I'm a graduate of Computer Science and Business in Trinity College Dublin, currently working in technology consultancy.
I am particularly interested in the areas of distributed systems and automation, as well as how software can operationally transform businesses and peoples lives.
Music is one of my passions! Listen to some of my original work here.
I graduated from Trinity College Dublin with a 2.1 in Computer Science and Business (formerly known as Business and Computing).
For my dissertation, I did my project on "Electricity trading between smart nanogrids" and received a first at 78%.
Since leaving college, I have had the opportunity to undergo multiple training courses with Deloitte.
I'm very technically minded and enjoy a challenging project!
I'm a fast learner and enjoy a fast paced working environment. I love solving problems both on my own and collaboratively.
I've experience in a few of the following areas:
- System design
- Systems integration
- Version control tools (Git)
- Enterprise Applications (Java)
- Automation and scripting (Python mainly)
- Web development (Javascript / CSS / HTML)
DELOITTE IRELAND
Sept 2017 to present - Technology Consultancy
I acted as the lead for the systems integration team on a large scale business transformation project for a facilities maintenance client. My responsibilities here included design, implementation and support of multiple system integrations, including the automated scheduling optimization engine as well as multiple customer integrations. For the systems integration work, I used the IBM integration bus, programming in Java and ESQL, which allowed me to interface with the core Maximo system, Microsoft Exchange, FTP servers and other Web APIs.
Before working in the systems integration role, I worked as a technology analyst - assisting the team with technical work. This work consisted of doing technical gap analysis, making changes to enterprise level Java, writing python scripts, as well implementing a source control system for the team and delivering supporting documentation for the version control process.
Upon completion of the first phase, I trained both junior and more senior members of the project team, acting as a mentor and communicating the strategic direction of the project to them. I also participated in knowledge transfer sessions with the client, so they could support parts of the system themselves.
TRINITY COLLEGE DUBLIN
Summer 2015 - Research Assistant
• Responsible for the delivery of www.greatfaminevoices.ie
• Fast paced working environment with tight deadlines
• The project was managed in a small team of two from beginning until end and included challenges such as learning new technologies, technical implementation, process documentation, etc.
• Experience in dealing with non-technical clients, designers and server administrators.
MICROSOFT, SANDYFORD
Summer 2014 - Software Developer / Project Manager Intern
During my time as an intern in Microsoft, I moved roles from a software developer to a project manager.
• Worked on a team to develop code which tested content to make sure that it had been correctly localized.
• Made suggestions to the overall design of the architecture of the test system, using centralized services where possible. These suggestions became a reality.
• Worked with a variety of technologies, and was responsible for code reviews, revision control and developing code using agile methods.
• Switched to a PM role in the latter half of my internship to get a broader view on how a multinational company operates.
• Worked on a team that focused on the Apps for Office storefront, and gained valuable experience in seeing how the company’s decision making thrives to be data driven.
• Gained experience in developing mock-ups, and focusing on the user experience.
VIRTUAL ACCESS, IRELAND
January 2013 to September 2013 – Testing Engineer
During my time as testing engineer, I gained valuable experience in the world of testing and automation, and specifically learned what it is like to work in a fast paced environment.
• During my time as testing engineer, I gained valuable experience in the world of testing and automation, and learned what it is like to work in a fast paced environment.
• My responsibilities as a testing engineer included:
o Writing unit tests
o Testing new code revisions
o Designing test systems
o Finding and reporting bugs using the Mantis bug management system
June 2010 to January 2013 – Manufacturing Engineer
• In my time as a manufacturing engineer, I made several improvements to the manufacturing process by collaborating with the hardware design team, which increased overall productivity.
• My responsibilities as a testing engineer included:
o Setting up systems used for the automated testing of telecommunications equipment
o Working alongside the sales team to deliver products to customers on time
o Organizing orders
o Stock control
Freelance work
You can see some examples of some websites I've built here:
http://poga.ie
http://www.greatfaminevoices.ie
http://www.bba.ie
http://www.isabelleashedance.ie
http://www.castleknockdance.ie
Building websites is just something that I enjoy! If you are looking for a website, feel free to drop me an email at me@jamesbrankin.com
