ANATOLY LITOVSKY
Platform Eng. Lead
Auckland
Summary
TECHNICAL LEADER A top-performing, versatile, self-directed professional with 20 + years of diverse experience in Platform ,DevOps, Integration and software systems development seeks to bring talent and performance to an organization that values high drive, energy, and dedication to achieve results. An exceptional provider of solutions by combining problem resolution, analytics, root cause determination, and key software expertise. Instrumental in developing training initiatives, improving processes, and properly handling confidential materials to meet organization goals while providing high-quality service. Excel at developing strategic solutions, inclusive of cross-functional team collaboration to achieve objectives and leveraging decision-making with the ability to think critically during high-paced events and render innovative solutions to complex issues. Possess strong developer skills that drive team productivity while contributing to long-term business performance. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy. Organized and dependable ,successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Ready to help team achieve company goals.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
6
6
Clouds
Work History
Architect
Red Hat (Contract)
Auckland, New Zealand
11.2024 - Current
- OCP cloud migration.
- Building AI powered migration workflows.
- ICP to OpenShift migration.
- Bare-metal Ansible provisioning.
- Openshift Provisioning.
- MongoDB setup and trouble shooting in Kubernets.
- IBM gateway troubleshooting.
Lead FW Engineer ( Contract )
ADWAY
Auckland New Zealand
02.2022 - Current
- Designed and built a custom Linux distribution for the ADWAY projection prototype, tailored for embedded system performance and hardware constraints.
- Integrated an optical distortion correction solution to ensure accurate projection alignment and visual fidelity.
- Developed and maintained multiple Linux ARM distributions targeting platforms such as Texas Instruments (TI) and Quectel modules, optimizing for stability and hardware compatibility.
- Engineered a customized Android distribution for the ADWAY projection system, enabling enhanced functionality and user interaction on Gen2 devices.
- Designed and implemented an over-the-air (OTA) update framework supporting both Gen1 (Linux-based) and Gen2 (Android-based) systems, ensuring reliable and secure remote software updates.
SENIOR INFRASTRUCTURE AUTOMATION CONSULTANT
BNZ (Contract)
09.2022 - 11.2024
- Delivered Terraform on-prem provisioning management system
- Delivered CICD pipeline for on-prem Terraform modules
- Implementing controls and applying organization policies for on-prem deployment
- Enabling team self service provisioning
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in team environment
- Cultivated interpersonal skills by building positive relationships with others
- Build Splunk and Dynatrace deployment in AAP
LEAD DEV CONSULTANT
IBM NEW ZEALAND
Auckland
01.2021 - 01.2022
- Delivering Air New Zealand ticket generation project
- Leading 22 developers in 3 squads
- Replacing Oracle Bi publisher with Free Marker java implementation
- Establishing DevOps and Delivery process for dev squads
- Day to day development guidance
- Air New Zealand Flight planing squad scrum master
- Shaping flight planing software replacement squad
- Supporting IBM Garage recruiting
- ANZ investment portal replacement
- Building authentication OpenShift sidecar for ANZ deployments
- Enabling ADFS auth for multiple deployments using Node JS express server
- Establishing DevOps process for multiple components in Portal
- Leading system team for BP card management upgrade
- Delivering data stream processing system for transaction reconciliation
- Establishing CI/CD process
- Managing data analysis effort to handle multiple source data matching.
Product Owner / Senior Software Developer / SRE
NEXTSPACE LIMITED (Contract)
Auckland
03.2018 - Current
- Performed as Product Manager for XmPlant product
- Performed as Senior software developer Bruce System
- Performed as SRE for Bruce infrastructure for last 3 years
- Key Accomplishments: Supporting multiple SAP integration project with XmPlant data conversion capabilities Debugging and resolving front end 3D rendering issues for Bruce typescript front end
- Delivered parts of java back end for managing geo spatial related data
- Establishing tavern based integration test framework for Bruce back end API
- Building multi region EKS deployment and later migrating it to Rancher Kubernetes over Vultr.
HEAD of R&D
CLOUDPURGE PTY
Auckland
01.2017 - 03.2018
- Developed of initial POC implementation for Cloudpurge protection product
- Performed as head of R&D for development and testing teams of 10 contributes
- Key Accomplishments: Designed and Lead development of remote browsing system
- Lead integrating of Cloudpurge system with Cisco Umbrella
- On boarding multiple developers into Cloudpurge team
- Designing and implementing DevOps system for Cloudpurge system
- EKS and AKS deployment of Cloudpurge System using Terraform
CONSULTANT / DEVOPS COACH / DEVOPS SQUAD TECH LEAD
IBM NEW ZEALAND
Auckland
01.2017 - 01.2018
- Performed as DevOps Tech Lead and DevOps coach for Vodafone NZ
- Lead squad of 5 engineers to establish CI/CD capability
- Containerized front end test automation of Vodafone web site
- Established CI process for Vodafone fronted and back end services
- Established GIT flow review and merge process
- Implemented and promoted Infrastructure as code throughout different teams.
- Prepared presentations to explain revisions, enhancements and process improvements of organization's systems and programs
PRINCIPAL SOFTWARE ENGINEER
CUBIC DEFENSE NEW ZEALAND
Auckland
01.2016 - 01.2017
- Performed as Principal Software Engineer in mobile development team
- Key Accomplishments: Leading AR team of 3 engineers to showcase Cubic capabilities at ITSEC and other trade-shows
- Developed cross platform mobile application from scratch using Xamarin framework
- Developed cross platform mobile service for relaying radio data between custom radio network and front end application
- Developed and AR framework based on HoloLens for ground force training.
- Worked with software development and testing team members to design and develop robust solutions to meet client requirements for functionality, scalability, and performance
SENIOR SOFTWARE ENGINEER
RED HAT, INC
ISRAEL
01.2014 - 01.2016
- Performed as Senior Software Engineer with oversight of oVirt node and RHEVM/H project with maintenance of system-wide C.I
- System and adherence to all timelines and milestones for releases
- Key Accomplishments: Collaborate in team project with oVirt node and commercial counterpart RHEV-H distributors to all set specifications and engineering design intent
- Trace and debug all packages in RHEV-H distribution with advanced troubleshooting tools
- Develop and maintain oVirt/RHEVM appliance.
- Worked with project managers, developers, quality assurance and customers to resolve technical issues
SENIOR FIRMWARE ENGINEER / INTEGRATOR
SAMSUNG ISRAEL RESEARCH CENTER, RAMAT
ISRAEL
01.2011 - 01.2014
- Managed as Senior Engineer team of 3 developers and oversight of projects with firmware integration involving hardware blocks, release management, and on-site customer support
- Led project design and development of firmware for proprietary ISP hardware for Galaxy S3/S4/S5, Nexus10 tablet, and ZTE S2, in addition to sensor module driver for multiple sensors with integration utilizing 3AA real time algorithms
- Developed and integrated multiple hardware blocks with team of 3 engineers, while providing weekly releases, and on-site customer support
- Spearheaded project architecture design and development of Windows based ISP control software for calibration of newly developed sensors from FPGA followed by post production verification
- Debugged MIPI and I2C interfaces of sensor modules and applied Python scripting and automation for post production checks
- Developed custom Windows USB driver for image streaming and firmware for cypress EZ-USB chip.
- Wrote and maintained custom scripts to increase system efficiency and performance time
- Used strong analytical and problem-solving skills to develop effective solutions for challenging situations
SOFTWARE ENGINEER – SYSTEMS INTEGRATOR
VERIFONE SYSTEMS, INC, ROSH HA'AIN
ISRAEL
01.2007 - 01.2011
- Charged with RT embedded engineering and system integration project deliverables through leveraging Linux for proprietary hardware and systems with various applications
- Key Accomplishments: Collaborated as Linux site expert on project with multi-site integration of embedded Linux point of sale device with system that utilized modified build root coupled with multiple GIT servers and clear case tracking system
- Integrated 3 sites with 5 to 15 developers for each, inclusive of quality assurance with bi-weekly releases, debugging,and resolving issues
- Led project with proprietary secure payment operating system unique hardware and virtualization hypervisor sharing of CPU between Linux and secure OS
- Designed and implemented hypervisor and Linux/secure OS time sharing
- Provided API for end-users of security features
- Championed project for new arm 11SoC bring up and Linux BSP development for user libraries in MX series of VeriFone devices, inclusive of boot straps, boot loader, and device drivers MSR, USB, Smartcard, Flash, LCD, gpio, SPI, gsm, and radio
- Acted as technical lead and POC for Linux development objectives and task completion
- Trained, coached, and mentored teams of 2 to 5 to bridge gaps in critical software skills.
- Participated in team projects, demonstrating an ability to work collaboratively and effectively
SENIOR SOFTWARE DEVELOPER
M.B. LOGIC LTD
NETANYA, ISRAEL
01.2007 - 09.2007
- Acted as lead software developer for video streaming system with full HD video less than 1.5 Mbps bandwidth utilizing proprietary compression enhancing filters and Avi Synth scripts with direct show streaming wrapped by Aladdin hasp DRM protection
- Key Accomplishments: Managed MFC and UMDF development and testing of streaming system and user interface over Windows XP and Vista to verify proper function
- Provided optimal customer support and performed demonstrations to show functionality to design intent.
- Monitored automated build and continuous software integration process to drive build/release failure resolution.
IAF Captain - Technical
IAF
01.2000 - 01.2007
SOFTWARE DEVELOPER
INVIBRO LTD, MIGDAL
ISRAEL
01.1998 - 01.2000
- Developed 3D stereo vision glasses and force feedback joysticks and wheels to project specifications while meeting all milestones and critical timeline dates
- Key Accomplishments: Spearheaded development of 3D and glide driver for stereo vision generation with team collaboration and debugging issues
- Created USB client device with motor control and adherence to project design and timing cut-off dates.
- Collaborated with project managers to select ambitious, but realistic coding milestones on pre-release software project development
Education
Bachelor of Science - Computing
University of Derby
TLVAssociate of Science - Practical Engineering, Computing
Bosmat College
Haifa, IsraelSkills
Team Leadership
Platform Architecture
Software Design & Development
Cloud Development
OpenShift
AWS/Azure/DO/Vultr
EKS/AKS
Rancher/Harvester
Project Management
Build and release management
Terraform
Ansible
Docker
Kubernetes
Infrastructure as a Code
Containerization
Virtualization
Mobile development
Java,Go,Typescript
Bash,C#,C,C,Python
Assembler
RT Embedded Software
ISP Video Streaming
Android Porting
Linux Development
Build Root
Device Drivers
Boot Loaders, BSP
Kernel Development
Windows driver frameworks
License, RHCE & RHCCSA, No: 150-091-651, Red Hat
Additional Information
- AWARDS & DISTINCTIONS, Award, Outstanding Officer, Israeli Air Force
Timeline
Architect
Red Hat (Contract)
11.2024 - Current
SENIOR INFRASTRUCTURE AUTOMATION CONSULTANT
BNZ (Contract)
09.2022 - 11.2024
Lead FW Engineer ( Contract )
ADWAY
02.2022 - Current
LEAD DEV CONSULTANT
IBM NEW ZEALAND
01.2021 - 01.2022
Product Owner / Senior Software Developer / SRE
NEXTSPACE LIMITED (Contract)
03.2018 - Current
HEAD of R&D
CLOUDPURGE PTY
01.2017 - 03.2018
CONSULTANT / DEVOPS COACH / DEVOPS SQUAD TECH LEAD
IBM NEW ZEALAND
01.2017 - 01.2018
PRINCIPAL SOFTWARE ENGINEER
CUBIC DEFENSE NEW ZEALAND
01.2016 - 01.2017
SENIOR SOFTWARE ENGINEER
RED HAT, INC
01.2014 - 01.2016
SENIOR FIRMWARE ENGINEER / INTEGRATOR
SAMSUNG ISRAEL RESEARCH CENTER, RAMAT
01.2011 - 01.2014
SOFTWARE ENGINEER – SYSTEMS INTEGRATOR
VERIFONE SYSTEMS, INC, ROSH HA'AIN
01.2007 - 01.2011
SENIOR SOFTWARE DEVELOPER
M.B. LOGIC LTD
01.2007 - 09.2007
IAF Captain - Technical
IAF
01.2000 - 01.2007
SOFTWARE DEVELOPER
INVIBRO LTD, MIGDAL
01.1998 - 01.2000
Bachelor of Science - Computing
University of Derby
Associate of Science - Practical Engineering, Computing
Bosmat College
Languages
English, Russian, Hebrew