Jacob Winkworth
@jacobwinkworth
Remote-ready full-stack software engineer specializing in scalable backend systems and automated testing.
United KingdomWhat I'm looking for
I am a remote-ready software engineer with 4+ years' experience designing, testing, and deploying scalable web applications for global organizations. I hold an AWS Certified Developer (Associate) certification and have strong experience with Golang, Java Spring, .NET, React, JavaScript and Typescript.
I architect and deliver high-volume microservices systems and automated testing frameworks that reduce manual QA time and accelerate CI/CD. I have led TDD adoption and implemented end-to-end regression suites using Cucumber, Selenium, and JUnit.
I excel in distributed systems, test-driven development, and async collaboration in remote-first environments, contributing to sprint planning, code reviews, and stakeholder demos. I have also coached engineers and conduct structured performance reviews to support career growth.
Outside engineering, I bring strong organizational and communication skills from 8+ years as a DJ and event organizer, volunteer radio production experience, and international travel that bolsters adaptability and cultural awareness.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Architected and deployed a high-volume microservices-based system in Go, optimizing performance and scalability. Built automated testing frameworks and end-to-end regression suites in Go and Java, reducing QA time and accelerating CI/CD. Led TDD adoption on .NET/React, mentored engineers, and managed distributed teams, code reviews, and sprint planning.
Trainee SDET Consultant
QA Consulting
Oct 2020 - May 2021 (7 months)
Completed an intensive full-stack training program in Java Spring and test automation, developing enterprise-grade API testing frameworks with JUnit, Selenium, and JMeter and delivering a simulated client engagement demonstrating remote collaboration.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
Cardiff University
Bachelor of Science, Computer Science
2017 - 2020
Grade: First-Class Honours
Completed a BSc in Computer Science with a first-class honours; final-year project developed a convolutional neural network to detect Alzheimer’s from neuroimages achieving ~80% accuracy.
Tech stack
Software and tools used professionally
Availability
Location
United KingdomAuthorized to work in
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