David Halewood

Projects | Skills | Education | Experience | Interests

About

Innovative Software Engineer with 5+ years of experience in agile software development, specialising in building scalable, user-centric applications across multiple languages and frameworks. Adept in system design and API development, I am passionate about creating impactful software solutions with intuitive interfaces that are a joy to use and work with. Proficient in absorbing domain context, I excel at translating business objectives into impactful engineering initiatives. My leadership style emphasises servant leadership, team empowerment, and fostering a collaborative environment rooted in Agile and XP practices.

Tech Skills: .NET, Java, Node.js, React, Next.js, SQL and NoSQL DBs, AWS, Azure, DevOps, Docker, K8s, TDD, Pair-Programming, XP

Tech Experience

Learnerbly, Remote, UK (June 2021 - )
Senior Software Engineer

• Feature led multiple revenue driving projects to successful completion
  • Highlight: Led HRIS integration opening up additional sales streams via automated provisioning
• Championed multiple initiatives driving engineering quality
  • Highlight: High performing teams initiative driving culture of excellence, experimentation and other stuff

Codurance, London, UK (July 2019 - June 2021)
Software Craftsman

• Embedded consultant
  • Cazoo
    • Rapid scale growth, serverless architecture, node.js, AWS and react with Next.js
    • Involved in driving positive engineering culture and embedding Agile, XP practices
      • via workshops, pair programming, mentoring, running coding dojos
  • Scentmate by Firmenich

Red Gate Software, Cambridge, UK (Jan 2018 - July 2019)
Software Engineer

• Research and Development; .Net, C#, React, SQL, Azure, Docker, Kubernetes

Other work experiences

Resin Coating Specialists, Wirral, UK (2015 - 2017) Contracts Manager

YMCA, New York, USA (2008 - 2015) Program Director

Crown Plaza, Liverpool (2004 - 2008) Gym Manager/Personal Trainer

Life Experience (1983 - 2017)

I have travelled extensively both for work and for pleasure something that I am incredibly proud of. It has required an incredible amount of hard work and perseverance as well as the right people believing in me at the right time. Through my experiences I have learned a great deal about, and come to appreciate, the differences in us all. Whether culturally, ethnically, socially or of course individually. Yet, and more powerfully I have learned about that which can bring us together; compassion, a desire to connect, insatiable curiosity and acceptance amongst so much more.

Education

Makers Academy (Sep - Dec 2017)

• Object Oriented Programming
• Test Driven Development
• Full-Stack Web Developmet
• Agile Methodologies
• XP Values
• Independent Learning and Project Management

University of Wales, Bangor (2001 - 2004)

BSc (Hons) Sport Science

• Including modules in Statistics, Biodynamics, Kinesiology, Sociology, Psychology and Nutrition

Additional Qualifications

• AWS Solutions Architect Associate
• Y of the USA Team Leader Certificate

Interests

• Retro Gaming - I have been modding and refurbishing retro consoles mostly for fun, but sometimes to sell, if I get it right!
• Running - I have competed in many 5K, 10K and half-marathon events, raising thousands for charitable causes. I have also been part of two Ragnar Relay teams running from Upstate New York to Manhattan and from LA to San Diego
• Music - I am a self-taught guitar and piano player and play daily. I also regularly attend gigs and open mic sessions.
• Pottery - Using YouTube videos I learned how to throw last year and I now co-own a wheel and kiln and regularly produce ceramics and tableware as gifts.