James CuffJC
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James Cuff

@jamescuff

Seasoned technology executive with expertise in cloud architecture and AI.

Canada

What I'm looking for

I am looking for a role that fosters innovation and strategic growth.

I am a seasoned technology executive with over 20 years of experience leading engineering teams and driving strategic initiatives in cloud architecture, AI/ML, and software development. My proven track record in aligning technical execution with business goals has fostered innovation and delivered scalable solutions. I excel at balancing short-term objectives with long-term vision to achieve organizational success.

Currently, I serve as the Chief Technology Officer at Lightstrike.ai, where I spearhead the development of AI-driven platforms and enhance enterprise applications and cloud infrastructures. My leadership has built high-performance engineering teams focused on ML/AI and AWS infrastructure, ensuring that security, scalability, and data architecture meet enterprise-grade standards. Previously, I have held CTO positions at various organizations, where I designed and implemented cloud-native architectures and drove the adoption of cloud technologies, enhancing operational efficiency.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

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Current

Chief Technology Officer

fliWeel

Jul 2022 - Present (2 years 11 months)

Designed and implemented cloud-native architecture using AWS, improving scalability and cost-efficiency. Led cross-functional teams in delivering core platform capabilities and new customer-facing features. Fostered a culture of continuous improvement, rapid prototyping, and lean product development.

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Current

Chief Technology Officer

Lightstrike.ai

Jun 2024 - Present (1 year)

Spearheaded the development of AI-driven platforms, enhancing enterprise applications and cloud infrastructures. Aligned technical roadmaps with business strategies, accelerating product delivery and innovation. Built and managed high-performance engineering teams focused on ML/AI and AWS infrastructure.

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Principal Customer Solutions Manager

Amazon Web Services (AWS)

Jan 2020 - Jul 2022 (2 years 6 months)

Delivered enterprise-wide AWS-based solutions, aligning technical objectives with business outcomes. Built and led cross-functional delivery teams, defining KPIs and success metrics for implementation. Drove the adoption of cloud technologies, enhancing operational efficiency and scalability.

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VP Technology

Critical Mass

May 2019 - Jan 2020 (8 months)

Oversaw Calgary and Toronto tech teams, developed cross-office performance metrics, and led global client technology strategy. Created and launched a scalable delivery model through partnerships with educational institutions, generating new talent pipelines and mid-market revenue streams.

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Chief Technology Officer

Cube Cities

Aug 2017 - Sep 2019 (2 years 1 month)

Directed technology strategy for patented 3D visualization software. Led multinational development teams and transitioned the business model from custom development to SaaS. Transformed legacy technology into a scalable SaaS platform, enabling integration with customer workflows and expansion into new markets.

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Manager, IT Services

Cognera

Jun 2008 - Oct 2010 (2 years 4 months)

Directed development and infrastructure teams for wholesale billing platforms, overseeing tech modernization and business continuity planning.

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Director of Services

Microsoft Canada

Mar 2014 - Apr 2017 (3 years 1 month)

Led national application development team managing a $20M+ portfolio. Delivered high-margin engagements and structured transformational programs for enterprise clients. Unified national team processes, improving collaboration and delivery quality.

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Sr. Manager, Digital Technology

Shaw Communications

Jul 2012 - Mar 2014 (1 year 8 months)

Managed digital property development, QA, and cloud migration initiatives for Shaw’s customer platforms. Delivered integrated streaming content service with high availability and low latency. Successfully led the decommissioning and migration of legacy systems with minimal downtime.

CM

Technology Director

Critical Mass

Oct 2010 - Jul 2012 (1 year 9 months)

Led architecture and delivery for large-scale projects including real-time inventory tools and automotive configurators. Improved deployment efficiency and operational processes across multiple teams. Developed maintainable systems integrating third-party data feeds and financial tools.

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Chief Technology Officer

P2i Newspapers

Jan 2001 - Apr 2008 (7 years 3 months)

Led global operations and architecture for internal systems supporting international production teams.

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

University of Liverpool logoUL

University of Liverpool

MSc, Information Systems Management

2020 - 2020

Grade: With Distinction

Completed a Master of Science in Information Systems Management with Distinction, focusing on advanced information systems and their application in business environments.

Southern Alberta Institute of Technology logoST

Southern Alberta Institute of Technology

Diploma, Software Development

1998 - 1998

Grade: President's List

Studied Object-Oriented Software Development, achieving recognition on the President's List for outstanding academic performance.

University of Calgary logoUC

University of Calgary

BSc, Ecology

1995 - 1995

Activities and societies: Varsity Football Athlete

Earned a Bachelor of Science in Ecology, while also participating as a Varsity Football Athlete, balancing academics with athletics.

Tech stack

Software and tools used professionally

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