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Paul Tran

Paul Tran

Software Developer

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  • Timeline

  • About me

    Piloting Products toward Purpose | Product Strategist, Agile Delivery & Technologist, Board Member at nomoss.co

  • Education

    • University of Melbourne

      2003 - 2007
      Bachelors Software Engineering

      Activities and Societies: Students Playing Go Club 2007 Advanced Software Engineering ProjectClient: Austhink Software Pty. Ltd.Performed key roles in defining processes for monitoring and managing project risk, and design and development of the cross-platform port of the client application. On conclusion of the project, we successfully demonstrated the integration of the online service with the existing thick client produced by the company. Our group also won that year's industry placement prize 'Panorama 2007'. Was hired by the… Show more 2007 Advanced Software Engineering ProjectClient: Austhink Software Pty. Ltd.Performed key roles in defining processes for monitoring and managing project risk, and design and development of the cross-platform port of the client application. On conclusion of the project, we successfully demonstrated the integration of the online service with the existing thick client produced by the company. Our group also won that year's industry placement prize 'Panorama 2007'. Was hired by the client during the summer break to continue working on the project. 2006 Software Engineering ProjectClient: Monatec Pty. LtdResponsible for ensuring that the solution was feasible by researching alternative solutions and producing proof of concept applications.Designed and developed a SIP-based solution to replace an aging PABX-based platform. We replaced the client’s aging and costly PABX-based platform with a fully internet based SIP solution which result in a scalable and cost effective system. Show less

  • Experience

    • Austhink Software

      Nov 2007 - Feb 2008
      Software Developer

      Performed research, developed proof-of-concepts and proposals for porting an existing standalone .NET application to a cross-platform online collaborative platform. Examined and produced feasibility reports on the use of various frameworks such as Flash/Flex, Windows Presentation Foundation, Silverlight (WPF/E), Cocoa and Mono (CocoaSharp). Produced early requirements elicitation and high-level design of a Rich Internet Application developed using Actionscript 3.0/Flex 3.

    • IBM

      Feb 2008 - Jun 2011

      Pre-sales solution design – responding to Request for Services which includes eliciting and validating detailed requirements with the client. Applying IBM Team Solution design methodology to produce Statements of Work. Performing costing activities within the infrastructure space, and submit solution to Technical Delivery Assessment to validate delivery feasibility. Have applied architectural principals in the IBM Unified Method Framework and have developed a firm grasp of fundamental IT infrastructure skills. Show less

      • Technical Solution Architect

        Feb 2008 - Jun 2011

      • Technical and Business Analyst

        Feb 2008 - Oct 2008

    • Deloitte Australia

      Jun 2011 - Nov 2012
      Senior Consultant

      Paul provided management consulting expertise to large global companies in energy & resources, financial services and energy utilities sectors, specialising in the development of IT Strategy and Architecture. He is experienced in reviewing and assessing current state IT environments, system integrations and technical designs to support clients in understanding their IT challenges and provide them with robust, well-articulated technical solutions.He specialised in infrastructure architecture, on engagements with clients such as: BHP Billiton, Eastern Health, ANZ Banking Group Ltd, Victoria Police and Goulburn-Murray Water. Some context of his IT Architecture and Technology expertise include: developing Microsoft Active Directory/SCCM transition strategies, IT Service Management (ITSM) transformation, pathology ordering interface design, IT portfolio review framework and Customer Care and Billing (CCB) system review. Show less

    • Two Bulls

      Dec 2012 - May 2018

      He manages client partnerships to develop strategies for the creation of new and innovative products. He led the adoption of Agile and continuous improvement of Two Bulls production processes across the organisation (New York, Melbourne and Berlin). He assisted in the development of new business partnerships, through advocating the agile production process. Paul was a senior developer at Two Bulls where he specialised in mobile applications development. He has undertaken the role of lead developer on a number of projects to deliver new and innovative iOS and Windows Phone products.

      • Lead Producer

        Jun 2015 - May 2018

      • Technical Producer

        May 2013 - Jun 2015

      • Senior Developer

        Dec 2012 - Jul 2013

    • No Moss Co

      Jan 2020 - now

      He helps clients build their product strategy & roadmap and leads his Product Development practice team members of product designers, delivery leads and product engineers to realise new products and services.

      • Board Member

        Nov 2021 - now

      • Head of Product Development

        Jun 2018 - now

      • Chief Operating Officer

        Jan 2020 - Apr 2021

    • Clacks AI

      Jul 2023 - now
      Co-Founder and Director

  • Licenses & Certifications

    • Recreational Pilot Licence (Aeroplane - Nav/Radio/CTA/CTR)

      Civil Aviation Safety Authority
      Jul 2015

    • Certified ScrumMaster (CSM)

      Scrum Alliance
      Feb 2015
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    • Advanced Open Water Diver (EANx, Wreck)

      PADI
      Aug 2012

  • Honors & Awards

    • Awarded to Paul Tran
      2024 Anthem Award Silver Winner, Best Use of AI for Chop Out Convos: Supporting the Mental Health of Australian Tradies Anthem Award Feb 2024 Contributed to the project in role of Product Strategist and Software Developer for Chop Out Convos.The Anthem Awards is the largest and most comprehensive social impact award, accepting work across five areas of impact work including: Awareness & Media, Fundraising, Community Engagement, Product, Innovation & Service and Team & Leadership for seven causes: Diversity Equity & Inclusion, Education Art & Culture, Health, Human & Civil Rights, Humanitarian Action & Services, Responsible… Show more Contributed to the project in role of Product Strategist and Software Developer for Chop Out Convos.The Anthem Awards is the largest and most comprehensive social impact award, accepting work across five areas of impact work including: Awareness & Media, Fundraising, Community Engagement, Product, Innovation & Service and Team & Leadership for seven causes: Diversity Equity & Inclusion, Education Art & Culture, Health, Human & Civil Rights, Humanitarian Action & Services, Responsible Technology, and Sustainability Climate & Environment. Show less
    • Awarded to Paul Tran
      2023 Victorian Premier's Design Awards Finalist, Digital Design for Chop Out Convos: Supporting the Mental Health of Tradies Victorian Premier's Design Awards Dec 2023 Contributed to the project in role of Product Strategist and Software Developer for Chop Out Convos.Established by the Victorian Government in 1996, the Victorian Premier’s Design Awards are an opportunity to highlight and celebrate local design capability. The Awards provide an opportunity for businesses and the community to better understand the role of design in creating functional, safe and efficient, products, services and spaces. They also showcase the depth of design talent in… Show more Contributed to the project in role of Product Strategist and Software Developer for Chop Out Convos.Established by the Victorian Government in 1996, the Victorian Premier’s Design Awards are an opportunity to highlight and celebrate local design capability. The Awards provide an opportunity for businesses and the community to better understand the role of design in creating functional, safe and efficient, products, services and spaces. They also showcase the depth of design talent in Victoria and the capability and capacity of the Victorian design industry. Show less
    • Awarded to Paul Tran
      2023 Good Design Award Winner, Digital Design - Apps and Software category for Chop Out Convos: Supporting the Mental Health of Tradies Australian Good Design Awards Sep 2023 Contributed to the project in role of Product Strategist and Software Developer for Chop Out Convos. https://good-design.org/projects/chop-out-convos-supporting-the-mental-health-of-tradies-2/Chop Out Convos: Supporting the Mental Health of Tradies received a prestigious Good Design Award Winner Accolade in the Digital Design category in recognition for outstanding design and innovation.The Good Design Awards Jury commented: “Chop Out Convos is a simple, clean, and… Show more Contributed to the project in role of Product Strategist and Software Developer for Chop Out Convos. https://good-design.org/projects/chop-out-convos-supporting-the-mental-health-of-tradies-2/Chop Out Convos: Supporting the Mental Health of Tradies received a prestigious Good Design Award Winner Accolade in the Digital Design category in recognition for outstanding design and innovation.The Good Design Awards Jury commented: “Chop Out Convos is a simple, clean, and intuitive app that directly addresses a gap in mental health support. Congratulations on a brilliant use of co-design and AI integration. The Jury commends the design team for this outstanding project and for setting the bar for good design in this category. Seriously well done on this project that will do doubt make a positive impact on people's lives.”The Good Design Awards are the highest honour for design and innovation in the country and reward diverse projects across 11 Design Disciplines covering more than 35 Categories and Subcategories. Each year, the Awards celebrate the best new products and services on the Australian and international market, excellence in architectural design, engineering, fashion, digital and communication design, and reward new and emerging areas of design including design strategy, social impact design, design research and up-and-coming design talent in the next-gen category. Show less
    • Awarded to Paul Tran
      2023 Good Design Award Winner, Social Impact category for Chop Out Convos: Supporting the Mental Health of Tradies Australian Good Design Awards Sep 2023 Contributed to the project in role of Product Strategist and Software Developer for Chop Out Convos. https://good-design.org/projects/chop-out-convos-supporting-the-mental-health-of-tradies/Chop Out Convos: Supporting the Mental Health of Tradies received a prestigious Good Design Award Winner Accolade in the Social Impact category in recognition for outstanding design and innovation.The Good Design Awards Jury commented: “A sensitive, tailored and proactive approach to… Show more Contributed to the project in role of Product Strategist and Software Developer for Chop Out Convos. https://good-design.org/projects/chop-out-convos-supporting-the-mental-health-of-tradies/Chop Out Convos: Supporting the Mental Health of Tradies received a prestigious Good Design Award Winner Accolade in the Social Impact category in recognition for outstanding design and innovation.The Good Design Awards Jury commented: “A sensitive, tailored and proactive approach to a real problem. We appreciate the co-design process that got involved with the trade community and commend the hyper-localised content. The fact that 72% of those who engaged with the app reached out to their family or friends is testament to its success. We are excited to see this scale to make a positive impact to tradespeople nationwide.”The Good Design Awards are the highest honour for design and innovation in the country and reward diverse projects across 11 Design Disciplines covering more than 35 Categories and Subcategories. Each year, the Awards celebrate the best new products and services on the Australian and international market, excellence in architectural design, engineering, fashion, digital and communication design, and reward new and emerging areas of design including design strategy, social impact design, design research and up-and-coming design talent in the next-gen category.The Australian Good Design Awards is the country’s oldest and most prestigious international awards for design and innovation with a proud history dating back to 1958. The 2023 Awards celebrated 65 Years of Good Design since the founding organisation behind the awards – the Industrial Design Council of Australia (IDCA) was first established. Show less