
English
Fluent
Work Experience
Senior Azure Architect at Fusion5 Limited
September 1, 2021 - PresentLead cloud architecture design and implementation for modernised online financial systems; Azure PaaS/IaaS hosted platform; C# development in Azure Functions; Open APIs; DevOps release pipelines; ISO 27001 compliance.
Consulting Manager at Fusion5 Limited
November 1, 2017 - September 1, 2021Oversaw CRM product implementations in government and education sectors; led a team of 8-10; defined SDLC standards; introduced test automation; liaison with clients.
Development Manager at Fusion5 Limited
September 1, 2012 - November 1, 2017Management of CRM customization team; team leadership; SDLC standards; development tooling; full SDLC involvement.
Technical Lead, Technical Project Manager, Scrum Master at CodeHQ Limited
January 1, 2011 - September 1, 2012Technical leadership on multi-tenant SaaS project; implemented Agile; architecture oversight; Scrum Master for NZ/Asia team; mentoring.
Technical Project Manager at OnePath (NZ) Limited
May 1, 2010 - January 1, 2011Project management for Client Communications SaaS project; coordination with mail house; managed SQL reporting pipeline; scrum of 5+ developers.
Developer/Technical Project Manager at CodeHQ Limited
March 1, 2010 - April 1, 2010HTML to PowerPoint translator project; intranet app maintenance; contributed to copyright intranet app front-end.
Senior Developer at 2talk Limited
May 1, 2009 - February 1, 2010Maintenance and enhancement of core system databases; call rating & billing; performance improvements; VoIP services.
Technical Project Manager at CodeHQ Limited
November 1, 2006 - April 1, 2009Managed HR/Remuneration and legal sector projects; codify development processes; Vietnam team coordination; client relationship.
Senior A/P at CodeHQ Limited
July 1, 2005 - November 1, 2006A/P for ERP-like functions; EAI projects across trading; architecture and development.
Senior A/P at EDF Trading Co
May 1, 2004 - June 1, 2005Architect on EAI project to integrate broker apps; trading risk; built web services; UI components; trading automation
Software Development Manager at BT Financial Group
January 1, 2001 - February 1, 2004Managed development team and consultants; architecture enhancements; VB6/ASP; data architecture; funds management experience.
Contract Analyst/Programmer at Enron Capital Trading Limited
September 1, 1998 - November 1, 2000Socrates valuation system; risk calculations; maintained EnPower suite; mentoring; remote work.
Education
Bachelor of Science in Computer Science at Auckland University
January 1, 1989 - January 4, 2026Qualifications
Scrum Master
January 1, 2010 - January 4, 2026Prince II Practitioner
January 1, 2008 - January 4, 2026Microsoft Azure Fundamentals
January 1, 2020 - January 4, 2026Industry Experience
Financial Services, Government, Education, Software & Internet, Professional Services, Real Estate & Construction, Energy & Utilities, Media & Entertainment, Retail
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