Ben Cortez has extensive experience in software development and IT analysis, beginning with a role as a Systems Analyst/Developer at Misys Banking Systems from 2005 to 2007. Cortez progressed through various positions, including IT Consultant at HSBC New Zealand, Applications Developer at SAS IT, and Applications Analyst/Developer at McPhersons Consumer Products. In 2014, Cortez served as an IT Consultant and Applications Developer at Inenco until 2016. Since 2017, Cortez has worked as an IT Analyst at McPherson's Consumer Products Pty Ltd while also holding the position of iOS Developer at Voltage since 2010, focusing on iOS applications development, tech startups, and web development. Educational background includes studies at Charles Sturt University.