Hi, I'm Irv Lustigman, a senior full-stack software engineer with extensive experience in backend and frontend systems, API design, web applications, and scalable architectures. I've built and delivered systems across fintech, AI, robotics, and data-driven platforms, with an emphasis on performance, reliability, and clean design. After leading high-tech startups from concept to market, I deliberately returned to hands-on engineering—my original passion—where I focus on building robust systems and solving complex technical problems.

Irv Lustigman

Hi, I'm Irv Lustigman, a senior full-stack software engineer with extensive experience in backend and frontend systems, API design, web applications, and scalable architectures. I've built and delivered systems across fintech, AI, robotics, and data-driven platforms, with an emphasis on performance, reliability, and clean design. After leading high-tech startups from concept to market, I deliberately returned to hands-on engineering—my original passion—where I focus on building robust systems and solving complex technical problems.

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Hi, I’m Irv Lustigman, a senior full-stack software engineer with extensive experience in backend and frontend systems, API design, web applications, and scalable architectures.

I’ve built and delivered systems across fintech, AI, robotics, and data-driven platforms, with an emphasis on performance, reliability, and clean design. After leading high-tech startups from concept to market, I deliberately returned to hands-on engineering—my original passion—where I focus on building robust systems and solving complex technical problems.

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Language

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Work Experience

Independent Consultant
June 1, 2025 - Present
Senior Full Stack Software Engineer; currently working with multiple early-stage and growth-stage companies on backend and frontend systems, API design, and scalable architectures.
Senior Full Stack Software Engineer at One Wallet
April 1, 2023 - May 31, 2025
Designed and implemented One Wallet's insurance broker/customer platform; full stack development using Python, Django/FastAPI, React/Next.js; REST APIs; cloud deployment on AWS using Docker.
Senior Full Stack Software Engineer at Robotic Kitchen Automation Startup
April 1, 2021 - April 30, 2023
Led development of full stack web apps and integration with ROS-based robotic kitchen hardware; Python/Django/React; real-time control and data-driven features.
Senior Software Developer at AI Redefined (AIR)
April 1, 2019 - April 30, 2021
Worked on Cogment framework and reinforcement learning experiments; multi-agent environments; AI training and deployment; backend and frontend work.
VP Hardware / Embedded Software at OM Signal
January 1, 2013 - December 31, 2015
System-level architecture for wearable smart textiles; embedded software and firmware; vendor management; product definition and delivery.
President at Anten Labs
January 1, 2011 - December 31, 2012
Founded and led an early-stage augmented reality startup; strategic partnerships, product direction and team leadership.
VP Technology at Vrvana
January 1, 2016 - December 31, 2018
AR headset startup; led technology roadmap and hardware-software integration; acquisition by Apple.
CEO at Imaginum Inc.
January 1, 2008 - December 31, 2009
Led the company as CEO; product direction and market strategy for LED displays; growth and fundraising efforts.
President & CEO at Goal Semiconductor
January 1, 2001 - December 31, 2005
Directed strategic direction and product development; secured first major institutional customers; led fundraising and international sales channels.
VP Engineering at Goal Semiconductor
January 1, 2001 - December 31, 2002
Led engineering for semiconductor ASIC products; established product specifications and development processes; recruited and built teams.
Senior Design Engineer at Canadian Data Voice Switch
January 1, 1992 - December 31, 1994
Designed embedded circuits for LAN applications; DSP-based multi-channel voice compression, storage and playback systems.
Applications Engineer at IBM Micro-Electronics
January 1, 1996 - December 31, 1998
Marketing and technical support; prepared customer proposals and product specs; engaged with customers.

Education

Bachelor of Engineering at Concordia University
January 1, 1984 - January 1, 1987
Diploma in Education at McGill University
January 1, 1982 - January 1, 1983
Bachelor of Fine Arts at Concordia University
January 1, 1981 - January 1, 1982
Music Studies at Berklee College of Music
January 1, 1979 - January 1, 1980

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Industry Experience

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