Senior Software Engineer London
Experienced tech leader with full-stack expertise and proven business impact
As Associate Director of Applied AI/ML at Fitch Ratings, I lead applied AI and ML initiatives for one of the world's leading credit ratings agencies. With over 6 years of engineering experience across financial services, healthcare, and AI, my expertise spans the full technology stack while maintaining a focus on delivering business value through technical excellence.
Senior Engineering Expertise
My senior engineering experience encompasses both technical leadership and hands-on development:
Technical Leadership
- System architecture design and implementation
- Code review and technical mentoring
- Technology selection and evaluation
- Performance optimization and scalability
Full-Stack Development
- Modern frontend development with React and TypeScript
- Scalable backend systems with Node.js and Python
- Database design and optimization
- DevOps and infrastructure management
Business Impact Focus
- Aligning technical solutions with business objectives
- Measuring and improving key performance metrics
- Identifying and addressing technical debt
- Leading projects from conception to production
Senior Engineering Experience
BNP Paribas - Lead Developer, Trade Compression System
Led the development of a sophisticated trade compression system handling thousands of financial transactions per second. Architected the system to optimize capital requirements while maintaining financial-grade reliability. Mentored junior developers and established coding standards across the team. The system reduced capital requirements by 30% while maintaining risk controls.
Definitive Healthcare - Senior Developer
Developed and maintained machine learning pipelines for healthcare data analysis. Led technical design discussions for data processing systems handling millions of records. Implemented monitoring systems that improved system reliability by 40% and reduced incident response time.
Founder & Lead Developer - xThreads.app
Founded and developed an AI-powered social media automation platform. Made all technical decisions from architecture to deployment. Implemented AI integration that generates thousands of pieces of content daily. Scaled the system to support thousands of users while maintaining performance.
Technical Architecture Skills
System Design
I specialize in designing systems that scale efficiently while maintaining reliability and security:
- Microservices architecture and service decomposition
- API design and implementation best practices
- Database sharding and optimization strategies
- Security-first architecture design
Performance and Scalability
Ensuring systems can handle growth while maintaining performance:
- Load testing and performance optimization
- Caching strategies for improved performance
- Horizontal and vertical scaling approaches
- Database optimization and query performance
Leadership and Mentorship
Technical Leadership
I provide technical leadership that balances innovation with stability:
- Guiding architectural decisions and technology selection
- Establishing coding standards and best practices
- Performing comprehensive code reviews
- Driving technical debt reduction initiatives
Team Development
I'm committed to developing engineering teams:
- Mentoring junior developers and engineers
- Conducting technical training sessions
- Facilitating technical discussions and decision-making
- Building inclusive and collaborative engineering cultures
Senior Engineering Competencies
Tech Stack Proficiency
- Languages: JavaScript/TypeScript, Python, Go
- Frontend: React, Next.js, Tailwind CSS, Redux
- Backend: Node.js, Express, FastAPI, Django
- Databases: PostgreSQL, MongoDB, Redis, Elasticsearch
- Cloud & DevOps: AWS, Docker, Kubernetes, CI/CD
- AI/ML: TensorFlow, PyTorch, OpenAI, Langchain
Advanced Practices
- Domain Driven Design for complex systems
- Event-driven architecture and message queues
- Infrastructure as Code with Terraform
- Test-driven development and automated testing
- Security implementation and vulnerability assessment
Problem-Solving Approach
As a senior engineer, I tackle complex problems systematically:
Analysis and Planning
I thoroughly analyze problems to understand root causes and explore multiple solution paths before implementation.
Risk Assessment
I evaluate the risks associated with technical decisions, considering both short-term and long-term implications.
Stakeholder Communication
I communicate technical concepts clearly to both technical and non-technical stakeholders, ensuring alignment on technical decisions.
Senior Engineering Values
Quality and Excellence
I maintain high standards for code quality, system reliability, and user experience in all technical decisions.
Continuous Learning
I stay current with emerging technologies and industry trends, evaluating how they can benefit business objectives.
Business Alignment
I ensure technical solutions align with business strategy and deliver measurable value to the organization.
Project Leadership
Technical Project Management
Leading technical projects from conception through deployment:
- Requirement analysis and technical specification
- Timeline estimation and resource allocation
- Risk management and mitigation strategies
- Stakeholder updates and progress reporting
Cross-Functional Collaboration
Working effectively with product, design, and business teams:
- Translating business requirements into technical solutions
- Providing technical guidance to non-technical teams
- Facilitating technical discussions and decision-making
- Managing technical dependencies and integrations
Development Methodology
I follow agile practices with a focus on delivering value:
- Iterative development with continuous feedback
- Comprehensive testing and quality assurance
- Code reviews and pair programming for knowledge sharing
- Monitoring and observability in production systems
Technical Decision Making
My approach to technical decision-making considers:
- Current and future business requirements
- Team capabilities and development velocity
- Operational complexity and maintenance cost
- Security, compliance, and risk factors
Availability and Next Steps
I am currently available for senior software engineer positions in London, either as an individual contributor or in a team leadership role. I offer both full-time employment and contract consulting engagements.
Contact me today to discuss how my senior engineering experience and proven track record can contribute to your team's success.