Robert Stratton - Software Engineer - Policy Expert | Himalayas
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Robert Stratton

@robertstratton

Senior software engineer with 5+ years experience seeking new challenges.

United Kingdom

What I'm looking for

I am looking for a senior role that challenges me technically and allows for growth in a collaborative environment.

I'm a senior software engineer with over 5 years of experience, specializing in cloud engineering and software development. My journey has been marked by a proactive approach to problem-solving and a commitment to understanding the broader context of software within business systems. I thrive on experimenting with new technologies and continuously seek ways to enhance system performance and efficiency.

At Policy Expert, I played a pivotal role in the Engine team, focusing on policy pricing services. My work involved designing innovative solutions such as an event sourcing system for pricing information and an internal DSL for data enrichment. I also led the migration of legacy systems to modern cloud architectures, significantly improving system latency and developer experience. My previous experience at Oddschecker Global Media further honed my skills in API development and microservices, where I led several projects that enhanced data streaming and incident management.

Beyond technical expertise, I am passionate about mentoring and sharing knowledge, having acted as a tech teacher in the Code First Girls initiative. I believe that fostering a collaborative learning environment is essential for growth, both personally and within a team. I am excited to bring my skills and experience to a new opportunity where I can contribute to impactful projects.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

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Current

Software Engineer

Policy Expert

Jan 2023 - Present (2 years 5 months)

Contributed to the Engine team, focusing on policy pricing services using Kotlin/Java and Python on AWS. Led the design and implementation of an event sourcing system for pricing information and an internal DSL for data enrichment.

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Graduate to Junior Software Engineer

Oddschecker Global Media

Sep 2019 - Dec 2022 (3 years 3 months)

Part of the Core team, responsible for APIs and data streaming services using Java and Spring Boot in an Agile environment. Led the design and implementation of highly concurrent Golang microservices for data integration and an incident management system.

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Co-Worker

IKEA Tottenham

Jun 2014 - Aug 2019 (5 years 2 months)

Managed workload effectively while working part-time during university. Developed strong communication and teamwork skills in a customer-focused environment.

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

University of California, San Diego logoUD

University of California, San Diego

Study Abroad Program, Physics

Grade: 3.8 GPA

Obtained a scholarship for a program offered by the University of California for students at other institutions to undertake their studies for a year at one of their campuses.

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Chingford Foundation School

A-Levels, Multiple Subjects

Grade: A*, A, A, B

Completed A-Levels in History, Maths, Physics, and Music.

King's College London logoKL

King's College London

Master of Science, Physics

Grade: 1st Class Honours

Specialised in quantum mechanics and condensed matter physics. Took mainly theoretical and computing modules. Masters project had a focus on computational simulations and coding to analyse data and create visualisations using Python.

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