Donovan Hutcheon Email & Phone Number

Results-driven Staff Engineer with a focus on building scalable software solutions in the cryptocurrency domain. My expertise spans Golang, C++ and Java development, with a track record of technical leadership in the telecommunications industry.In my current role at Luno, I specialise in payments and finance operations. I lead the development of systems that remove friction in our customers' fiat on and off-ramps, ensuring seamless and secure transactions. My responsibilities include automating fund allocation, streamlining withdrawals, automating reconciliation, and optimising revenue reporting from various revenue streams across the business.Employing an event-driven architecture and leveraging Golang, I consistently deliver scalable and robust software solutions. As a Staff Engineer, I actively shape the strategic direction of engineering within the payments and finance operations domain. I collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to identify opportunities for innovation, scalability, and operational excellence. Moreover, I take pride in mentoring and supporting colleagues, fostering a collaborative and growth-oriented environment.Prior to my current role, I gained valuable experience in the telecommunications industry, focusing on low latency transaction processing systems for large mobile operators across the Middle East and Asia. As a technical leader, I played a crucial role in building and maintaining a high-performance USSD transaction processing system, ensuring efficient and reliable operations.Key Skills:Cryptocurrency PaymentsFiat on and off-rampsSystems ArchitectureEvent-driven DesignGolang DevelopmentAutomation and ScalabilityReconciliation and Revenue ReportingMentoring and LeadershipC++ and Java DevelopmentLow Latency Transaction ProcessingTelecommunications Industry Expertise