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Jamie in a few words
Dynamic Technical Engineering Leader & Software Strategist/Consultant
Blending hands-on development expertise with exceptional leadership, I excel across roles: Lead Developer, Technical Director, Project & Product Management, and Engineering. I've revitalized teams, ensuring projects meet deadlines through adept scope management and resource allocation.
HIGHLIGHTS:
Leadership Prowess: 7+ years executing web solutions, fostering collaborative environments, and revitalizing teams.
Strategic Collaboration: Partner with product managers, translating requirements into innovative projects.
Recruitment Expertise: 4 years in Technical Recruitment, overseeing end-to-end hiring, from sourcing to interviewing.
Tech Mastery: Proficient in web application development using Vue, Angular, React, and more. Guide teams through Agile processes.
Consulting Acumen: Provide top-tier Technical Directorship and Team Management advice.
Robust Tech Stack: Skilled in front-end technologies such as Angular, React and Vue. Backend expertise in Node, Express, GraphQL, and MongoDB. Tools proficiency includes Azure Devops, Jira, and GitHub.
User Experience Focus: Strong UI/UX grasp, with an emphasis on accessibility and SEO.
Adaptable Tech Learning: Comfortable with languages like C#, Rust, and Java when needed.
Passionate about mentoring junior developers and refining team dynamics, I champion holistic project development, from ideation to deployment. Seeking roles where my diverse skills can drive innovation.
Experience
- ClevertouchLead Developer/Engineering ManagerDIGITAL & ITApril 2023 - Today (1 year and 8 months)- Designing and building out the front-end architecture from scratch in Angular 15, using KonvaJS to create a photoshop-like graphical experience for the user.- Setting up CD via GitHub Actions and a simple YML file that auto deploys to Google Firebase on PR Merge.- Design and develop a new front-end architecture for the existing platform: a. Evaluate and select appropriate technologies, frameworks, and tools. b. Develop reusable components and libraries that facilitate the addition of new features. c. Ensure the new front-end architecture adheres to industry best practices, accessibility, and performance standards. d. Collaborate with stakeholders to understand and incorporate their requirements into the design.- Help recruit and assemble a front-end development team: a. Work with Director of software development to define job descriptions and requirements. b. Participate in the screening and interviewing of potential candidates. c. Make recommendations for hiring, based on qualifications and cultural fit.- Lead, manage, and mentor the front-end development team: a. Allocate tasks and set priorities for the team. b. Ensure that projects are delivered on time and meet the required quality standards. c. Conduct regular performance reviews and provide feedback to team members. d. Create a positive and inclusive work environment that fosters comfort, safety, creativity and collaboration.
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Education
- BTEC First Diploma for IT PractitionersCentral Sussex College2009