CV

This is just the front page of my CV, along with a list of companies I have worked for.  An up-to-date full CV is available here. If you want to see examples of coding, see my github.

Synopsis

I am an experienced developer of bespoke business software. I specialise in database-backed client-server and multi-tier web-based systems using Microsoft technologies. I have worked in a wide range of industries, including financial services, retail, broadcasting, telecommunications and healthcare, from start-up businesses to major high-street names, and dealt with business representatives at all levels. I am degree-qualified and keep abreast of developments in technology through my work and my membership of professional associations.

Experience

  • Over 15 years in IT roles
  • Technical Lead in a finance company for 2 years (2003-2005)
  • Systems development consultancy, frequently acting as a design authority, since 1994
  • Prior to working in IT, occupied senior roles in engineering and project management

Specialist Knowledge

  • Database design and performance tuning
  • Stored procedure development in Transact-SQL
  • Data loading (ETL) and migration

General Knowledge

  • System architecture and integration
  • Web services using SOAP, REST or custom protocols
  • User interface development using Windows and web-based interfaces

Languages and Products Used Regularly

  • Microsoft SQL Server (all versions up to 2008 R2)
  • Microsoft C#
  • Microsoft Visual Basic

Education

  • B.Sc.(Eng.) Degree in Electrical Engineering (Imperial College, University of London, 1983)
  • Diploma in Music (Open University, 2011)

Affiliations

  • Member of the British Computer Society
  • Member of the Institution of Analysts and Programmers
  • Member of the Association for Computing Machinery

List of past and present clients (in alphabetical order)

  • BBC
  • British Credit Trust
  • Epsilon Media
  • Gartmore Investment Management
  • Marks and Spencer
  • National Treatment Agency (NHS)
  • Paypoint
  • Synovate Retail Performance
  • Tesco