Greg Lind Email & Phone Number

Cape Town, Wc, Za

Lead developer for IoT and embedded systems solutions, focusing on custom hardware and software development.Managed international partnerships, securing long-term contracts with key clients.Delivered complex IoT solutions, including remote-controlled systems and security devices.Supervised multidisciplinary teams and trained engineers, optimizing processes for product development.Chip development and its affiliate tools continue to evolve, with OEMs now using sophisticated algorithms, resulting in increased time and costs for developing tools and equipment.Developed a smart gro-light system with automated on/off and brightness control, which can be controlled via Bluetooth or Wi-Fi.Developed a smart digital domestic LED dimmer system. After selling the technology, I changed the company name to SmartChip Technologies.

Pioneered the development of encryption and one-wire interface devices for printers, which garnered international recognition in niche markets.Developed intelligent tools enabling brands like HP, Lexmark, and Epson to manage consumables with RFID and USB technology.Partnered on large-scale projects involving security and RFID solutions, including container tracking in Korea and prisoner tracking in Turkey.Instrumental in the development of security products licensed by Hewlett Packard in Barcelona.Led product development from concept through international marketing, expanding business reach.

City Of Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa

Gauteng, South Africa

Gauteng, South Africa

Founder, Director and Developer

Designed and built custom manufacturing equipment for consumables, leading to the establishment of a successful business.Took on various programming projects, including staff time control, security systems, and logistics software prior to the rise of GPS.Shifted focus to consumables after the release of lasers and inkjet printers, growing the company into one of the largest consumable remanufacturers in Southern Africa.Transitioned into developing smart chip solutions and embedded technologies, leading to the creation of Future Technologies.Streamlined software development to automate marketing, productivity, CRM systems, and additional equipment using embedded technology.

Initially worked as a repair technician for electronic cash registers, learning MS-DOS, CP/M, and BASIC.Promoted to district supervisor, leading a team of 8 technicians responsible for ATM and personal computer support.Participated in various product-specific training courses, helping deploy and troubleshoot NCR's products in the Johannesburg region.

Completed two years of conscripted military service in the South African Defence Force (SADF), graduating from the SADF Infantry School with the rank of corporal.Served 12 months in active duty as a platoon sergeant (or platoon second-in-command), leading soldiers in demanding and challenging environments.Developed an early interest in electronic devices during service, gaining foundational knowledge in technology.Two months before discharge, awarded the rank of sergeant, assuming the role of platoon commander after the previous commander was discharged due to injuries.

Computer Programming/Programmer, General

Activities and Societies: Golf, Boating, Fishing, Extreme Sports, Faith building activities

National Technical Certificate (Ntc), Business Economics And Accounting