Staff

Meet Garth, our Principal Engineer and a true team player at academyEX. Known for his curiosity and drive to learn, Garth brings not only technical expertise but also a commitment to helping those around him grow and succeed. He believes in the power of collaboration and works closely with his team to design backend solutions that are innovative and robust.Garth approaches each challenge with calm determination, whether he’s making architecture decisions, planning new features, or guiding his team through complex technical issues. His leadership style is rooted in empathy and a genuine desire to uplift others, making him a valued mentor and role model.At academyEX, Garth is passionate about building a platform that inspires the team and pushes the limits of what’s possible. Outside of work, he treasures time with his wife and two sons, cheers on Arsenal with unwavering loyalty, and unwinds with some Call of Duty: Warzone

Principal Engineer

Meet Garth, our Principal Engineer. Garth is always on the hunt to learn new and interesting technologies, making him a perfect fit at academyEX.

Garth van der Watt

Principal Engineer