Thomas Lombard
About Thomas Lombard
Thomas Lombard is a Senior Software Engineer with extensive experience in software development and systems engineering. He has held various roles in companies across South Africa and the United States, and he specializes in implementing software methodologies and scalable solutions.
Work at Catchafire
Thomas Lombard has been employed at Catchafire as a Senior Software Engineer since 2021. His role involves developing and implementing software solutions that align with the organization's mission. He contributes to various projects aimed at enhancing the platform's functionality and user experience. His experience in software engineering supports Catchafire's commitment to connecting professionals with nonprofit organizations.
Previous Experience in Software Engineering
Before joining Catchafire, Thomas Lombard held several positions in software engineering. He worked at Trinity IoT as a Senior Software Engineer from 2008 to 2011 in Cape Town, South Africa. He also served as a Senior Software Engineer at AliSom Communications from 2012 to 2015 in Johannesburg, South Africa. His earlier roles included positions at Psitek and Schlumberger, where he developed his technical skills and expertise in software methodologies.
Education and Expertise
Thomas Lombard holds a Master of Business Administration from The Open University Business School, which he completed between 2005 and 2010. He also studied Marine Management at Damelin, earning a diploma in 1997. His educational background is complemented by a Certificate in Business Applications on the Internet from the University of South Africa. He specializes in software methodologies, scalable solutions, and has strong leadership skills in managing high-performance teams.
Background in Systems Engineering
Thomas Lombard has a solid foundation in systems engineering, having worked in various capacities from 1998 to 2006. His roles included Systems Engineer and Systems Administrator at Gijima and Solutions Architect at Atos. This experience provided him with in-depth knowledge of systems and software architecture, design, development, deployment, and operations, which he has applied throughout his career.
Entrepreneurial Ventures
In addition to his engineering roles, Thomas Lombard co-founded Carrick IT Solutions, serving as Managing Director from 2016 to 2019 in Cape Town, South Africa. He has also been the Founder and Managing Director of The Go Company since 2013. These ventures reflect his entrepreneurial spirit and ability to lead organizations in the technology sector.