Lead Software Engineer · Toronto, ON
Raised in Barbados, built on curiosity. I've spent 20+ years turning complex requirements into clean, performant web experiences — from banking systems in the Caribbean to enterprise React apps for Fortune 500 clients in Canada.
Today I lead full-stack development at Dog and Pony Studios, architecting headless CMS solutions and AI-powered features for global financial brands.
Craft, scale, and impact all matter.
Lead engineer at a boutique digital agency, building enterprise web platforms for Fortune 500 financial institutions. Responsible for technical direction across multiple concurrent client engagements, from architecture through delivery.
CIBC Innovation Banking, CIBC Private Wealth, FTI Consulting
Full-stack developer at a digital product agency, working across e-commerce, loyalty, and healthcare verticals. Contributed to both internal product development and client-facing platform builds.
Walmart Canada, Ryobi
Senior front-end developer at a digital agency serving healthcare and financial clients across North America. Delivered accessible, standards-compliant React applications while contributing to internal mentorship and scholarship programs.
Prisma Health, Lee Health, Meridian Credit Union
Front-end developer building governance, risk, and compliance platforms for regulated professional associations across Canada. Delivered accessible, standards-compliant web experiences to clients in legal, healthcare, and licensing sectors.
College and Association of Nurses of the Northwest Territories and Nunavut, College of Alberta Dental Assistants, The Law Society of the Northwest Territories
Application developer on CIBC's mobile banking product, contributing to backend API development and QA within an agile delivery team. First role transitioning from Caribbean banking systems into a large Canadian enterprise engineering environment.
Systems developer across an 8-year tenure at CIBC's Caribbean subsidiary, maintaining and evolving core banking infrastructure for Electronic Channels and Cards Systems across the region.
Twenty-year independent engineering practice delivering full-service web solutions for government bodies, international organizations, and regional businesses across the Caribbean and North America. Engaged across the complete project lifecycle — client discovery, requirements gathering, UX design, front-end and back-end development, hosting infrastructure, and ongoing technical support.
Government of Barbados, UNDP, Cricket World Cup (2010), Journal of West Indian Literature (UWI), Journal of Eastern Caribbean Studies (UWI), Bajanreporter.com, Antilles Economics, Barbados Amateur Swimming Association
"Talented developer, supportive coworker, provides solutions and alternatives."
Jennifer Ghiricociu Thrillworks
"Delivers quality work quickly; mentors others and contributes meaningfully."
Sarah Pengelly Reason One
"Asset to any organization; calm, critical thinker, respectful colleague."
Stacey Bailey Reason One
"Great team member, always willing to help, solves technical problems."
Rosemary Ku Software Engineer
"Professional, energetic, innovative; works at fast pace for success."
Saurabh Keshari Lead Software Engineer
"Achieves tremendous results; detail-oriented and fun to collaborate with."
Sunset Sealy Art Director
"Professional problem-solver who adapts solutions to evolving needs."
Stacia Howard Antilles Economics
"Marcus simplifies your website wishes so clearly, then adds more service than expected."
Ian Bourne Bajanreporter.com
"One of the best web developers in Barbados and the Caribbean."
Omar Robertson Ceratech Coatings Barbados Ltd
"Extremely efficient and timely; changes seem implemented before requests."
Allison Maynard Paradise Properties
Have a project in mind? I'm interested in full-time roles, contract work, and strategic partnerships.