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Hi, I’m Leith Painter, a software engineer with over 20 years of experience delivering cloud-based SaaS, data analytics, and enterprise integrations across multiple industries. I thrive on solving complex technical challenges and leading cross-functional teams to successful, on-time deliveries.
I’m passionate about Python, backend and frontend web development, and building a healthy work-life balance through side projects and continuous learning. I enjoy mentoring, agile coaching, and applying engineering best practices to drive value for clients and end users.
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Work Experience
Software Engineer at Self-employed
January 1, 2022 - October 31, 2025Doing software development for real time advanced analytics, decision support and game play recommendations. Using Javascript NICEGUI[vue.js/Fastapi] library, Python, Debian Linux, Cloud. Completed a SaaS suite of applications.
AI Teacher/Professor at Outlier AI
December 31, 2024 - December 31, 2024Reviewed and curated AI-generated educational content (Java, SQL, AI coursework) to improve large language model fluency and accuracy for student-facing applications. Acted as subject-matter expert in evaluating and refining LLM training data. Performed quality assurance on AI outputs, providing corrections, updates, and structured guidance for model improvement.
Scrum Master - Iteration/Release Manager/Agile and Lean Coach at Envision Digital Inc
December 31, 2022 - December 31, 2022Leading and facilitating API development for Digital Transformation ERP SaaS/Paas/IaaS Suite of Cloud Services. Implementing Agile as a coach, facilitating Scrum and Lean Software development best practices. Secured ongoing software development contract by negotiating with 3rd party development to avoid a stop-work contract; redesigned Jira processes and release transitions.
Carer at Family
December 31, 2024 - December 31, 2024Part-time/Full-time care for father with Alzheimer's and brother with special needs; setup internet, smart TV, daily living support, shopping, house duties; relocated to Australia to support family.
Software Engineer/System Architect/Devops at Infor Canada
December 31, 2018 - December 31, 2018Led software projects including cloud SaaS and managed hosted systems for major clients; Directed teams across multiple offices; implemented REST/SOAP services; migration to AWS; CI/DevOps; multi-geo deployments.
Software Engineer/DBA/Data Architect at Amazon Canada
December 31, 2009 - December 31, 2009Lead software projects for Amazon/AbeBooks; Built and migrated to SOA; implemented book inventory systems; built multi-tenant architecture, promoted Agile/Lean; implemented SOA messaging; oversaw DB migrations.
Software Engineer/DBA/Data Architect at Rocket Gaming
December 31, 2006 - December 31, 2006Led server-side software and database development for 80+ casino sites; built real-time accounting and reporting; managed cross-DB deployments (MySQL, SQL Server, PostgreSQL) and data warehouse; built 3rd party integrations.
Software Engineer/Lead/Database Developer at Boeing
December 31, 2003 - December 31, 2003Lead software and database development for aviation projects; transitioned to Agile; built SOA messaging and order processing; improved uptime/scalability.
Team Lead/Senior Software Engineer at Cimlinc-Delta/Pratt Whitney Canada/ Raytheon/ Lockheed Martin – Boeing
December 31, 2001 - December 31, 2001Led multiple teams; contributed to major aerospace projects; architected backend systems; migrated to Oracle, implemented data warehouse, led team transitions.
Team Lead/Senior Software Engineer at Vanite Consulting–Cimlinc - Boeing
December 31, 1997 - December 31, 1997Led server-side development; transitioned to Agile; built backend systems; team leadership.
Project Team Lead at Western Australian Police Department
December 31, 1994 - December 31, 1994Early career as project team lead; Natural/Adabas/Cobol mainframe work; projects under SSADM.
Project Team Lead at Building Management Authority
December 31, 1991 - December 31, 1991Early career in software development; Natural, Adabas, Cobol, etc.
Education
Bachelor of Business at Edith Cowan University
January 1, 1988 - December 31, 1990Qualifications
Agile, Scrum, Kanban and Lean Software Development certified
January 11, 2030 - October 31, 2025Project Management Professional - PMP certified
January 11, 2030 - October 31, 2025TDD – Test Driven Development, XP Programming, OO Analysis/Design
January 11, 2030 - October 31, 2025EJB, Servlets, Web Services Java Programming
January 11, 2030 - October 31, 2025Java and Oracle PL/SQL
January 11, 2030 - October 31, 2025Python Hero - Udemy Certification
January 11, 2030 - October 31, 2025Industry Experience
Software & Internet, Energy & Utilities, Professional Services, Government, Education
website running cloud vultr website co located - using python, nicegui/vue.js and redhat linux
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