Solution Architect for digital channels. I help teams ship mobile and web products that actually work.From iOS engineering to leading squads to designing architectures for digital channels — I’ve picked it up by building it.
I’m Riyan— a Belgian solution architect with a builder’s instinct. I started as an iOS developer, grew into leading squads, and now design the architecture behind digital channels for mobile and web.
The thread through all of it: shipping. I’ve spent close to a decade across the full delivery chain — writing the code, translating client problems into briefs, leading the team that ships them, and stepping back to design how the pieces fit together. That perspective is what I bring to architecture today: decisions that respect the team that has to live with them.
On the side, I run Itpixels, a small consultancy where I take on freelance work — strategy, engineering, or a bit of both.
Designing the architecture behind digital mobile and web channels. Translating business goals into systems that scale, while keeping engineering teams pragmatic and unblocked.
Managed existing clients and onboarded new ones for an MSP offering IT infrastructure, cloud, and support solutions. Handled a wide range of stakeholders, from operational to executive.
Managed a portfolio of B2B clients in need of digital products — from apps to complex platforms. Worked closely with decision-makers to understand their problems and turn them into briefs the team could ship against.
Led several mobile and web projects, guiding cross-functional teams from kickoff to delivery. Acted as the bridge between clients, designers, and engineers to keep scope, time, and quality honest.
Built and maintained native iOS apps, working closely with clients and teams to translate ideas into real products. Gained deep experience across the full delivery lifecycle.
I’m collecting the work worth showing — across native iOS, web platforms, and the freelance projects I run through Itpixels. Until then, the experience section gives the longer picture.
Whether it’s a freelance project through Itpixels, a role you’re hiring for, or you just want to compare notes on architecture — the inbox is open.