I'm a versatile senior technologist and IT executive with 30+ years of experience building scalable platforms across Online Travel Agency (OTA), e-commerce, affiliate marketing, and enterprise SaaS. I specialize in React, Django, Python, PostgreSQL, TypeScript, API integrations, and automation. I have led end-to-end system architecture, modernized legacy platforms, and delivered measurable improvements to performance, UX, and revenue. As a cross-functional leader, I partner with engineering, product, marketing, HR, finance, and global operations to define technical vision, accelerate delivery, and drive digital transformation for global markets.

Trinthana Wattana

I'm a versatile senior technologist and IT executive with 30+ years of experience building scalable platforms across Online Travel Agency (OTA), e-commerce, affiliate marketing, and enterprise SaaS. I specialize in React, Django, Python, PostgreSQL, TypeScript, API integrations, and automation. I have led end-to-end system architecture, modernized legacy platforms, and delivered measurable improvements to performance, UX, and revenue. As a cross-functional leader, I partner with engineering, product, marketing, HR, finance, and global operations to define technical vision, accelerate delivery, and drive digital transformation for global markets.

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I’m a versatile senior technologist and IT executive with 30+ years of experience building scalable platforms across Online Travel Agency (OTA), e-commerce, affiliate marketing, and enterprise SaaS. I specialize in React, Django, Python, PostgreSQL, TypeScript, API integrations, and automation. I have led end-to-end system architecture, modernized legacy platforms, and delivered measurable improvements to performance, UX, and revenue.

As a cross-functional leader, I partner with engineering, product, marketing, HR, finance, and global operations to define technical vision, accelerate delivery, and drive digital transformation for global markets.

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Language

English
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Work Experience

Lead Developer and System Architect at LBF Travel Inc.
October 1, 2023 - Present
Lead developer and system architect for multiple OTA platforms including VacationSavers and CompareYourFare, plus partner integrations. Designed and implemented backend and frontend systems using React, TypeScript, Python/Django, PostgreSQL, and modern API architecture. Built and optimized integrations with Kayak, Booking.com, HotelCombined, internal APIs, and third-party affiliate systems. Modernized legacy components, improving search performance and system stability by 40-60%. Collaborated with global product, data, support, and marketing teams.
Managing Director — Technology & Operations at Mondee Technologies Ltd. (Thailand)
May 1, 2006 - February 1, 2024
Oversaw full operations of the Thailand subsidiary of Mondee Technologies (USA), covering engineering, product, marketing, HR, finance, customer support, and business operations. Led teams of 40+ across multiple functions and coordinated with HQ in California on product strategy and execution. Directed development of multiple OTA brands (BookingWiz, Hotelwiz), B2B/B2C booking engines, CRM tools, and call-center applications. Improved reliability and streamlined workflows, driving digital transformation and scalable systems for global markets.
Chief Technology Officer (CTO) at Bisnews AFE (Thailand) – Reuters Affiliate
May 1, 2006 - February 1, 2024
Lead architect for global OTA platform used by thousands of travelers daily. Designed and implemented scalable search, booking, analytics, payment, and pricing engines using a modernized tech stack. Developed automated fare caching, fraud detection workflows, and multi-channel API integrations (hotel, flight, car). Improved API response times by 45% and increased conversion rates by 20% through architectural enhancements. Mentored senior developers, set engineering standards, and implemented Agile processes.
Technical Development Manager at Bisnews AFE (Thailand) – Reuters Affiliate
February 1, 2004 - June 1, 2008
Led development of trading platforms and stock information systems. Oversaw projects including Apex, Liberty-M, and Order Routing Systems. Built and nurtured a high-performance dev team from scratch. Implemented processes to improve delivery velocity and system reliability.
Software Engineer / Team Lead (Various Roles) at Global Care Solution; Merrill Lynch Phatra Securities; Infosys Solutions (Sydney); Millenium Software Solutions; EDS; MC Software Co., Ltd.
January 1, 1994 - January 1, 2004
Developed modules for healthcare software and financial systems; contributed across multiple roles and projects, including hospital information systems, reconciliation, and enterprise solutions; gained broad exposure to global client needs and cross-functional collaboration.
Developer at LBF Travel Inc.
October 1, 2023 - Present
Lead developer and system architect for multiple OTA platforms including VacationSavers, CompareYourFare, and partner integrations. Design and implement backend and frontend systems using React, TypeScript, Python/Django, PostgreSQL, and modern API architecture. Built and optimized integrations with Kayak, Booking.com, HotelCombined, internal APIs, and third-party affiliate systems. Modernized legacy components, improving search performance and system stability by 40–60%. Collaborated directly with global product, data, support, and marketing teams.
Software Engineer / Team Lead (Various Roles) at Various Roles
January 1, 1994 - January 1, 2004
Global Care Solution – Developed modules for healthcare software (Hospital 2000, Amalga PACS). Merrill Lynch Phatra Securities – Implemented financial reconciliation and document systems. Infosys Solutions, Sydney – Senior Consultant solving technical issues for Australian clients. Millenium Software Solutions / Clinical Networx, Dallas, TX – Managed development of Clinical Master and other medical solutions. EDS (Thailand/Australia) – Delivered projects for POS, EDI, and internal systems in the retail and library sectors. MC Software Co., Ltd. (Mitsubishi Group IT Arm) - Designed and implemented enterprise systems across industries including automotive, logistics, and finance.

Education

Master of Science in Computer Science at Rangsit University
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 1998
Bachelor of Arts in Accounting Information System at Chulalongkorn University
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 1994
Certified ScrumMaster at Scrum Alliance
January 1, 2019 - April 30, 2026
MS in Computer Science at Rangsit University
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 1998
BA in Accounting Information System at Chulalongkorn University
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 1994

Qualifications

Certified ScrumMaster
January 1, 2019 - April 30, 2026
Certified ScrumMaster
January 1, 2019 - April 30, 2026

Industry Experience

Travel & Hospitality, Software & Internet, Professional Services, Other