Josh Berman is a Software Engineer at SSW in Sydney and a double-degree student in Advanced Computing and Commerce (Computer Science & Finance) at the University of Sydney. With a strong blend of engineering depth and commercial thinking, Josh focuses on building software that is not only technically robust but also delivers real business value.

Known for clear communication, structured problem-solving, and a strong eye for UI/UX, Josh enjoys working at the intersection of design, developer experience, and scalable architecture. Outside of work, he brings the same discipline to training, surfing, and football; always driven by continuous improvement and taking on new challenges.

Professional Background

Josh joined SSW through the FireBootCamp work experience program, where he built solid experience across both front-end and back-end development. He worked with technologies such as Angular, C#, .NET Framework, and SQL on internal SSW projects, developing a strong understanding of enterprise software development practices.

He is known for his clear communication, structured thinking, and ability to quickly understand complex systems. Josh consistently looks for ways to streamline workflows, reduce duplication, and improve overall development efficiency.

Professional Development

Since joining SSW full-time, Josh has deepened his expertise in modern web development, working extensively with React and Next.js. Primarily focusing on the continual improvement TinaCMS, gaining experience in open-source collaboration and community support.

Josh has represented SSW and TinaCMS at NDC Copenhagen (2024) and NDC Melbourne (2025), showcasing TinaCMS to hundreds of developers. He demonstrated how it enables teams to manage Markdown-based websites with a best-in-class editing experience, sharing practical, real-world use cases from SSW client and internal projects.

Beyond the React and Next.js ecosystem, Josh has contributed to a range of enterprise and automation initiatives, including:

• Building cross-platform applications using .NET MAUI as part of large-scale enterprise solutions
• Designing and maintaining Power Automate flows to streamline internal business processes and improve operational efficiency

Strengths

• Strong communicator with both technical and non-technical stakeholders
• Analytical problem-solver with attention to detail
• Full-stack mindset across front-end and back-end technologies
• Proactive learner who enjoys mastering new tools and frameworks
• Focused on quality, maintainability, and developer experience
• Strong eye for UI and UX, with a focus on usability, accessibility, and clean, intuitive interfaces