Full-stack leader & product-focused builder. I drive 0→1 innovation, scale teams, and deliver thoughtful, clean tech.

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Status
Actively looking
Not looking
Open to new opportunities
Previously hired through SkillsRobin
Location
Sydney
-
Open to relocating
Commitment
Full-time; Casual / Freelance / Part-time; Join as a startup co-founder
Availability from time of offer
Immediately
Experience
7+ years
 experience
Top 3 programming languages/frameworks
TypeScript, Next.js (React), Node.js
Also knows
Python, Java, Vue.js, OpenAI API, LangChain basics (AI workflows)
Preferred work environment
Hybrid
Interested in working involving

In my next role, I'm looking for an opportunity that allows me to perform hands-on technical leadership with strategic product thinking. I work well in environments where I can take ideas from concept to scalable execution, whether that's as a founder, fractional CTO, or a senior engineer. I'm particularly drawn to mission-driven products and early-stage innovation.

Not interested in work involving

I'm generally not interested in roles that are purely maintenance-focused or involve legacy tech stacks without no plan for modernisation.

Other information
I can bring a balanced mix of technical depth, product thinking, and execution. I’m looking to work with teams who value clarity and ownership. Teams which believe in delivering real impact and not just shipping features.
Able to work in Australia without visa sponsorship
Requires visa sponsorship to work in Australia

Pay expectations

Full-time
$
175000
per year
Casual / Contract
$
120
per hour
Pay is negotiable in exchange for equity
Pay is not negotiable in exchange for equity
Open to volunteering or working for equity only
Not interested in volunteering or working for equity only if joining as a co-founder

Referred by

James Cooke
Founding Director / Head of Product Design & Innovation
June 16, 2025
  •  
I managed them directly
Sumit consistently showed outstanding technical skill and a meticulous attention to detail, producing high‑quality, user‑friendly interfaces. He consistently exceeded expectations, predicting project needs and solving problems before they appeared. Sumit was an exceptional collaborator—always engaged in solution‑driven discussions, was open to feedback, and was generous in sharing his knowledge with the team. His professionalism, positive attitude, and dedication made him an invaluable member of the team.

Work experience

Proudest professional achievement
One of my proudest achievements is founding The Micro Vault, a SaaS platform simplifying research workflows, now used by multiple US universities. I built the product end-to-end, leading full-stack development, designing the architecture, and managing the go-to-market strategy. Not just the tech part, but I’m also proud of turning a complex, fragmented academic process into a simple, usable tool that researchers genuinely rely on. It’s a strong example of using thoughtful engineering and product design to solve a real-world problem at scale.

Founder

Innovative local discovery platform startup • Dec 2024 - Present

  • Building a comprehensive platform connecting individuals with local classes and activities, streamlining discovery and booking processes while providing essential business management tools for service providers

Head of Engineering | Founder

Specialized SaaS platform for scientific research • Apr 2024 - Present

  • Developed a centralized platform for securing and managing microbial research data, enabling streamlined collaboration and data management for researchers globally

Lead Full Stack Engineer

Strategic technology consultancy • Nov 2021 - Mar 2025

  • Led development of component libraries and web applications for major agricultural technology clients, enhancing UI consistency and performance across platforms
  • Contributed to full stack development across various company products, improving integration and functionality

Senior Frontend Engineer

Major state government revenue authority • Feb 2021 - Nov 2021

  • Developed high-fidelity multi-step forms for land tax systems, enhancing user experience for government services
  • Engineered common components and shared code, optimizing frontend logic for extensive data-rich modules

Senior Full Stack Engineer

Leading global hospitality technology platform • Sep 2020 - Feb 2021

  • Contributed to full stack development of new system modules including GraphQL endpoints
  • Implemented complete automation of end-to-end testing suites to ensure robust functionality and reliability

Lead FullStack Engineer

Major Australian telecommunications corporation • Jul 2019 - Sep 2020

  • Led development and maintenance of internal web applications using micro-services and micro-frontend architecture
  • Created comprehensive component library and integrated APIs, enhancing application interoperability

Senior Frontend Engineer

National Airline • Jan 2019 - Jul 2019

  • Integrated marketing tasks into content-driven platform to streamline campaign rollouts
  • Developed features for complex web applications, coordinating campaigns and collaborating with backend teams

Lead Frontend Developer - Strategy, Marketing and Innovation

Major Australian telecommunications corporation • Sep 2017 - Jan 2019

  • Built customer guidance system for Small-Medium Business unit using blogs and insights
  • Created flexible tech fund system with customizable shopping cart for business customers

Frontend Developer - Digital Sales

Major Australian telecommunications corporation • Oct 2016 - Sep 2017

  • Developed retail navigation system helping customers browse products and connect with service advisors

Asst. Technology Architect

Fortune 500 transportation corporation • Apr 2015 - Oct 2016

  • Technology leadership role at major railway infrastructure company

Product Technical Lead

Global financial technology corporation • Jun 2013 - Mar 2015

  • Led mobile application development and technology initiatives for international fintech solutions

Transformation Lead

Major Australian banking institution • May 2012 - May 2013

  • Led technology transformation and data migration initiatives for one of Australia's largest banks

Data Migration Specialist

UK cooperative financial services organization • Jun 2010 - Apr 2012

  • Specialized in data migration and technology transformation for cooperative banking services

Technology Analyst

Mexican banking institution • Oct 2009 - May 2010

  • Technology analysis and implementation for banking systems in Latin American market

Senior Software Engineer

Global technology consulting corporation • Apr 2007 - Sep 2009

  • Software engineering role at major international IT services company

Software Engineer

Leading telecommunications equipment manufacturer • Sep 2005 - Mar 2007

  • Software development for telecommunications infrastructure and networking solutions

Education

Bachelor of Technology (B.Tech.), Computer Science

Guru Premsukh Memorial College Of Engineering

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Referred by

James Cooke
Founding Director / Head of Product Design & Innovation
June 16, 2025
I managed them directly
Sumit consistently showed outstanding technical skill and a meticulous attention to detail, producing high‑quality, user‑friendly interfaces. He consistently exceeded expectations, predicting project needs and solving problems before they appeared. Sumit was an exceptional collaborator—always engaged in solution‑driven discussions, was open to feedback, and was generous in sharing his knowledge with the team. His professionalism, positive attitude, and dedication made him an invaluable member of the team.

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