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Justin Cross

Lecturer and Programme Director for BSc Digital and Technology Solutions

Specialisms

  • Software Engineering, 
  • Artificial Intelligence (GOFAI), 
  • Digital Solutions Architecture, 
  • Applied Digital Practice, 
  • Software Quality Assurance

Location

GB8, Henley Business School, Greenlands Campus

Justin Cross is an accomplished senior software technologist and solution architect with over 35 years’ experience delivering complex, secure, and innovative systems across multiple industries. He combines deep technical expertise with strong leadership and teaching skills, now shaping the next generation of digital professionals.

Justin Cross is a computing academic and programme lead with over 35 years’ experience in software engineering, solution architecture and applied digital practice. His career spans senior technical leadership, consultancy and secure systems development across a wide range of sectors, where he has combined deep technical insight with the ability to design and deliver complex digital solutions. Beginning his journey exploring and programming early 8-bit computers and later studying Computing and Artificial Intelligence, Justin developed a lasting interest in symbolic AI, software engineering practice and programming language design. These interests now shape his academic work, where he teaches across areas including software engineering, artificial intelligence, digital solution design and software quality assurance. In his teaching, Justin emphasises the connection between conceptual understanding and real‑world application, helping learners build confidence, technical competence and professional identity. He remains committed to supporting the development of thoughtful, capable digital practitioners who can engage creatively and responsibly with emerging technologies.