I'm Philip A Senger, Lead Software Engineer and Manager specializing in end-to-end solutions across Finance, Healthcare, Energy, and SaaS platforms. I excel at stakeholder collaboration, full-stack development, and leading multi-disciplinary teams to successful deployments. I'm passionate about mentoring and translating complex requirements into scalable technical solutions. I enjoy turning ideas into maintainable systems and helping teams grow.

Philip A Senger

I'm Philip A Senger, Lead Software Engineer and Manager specializing in end-to-end solutions across Finance, Healthcare, Energy, and SaaS platforms. I excel at stakeholder collaboration, full-stack development, and leading multi-disciplinary teams to successful deployments. I'm passionate about mentoring and translating complex requirements into scalable technical solutions. I enjoy turning ideas into maintainable systems and helping teams grow.

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I’m Philip A Senger, Lead Software Engineer and Manager specializing in end-to-end solutions across Finance, Healthcare, Energy, and SaaS platforms. I excel at stakeholder collaboration, full-stack development, and leading multi-disciplinary teams to successful deployments.

I’m passionate about mentoring and translating complex requirements into scalable technical solutions. I enjoy turning ideas into maintainable systems and helping teams grow.

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Work Experience

Senior Software Engineer at Data Mesh Group
June 1, 2023 - October 19, 2025
Led migration of multi-tenant web apps to Next.js-based frontend and Node.js backend; integrated with AWS services; established cross-team collaboration, architecture governance, and performance monitoring.
Senior Software Engineer at ARQ Group (NRMA IT)
June 1, 2022 - October 19, 2025
Led major backend modernization and cloud integration; collaborated with stakeholders to scope requirements; implemented CI/CD pipelines and AWS deployments.
Senior Engineer (Freelance) at Grumpy Sailor Creative Services
December 1, 2021 - October 19, 2025
Delivered CMS components and interactive CMS content; worked closely with clients and vendors to roll out seamless experiences across multiple platforms.
Practice Lead - Cloud-Native Applications at HorizonX
May 1, 2021 - October 19, 2025
Led cross-functional team to design and implement cloud-native solutions using AWS CDK, Terraform, and serverless technologies; established go-to-market and delivery practices.
Tech Lead at Academy XI
June 1, 2018 - October 19, 2025
Directed strategic technical direction, mentoring, and delivery of educational apps and platforms; implemented Agile processes to improve team flow.
Principal Application Developer at SAS Institute
April 1, 2015 - October 19, 2025
Led a cross-functional team to develop multi-tenant SaaS solutions; implemented CI/CD, accessibility, testing automation; contributed to API and web modules.
Advisory Software Engineer at IBM Internet Security Services
September 1, 2012 - October 19, 2025
Architected and developed a multi-tenant SaaS security service; led cross-language development, vendor coordination, and reusable pattern creation.
Tech Lead / Architect at Odecee ( Cognizant )
November 1, 2015 - October 19, 2025
Led engagement across multiple internal components; implemented CI/CD pipelines and improved release processes for enterprise apps.
Full Stack Engineer at 1Cover (Insurance Geeks/Zoom Travel Insurance/Compare Travel Insurance/Car Hire Excess)
March 1, 2025 - March 1, 2025
Led the migration of two high-traffic sites from legacy Java Grails to NextJS, delivering significant cost savings through AWS resource optimization and cleaner, more maintainable code. Deconstructed legacy Grails systems into modular requirements and API specifications, enabling a transition to a cost-efficient AWS-based Quoting Service. Drove content strategy via Markdown/MDX, optimized deployment pipelines with AWS CDK and Terraform, and built services (including a HEIC image converter) to reduce manual intervention and improve processing speed. Introduced Architecture Decision Records (ADRs) to enable clear, unbiased decision-making aligned with business goals and standardised onboarding, testing, and documentation to support scalable future migrations.
Senior Engineer at DataMesh Group
June 1, 2023 - June 1, 2023
Collaborated with the CTO and Engineering Manager to identify and mitigate risks for major business initiatives. Engineered correlation ID logging across downstream systems, established baseline metrics and a scientific approach to performance tuning, and transitioned from Jenkins/Bitbucket to GitLab Enterprise. Led monolith-to-microservices transformation, migrated legacy ReactJS consoles, and gained experience with Erlang, Elixir, and Phoenix. Integrated modernised systems into GitLab pipeline SDLC with automated artefact generation and security scanning.
Senior Engineer at Arq Group (NCS AU Pty LTD)
June 1, 2022 - June 1, 2022
Spearheaded modernization efforts as a contractor across ReactJS/NodeJS initiatives, establishing architectural standards for REST APIs and contributing to transition toward SaaS-oriented components. Facilitated knowledge transfer and code quality improvements, while aligning technical work with business goals and security considerations.
React Js and Node Js Consultant at Direct Health CRC (Lorica Health)
May 1, 2019 - May 1, 2019
Contract work focused on front-end and back-end JavaScript improvements, enabling more robust and scalable healthcare solutions within the Lorica Health program.
Senior Developer Cloud at Macquarie Corporate Operation (COG)
December 1, 2018 - December 1, 2018
Delivered cloud-based development and integration work, contributing to scalable architecture and secure identity management in a corporate cloud environment.
Tech Lead at Academy XI
June 1, 2018 - June 1, 2018
Led technical initiatives, mentored teams, and helped drive curriculum alignment with industry practices in a full-time capacity.
Lead Technical at IAG (Coles Insurance/NRMA)
September 1, 2017 - September 1, 2017
Contractor delivering technical leadership across projects, contributing to architecture decisions, and mentoring teams.
Technical Director at Zoo Republic
April 1, 2016 - April 1, 2016
Led technical direction for initiatives, shaping architecture and delivery practices within a short-term engagement.
Lead Software Engineer at Odecee (Cognizant)
November 1, 2015 - November 1, 2015
Led software engineering efforts, contributing to code quality, delivery timelines, and cross-team collaboration.
Principal Application Developer at SAS
May 1, 2015 - May 1, 2015
Delivered principal development work across applications, aligning with business goals and performance targets.
Advisory Software Engineer at IBM (Internet Security Services)
September 1, 2012 - September 1, 2012
Provided advisory software engineering expertise, contributing to security-focused initiatives and architectural guidance.

Education

Bachelor's in Engineering Graphics at Western Michigan University
January 1, 1993 - January 1, 1993
Minor in Computer Science at Western Michigan University
January 1, 1993 - January 1, 1993

Qualifications

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Industry Experience

Computers & Electronics, Software & Internet, Financial Services, Education, Healthcare, Manufacturing, Media & Entertainment, Energy & Utilities, Professional Services

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