About
Highly experienced Senior Software Developer with over 20 years of dedicated expertise in online payment systems and internet-based banking applications, primarily leveraging Java technologies. Proven track record in full-stack development, front-end specialization, and critical system implementations for major financial institutions across diverse international markets. Passionate about web standards, application security, and emerging internet technologies, actively contributing to the tech community.
Work
Sydney, NSW, Australia
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Summary
Led full-stack development with a focus on front-end for the Bank Payment Hub/Open Payment Framework, contributing to critical financial infrastructure and ensuring compliance with industry standards.
Highlights
Developed and maintained the NPP (New Payments Platform) product, implementing critical industry requirements and providing direct production support to key NPP clients, ensuring high availability and compliance.
Executed prototype and Proof-of-Concept (POC) development for large financial institutions, demonstrating feasibility and driving innovation in banking solutions.
Contributed to significant project work for major Danish and French banking groups, and an Australian bank, delivering customized payment solutions and enhancing system capabilities.
Served as SSDLC (Secure Software Development Lifecycle) and OSS (Open Source Software) Governance liaison, ensuring secure software development practices and managing open-source software compliance across projects.
Acted as Accessibility and Usability watchdog, and CSS/JavaScript library guardian, championing web standards and enhancing user experience for complex financial applications.
Brussels, Brussels-Capital Region, Belgium
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Summary
Architected and developed secure document exchange and customer portals, driving the migration of critical online bill-payment and e-invoicing platforms.
Highlights
Developed the CertiONE document exchange portal and customer portal, enhancing digital communication and service delivery for clients.
Led the migration of MyCertipost to the CertiONE platform, streamlining online bill-payment and e-invoicing processes.
Developed a Proof-of-Concept (POC) for online registered mail, exploring new secure communication channels.
Authored comprehensive product documentation, ensuring clear technical specifications and user guides.
Brussels, Brussels-Capital Region, Belgium
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Summary
Developed and customized back-office systems for POS/Gateway administration, supporting merchant operations for major banking groups.
Highlights
Developed the Back Office system for administration of POS/Gateway System and Merchants, improving operational efficiency.
Customized Back Office solutions for a Czech banking group, tailoring systems to specific client requirements.
Contributed to product documentation, ensuring accurate and accessible technical information for new software features.
Brussels, Brussels-Capital Region, Belgium
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Summary
Developed and integrated critical payment security systems, including 3-D Secure ACS and SET protocols, for international financial institutions.
Highlights
Developed the Back Office for 3-D Secure ACS System administration, managing Issuer and Cardholder accounts to enhance payment security.
Led MasterCard Chip-UCAF POC development and ProxyPay POS development, advancing secure transaction technologies.
Conducted product integration training and authored documentation, facilitating seamless adoption of new payment solutions.
Performed SET POS integration testing with CitiCorp Germany/Singapore and customized Banksys banxafe SET POS, ensuring interoperability and compliance.
Provided installation, customization, and support for SET ServerWallet for VSBi Netherlands, Europay, Interpay (ABN Amro pilot), and Banksys banxafe wallet, ensuring robust security infrastructure.
Represented the company at international trade fairs (CeBIT, Cartes, Europay Forum, ProtonWorld, SET Forum), showcasing payment solutions and fostering industry connections.
Antwerp, Flanders, Belgium
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Summary
Managed part-time sales operations while independently providing graphic and web design services, laying foundational skills in digital media.
Highlights
Managed part-time sales operations, contributing to store revenue and enhancing customer satisfaction.
Operated as a self-employed graphic and web designer, developing foundational skills in digital media and client-facing project execution.
Education
Skills
Payment Systems & Protocols
NPP (New Payments Platform), SEPA, Proton, SET, Bancontact/MisterCash, Maestro, 3-D Secure, SPA/UCAF, Payment Processing, Acquiring.
Web Technologies & Frameworks
HTML5, CSS3, RWD (Responsive Web Design), JavaScript, jQuery, AngularJS, Bootstrap, Highcharts, Raphael, XML-XSLT, Microformats, RDFa, OpenId, JSP/Servlets, Struts, Tiles, Wicket, Vaadin, PHP, ASP-VBScript, SQL.
Cybersecurity & Governance
OWASP, Web Application Security, Static Code Analysis, OSS (Open Source Software) Governance, Network Intrusion Detection (Snort), SSDLC (Secure Software Development Lifecycle), CISSP Principles.
Databases & Operating Systems
IBM DB2, Oracle 11 DB, MS SQL Server, Windows 10, macOS, CentOS, IBM Websphere PS, IIS, AWS S3/Route53, Google App Engine.
Development Tools & Methodologies
IBM Websphere, Eclipse, IntelliJ IDEA, VS Code, Coda, Subversion, Git, MS Office, Information Architecture, Web Standards, Usability, Accessibility, Mobile Design, User-Centered Design.
Interests
Web Application Development
Web Standards, Web Application Security, New Internet Technologies.
Photography
Digital Photography, Photo Arts.
Community Engagement
Sydney Web Community, User Groups, Conferences.