Christopher Aldred
Senior Software Engineer
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Skills
Education
2017 - 2021
Aston University
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Business & technology solutions
Software engineeringFirst class honours
Certifications
- JavaScript Algorithms
and Data Structures - AWS Certified Cloud Practitioner
- Green Software for Practitioners (LFC131)
Clearances
- SC (active)
- NPPV3 (expired)
Professional Experience
BAE Digital Intelligence | Software Engineer
- Developed robust, scalable API services using openshift kubernetes, Node.js and Springboot.
- Profiling and optimising backend node services to improve throughput, response times and carbon emissions.
- Ensured accessible UI development using React, Node and TypeScript. Tested to meet AA conformance using axe, lighthouse and manual testing.
- DevOps CICD pipeline development and optimisations using Jenkins.
- Improved codebase quality with indepth code reviews and appropriate testing.
- Knowledge facilitation and training sessions to enable cross team collaboration and efficiency.
- Demonstrated proof-of-concept applications to product owners exploring feasibility of new features and de-risking upcoming work.
Capgemini | Software Engineer
June 2017 - November 2022
- Maintained and developed integrations for multiple clients running Oracle EBS and Oracle Cloud.
- Winner of an internal competition exploring innovative solutions for project growth and support efficiency.
- PL/SQL database support & development.
- Automation Champion, driving automation progress on Cheshire Police account.
- Communicated solutions, status updates and risk mitigation plans to cross-functional team.
About Me
With over seven years of experience as a fullstack software engineer, I bring
comprehensive expertise across both backend and frontend technologies.
On the backend, I'm proficient in SQL, Java, Python, TypeScript, and
Node.js, with extensive experience implementing RESTful APIs and microservices in
Kubernetes environments.
My frontend capabilities include React, Astro, Vite, and TypeScript,
enabling me to create robust and responsive user interfaces. I also possess strong
DevOps experience with Jenkins and GitHub Workflows, optimising integration and
deployment processes.
As an advocate for modern development practices, I actively embrace AI
tools and technologies to enhance development workflows and boost productivity,
while maintaining code quality and best practices.
Beyond my professional work, I'm passionate about coding as a hobby,
regularly creating personal projects and embracing new learning opportunities.