I'm Tim Valentine, an engineer and technical translator who bridges the gap between complex machine logic and human-centered goals. I'm an expert in Linux, VoIP, and automation, with a knack for communicating technical depth to diverse stakeholders. I design scalable infrastructures, automate deployments with Ansible/AWX and Docker, and help teams translate complex concepts into actionable plans to deliver reliable and secure solutions.

Tim Valentine

I'm Tim Valentine, an engineer and technical translator who bridges the gap between complex machine logic and human-centered goals. I'm an expert in Linux, VoIP, and automation, with a knack for communicating technical depth to diverse stakeholders. I design scalable infrastructures, automate deployments with Ansible/AWX and Docker, and help teams translate complex concepts into actionable plans to deliver reliable and secure solutions.

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I’m Tim Valentine, an engineer and technical translator who bridges the gap between complex machine logic and human-centered goals. I’m an expert in Linux, VoIP, and automation, with a knack for communicating technical depth to diverse stakeholders.

I design scalable infrastructures, automate deployments with Ansible/AWX and Docker, and help teams translate complex concepts into actionable plans to deliver reliable and secure solutions.

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Experience Level

Expert
Expert
Expert
Expert
Expert
Expert
Expert
Intermediate
Intermediate

Language

Māori
Intermediate

Work Experience

Senior Linux Engineer - DevOps at Fletcher Building
May 1, 2025 - December 31, 2025
Migrated company wide PHP applications on Oracle Enterprise Linux across PHP 5.6, 7.3 and 8.3. Built containerised workloads across NodeJS and Python for modern web applications on SiteHost. Designed and developed Ansible workflows for app deployment across Windows and Linux. Designed and developed Docker environment for app deployment including base containers, Ansible playbook and Jenkins job. Achievements: Successful migration of all applications; creation of a docker environment and workflow.
Systems Architect at CBROS Technologies
April 1, 2023 - March 31, 2025
Manage key large clients (1500+ extensions). Design & architect network and VoIP solutions. Development and deployment of 1500+ extension, highly available (active/passive) 3CX phone system.
Senior Network and Systems Engineer at CBROS Technologies
January 1, 2019 - April 30, 2023
Develop and test new firewall solutions. Develop and test network and infrastructure automation. Manage a technical team of 4. Provide Tier 3 support to existing customers. Achievements: Deployment of a cloud firewall solution using the Juniper vSRX; Deployment of a new core network using Juniper MX routers and an MPLS core.
Systems Engineer at CBROS Technologies
November 1, 2017 - January 31, 2019
Develop and test cloud VoIP infrastructure. Develop and test automation and monitoring stack. Install network and VoIP equipment. Automate workflow and operational tasks. Provide Tier 2 and 3 support to existing customers. Achievements: Deployment of new cloud VoIP infrastructure utilising Debian, 3CX, SEMS and VMWare; deployment of new monitoring and automation stack utilising Netbox, Nagios and Ansible.
CLNE Refurbishment Engineer at Spark New Zealand
October 1, 2014 - June 30, 2017
Configure Client Located Network Equipment (CLNE) with deploy or full configurations. Test configured devices for connectivity. Refurbish returned CLNE to factory state ready for redeployment. Manage stock. Achievements: Programmatically automated manual tasks that improved productivity and the development of a stock management database.
Sea View Site Manager - Theme Camp Coordinator at Splore Dynamics
February 1, 2014 - February 28, 2018
Coordinate theme camps, campers and other elements. Manage installation and setup of theme camps and other vendors. Responsible for all operations in the Sea View Zone.
Project Manager - Chairman at Temple for Christchurch
March 1, 2013 - November 30, 2013
Recruit all staff. Manage all finances including fundraising. Manage timelines and slippage. Manage construction of final art installation. Coordinate with all vendors and ensure timely execution of deliverables.
Project Manager at International Arts Megacrew
June 1, 2011 - September 1, 2011
Manage and train a team. Design and develop visual concepts. Manage construction and installation.
Site Manager - Event Coordinator at Kiwiburn
January 1, 2009 - January 31, 2016
Develop procedures and manuals. Coordinate on site art installations. Manage on duty problems and liaise with external agencies.
Freelance Developer at Self-Employed
January 1, 2001 - December 31, 2008
Develop web solutions on a freelance basis in PHP4, Python and Perl.
Freelance Developer / Software Engineer at Self-Employment
January 1, 2001 - December 31, 2008
Pre 2008, worked as a Freelance Developer utilizing multiple languages but mostly focused on PHP/MySQL web solutions.

Education

Te Ara Reo Māori - He Pī ka Pao (level 1/2) at Te Wānanga o Aotearoa, Auckland, New Zealand
January 1, 2019 - December 31, 2021
Te Ara Reo Māori - He Pī ka Rere (level 3/4) at Te Wānanga o Aotearoa
January 1, 2019 - December 31, 2019
Te Rōnakitanga ki te Reo Kairangi (level 5) at Te Wānanga o Aotearoa
January 1, 2021 - December 31, 2021
National Certificate in Project Management Level 4 at Southern Institute of Technology, Invercargill, New Zealand
January 1, 2013 - December 31, 2013

Qualifications

Juniper Networks Certified Internet Associate
January 11, 2030 - February 12, 2026
Juniper Networks Certified Automation and DevOps Associate
January 11, 2030 - February 12, 2026
Juniper Networks Certified Mist AI Associate
January 11, 2030 - February 12, 2026
Certified Ethical Hacker and Countermeasures Expert - US Council
January 11, 2030 - February 12, 2026
MikroTik Certified Network Associate
January 11, 2030 - February 12, 2026
Cisco Certified Entry Networking Technician
January 11, 2030 - February 12, 2026
CCNP
January 11, 2030 - February 12, 2026
CCNA Security
January 11, 2030 - February 12, 2026

Industry Experience

Software & Internet, Telecommunications, Media & Entertainment, Professional Services, Other