Meet the Innovators at DEVECTUS
At DEVECTUS, our strength isn’t just the code we write or the solutions we deliver—it’s the people behind every project. United by a passion for innovation and a commitment to excellence, our Melbourne-based team combines decades of collective experience to tackle your toughest challenges. Whether we’re architecting high-availability platforms, orchestrating seamless digital transformations, or ensuring every deployment runs like clockwork, our collaborative spirit and diverse skillset are what set us—and your business—apart.
Barsham Sotoudeh
CEO & Founder
Barsham is a visionary leader with 25+ years delivering enterprise-grade software, AI and digital transformation at DEVECTUS.
He defines strategic roadmaps, manages P&L and cultivates high-performing teams to drive sustainable growth.
As architect of the Donova AI Receptionist and cloud-integrated automation platforms, he blends big-picture vision with hands-on innovation.
Keyvan Andayesh
CTO & Co-Founder
Keyvan brings 25+ years of expertise in designing and delivering secure, cloud-native platforms across Azure, AWS and GCP.
He architects event-driven, microservices-based systems with PCI-DSS and SOC2 compliance, driving high-availability solutions.
A hands-on leader, he’s built DEVECTUS innovations from the Donova AI Receptionist to bespoke ERP and design-automation platforms.
Dr Mehdi Soodi
Business Development Manager
Dr Mehdi Soodi is our growth catalyst. A laser-materials PhD with 20-plus years of experience turning cutting-edge engineering into standout sales wins for industry leaders such as Hardchrome Engineering and LaserBond Ltd. Now at DEVECTUS, he channels that rare blend of technical depth and deal-making flair to propel our AI Phone Assistant, Vanta design-automation suite, and bespoke software into new markets, helping clients leap from manual to magnificent.
Sifat Bhatia
Strategic Business Advisor
Sifat is a strategic and dynamic executive with deep experience in marketing, sales, and customer engagement across financial services, IT, telco, and professional services. She combines commercial acumen with operational rigour to drive growth and transformation.
An MBA-qualified leader, she’s known for launching products, streamlining operations, and leading high-performing teams to deliver measurable results. A champion of innovation, Sifat brings energy, clarity, and a relentless focus on value creation.
Asal Akhavan
Digital Media Manager
Asal brings 8+ years in graphic design, social media marketing and print to shape DEVECTUS’s visual identity.
She creates on-brand graphics, runs targeted campaigns on LinkedIn, Instagram & Facebook, and coordinates print production with local partners.
Her data-driven tactics boost engagement, grow our audience and generate quality leads.