Profile

I am an experienced backend developer and system architect with 25 years of experience building robust, scalable, and mission-critical platforms.


My core expertise lies at the intersection of telecommunications and modern cloud architecture, specializing in SMS/RCS gateways and distributed systems with extreme uptime requirements.


I have extensive experience operating and optimizing complex database environments, particularly with Percona XtraDB Cluster (PXC) and ProxySQL, ensuring seamless scaling and fault tolerance in transaction-heavy environments.


I am passionate about creating systems that are both technically elegant and operationally resilient, and I actively explore how Generative AI can be integrated to add value to existing workflows.

Work Experience

11.2000 – Present
Senior Network Engineer / System Architect / Software Developer
Eurobate AS
  • Development of SMS and Email APIs – API documentation
  • Zimbra email and CRM services
  • Nagios monitoring system
  • Operation of VPN services (OpenVPN, IPsec, WireGuard)
  • Setup and maintenance of RabbitMQ Cluster in Kubernetes
  • Setup and maintenance of ProxySQL in Kubernetes
  • Integration of Generative AI (Vertex AI) into backend workflows
  • Integration of email dispatch via SendGrid (Twilio)
  • Development of customer club loyalty solutions featuring advanced contact querying for customer segmentation based on specific criteria
  • Development of RCS tools (Rich Communication Services) for next-generation rich mobile messaging
  • Development of Eurobate Customer Portal with services and analytics for SMS and email campaigns
  • Development of custom email marketing system with templates, email builder, and tracking for opens and clicks
  • Migration from traditional virtual machines to Kubernetes and microservices for redundancy and scalability
  • Development of proprietary internal CRM system for deeper integration with existing infrastructure
  • Automated billing integration with cloud accounting platforms (24SevenOffice, Finago, Fortnox)
  • Responsible for operations and development of messaging infrastructure (SMS, MMS, RCS)
  • Architect behind migration of services to Google Cloud Platform (GCP)
  • Server administration: VMware, Ubuntu, Slackware, MS Server
  • Software development: PHP, Go Lang, Perl, Bash scripting, Java (Android), Python
  • Web technologies: JavaScript, CSS, HTML, AJAX, jQuery, ExtJS
  • Operation and optimization of Percona XtraDB Clusters with ProxySQL, MySQL, Redis
  • DNS administration (BIND) and mail servers (Postfix, Dovecot, Cyrus)
  • Development of Bluetooth solutions and Android applications (Yr.no widget, Swix waxing tips)
  • Hardware procurement and infrastructure maintenance (servers and workstations)
10.1999 – 11.2000
Network Engineer
Primærdata AS
  • Responsible for IT operations of all internal computers and servers
  • Administration of Novell 5 with GroupWise and ZENworks 2.0
  • Administration of NT Server 4.0 with SQL, IIS, and ColdFusion
  • Setup and administration of Linux servers (POP3/IMAP, Web, DNS, Proxy)
  • Responsible for backup routines using Tivoli Storage Manager
  • Administration of NT Terminal Server supporting approx. 30 clients
01.1999 – 06.1999
Technician
Næringsakademiet
  • Hardware administrator and helpdesk support, Windows NT 4.0 installations
  • Maintenance and recovery of computer labs and workstations
  • Evening lab tutoring and student guidance
01.1997 – 01.1999
Technician / Sales Representative
Lefdal Elektromarked
  • Sales and servicing of computer hardware and equipment
  • PC repairs, system recovery, hardware and software installation for customers
10.1996 – 07.1998
Military Service – Communications Soldier (Signals)
Norwegian Armed Forces
  • Operated teleprinter communications and message dispatching services
  • Data processing and operation of military computer-based telephone switchboard systems
10.1995 – 11.1997
Sales Consultant
OBS Triaden
  • Retail sales in the sports and electronics/computing departments

Education

1998 – 1999
Vocational College (IT Project)
Computer Science, Næringsakademiet
  • Courses: Visual Basic, MS-DOS, Windows 95, NT Server/Workstation, Novell NetWare, Data Communications, Project Management, Computer Technology.
1994 – 1996
General Academic Studies (Gymnasium)
Lørenskog Upper Secondary School

Certifications

MCP - Windows NT Server 4.0
MCP - Windows NT Workstation 4.0
MCP - Networking Essentials
IBM Netfinity - Technical Training (PSS & PSE)
IBM Netfinity - Windows NT Installation
LDA10-40 - Domino Infrastructure & Apps

Courses & Other Skills

Selected Courses
  • Siemens Nixdorf: Fundamentals of PC Theory and Practice.
  • V5075: Netfinity Server Windows NT Installation.
  • LDA40/30/20: Domino Infrastructure, Deployment & Maintenance.
Other Experience
  • Various freelance programming projects: Development of SMS horoscope mobile services, among others.
  • Over 25 years of hands-on experience with Linux (special emphasis on Slackware and Ubuntu).
  • Deep expertise in PHP, Perl, and Shell scripting.