Software Consultant in Cambridge, UK – SOLCAMB
Reliable software, thoughtfully delivered.
Michael Moody
A Cambridge, UK-based senior software consultant with over 20 years of experience building dependable systems. I help businesses design and build dependable systems — from internal platforms to integrations and reporting tools. Remote-first. Relationship-driven.
What I Do
I work with business owners, directors, and technical teams who need software that genuinely supports how your organization operates. Whether you’re looking to build bespoke internal systems to improve productivity, connect systems together through reliable APIs, or create customer-facing portals and mobile applications, I help turn those into practical solutions.
Internal Business Systems
Designing internal platforms that support the day-to-day operation of your business.
- Bespoke software design
- Operational dashboards
Improving Existing Systems
Refactoring, stabilising, and modernising software that has become difficult to maintain.
- Code refactoring
- Performance tuning
Connecting Systems
Connecting internal platforms, Salesforce, and third-party services through reliable APIs.
- Reliable API integration
- System automation
Platform Services
Designing backend services and APIs that power business systems, automation, and data processing.
- Backend service architecture
- Automation and business logic
Web & Mobile Applications
Customer portals, mobile apps, and field tools that give staff and customers access to the information they need.
- Customer-facing portals
- Operational mobile tools
Reporting & Business Insight
Reporting platforms and financial tools that turn operational data into clear insight for better decision-making.
- Financial and operational reporting
- Decision-support systems
Selected Work
A selection of projects showing the types of systems, integrations, and platforms I’ve helped organisations build and improve.
Travel Industry Platform
Long-term technical partnership supporting operational systems, reporting tools, customer portals, and mobile applications for an international villa travel business.
Oil & Gas Modelling Platform
Development of a forward modelling platform used for reservoir production analysis, combining a modern web interface with distributed processing for long-running simulations.
Legacy Platform Rescue
Replacement of a performance-critical legacy integration with a modern API architecture, restoring stability and improving system reliability.
How I Work
Many long-term engagements begin with a short conversation rather than a detailed specification. I’m comfortable working from early-stage ideas, helping translate business objectives into practical, well-structured systems.
Understand the real objective
Clarify the business outcome, not just the requested feature.
Break it down
Turn complexity into manageable, deliverable components.
Design for longevity
Maintainable, scalable architecture built for real-world use.
Deliver iteratively
Transparent progress, documentation, and structured releases.
Refine through usage
Improve based on real-world feedback and operational insights.