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software engineer / linux & homelab enthusiast
Capable of working on my own initiative or as part of a team, with experience leading projects, setting and achieving objectives, and communicating confidently with all levels of management. I bring strong problem-solving and analytical skills across backend services, database design, enterprise systems, microservices, and web applications, alongside a willingness to develop existing skills and learn new ones.
pr.stephens@gmail.com ↗Sky Plc
Develop microservices using Java, Spring Boot, and Oracle. Write unit tests in Groovy and Spock, deploy Docker containers through the Core Platform, oversee releases into the legacy broadcast system, and maintain existing systems.
Sky Plc
Develop in-house web and interface applications using ASP.NET, C#, Oracle, and SQL Server. Mentor junior developers, set team objectives, run regular one-to-ones, and project-managed the Picks and new Phonebook projects.
The Walt Disney Company
Developed in-house ASP.NET and C# applications for Disney Channel scheduling systems, maintained Oracle PL/SQL reports, and upgraded existing systems.
BSkyB
Built client/server and interface applications with Sybase PowerBuilder and ASP.NET. Created Oracle databases, worked across the full development lifecycle, and mentored junior developers.
Estée Lauder Companies
Developed client/server and interface applications using Sybase PowerBuilder, maintained existing systems, and monitored daily store sales operations.
Bournemouth University
Software development, requirements engineering, databases, systems architecture, internet application development, advanced networks, and programming languages.
Cedars Upper School, Linslade
Computing, Mathematics, and Art A Levels. Ten GCSEs graded A*–C, including English and Mathematics.
Guitar, keyboard, rock music, and playing lead guitar and singing in a band. I also enjoy building small projects with Raspberry Pi.
References available on request.