Æsc George

Full-stack Engineer • Backend Engineer • DevOps & Infrastructure Engineer • Mountain Ash, Wales, GB

Python

Amazon Web Services

SQL

Databases

Docker

Kubernetes

Microservices

Sustainability

Compliance

Software Architecture

Project Management

Scrum Method

Agile

Monday.com

JIRA

TypeScript

Github

Microsoft Azure

Azure DevOps

React

Flask

REST

.NET Framework

Full Stack Development

Unit Testing

NumPy

Software Development

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Contracts

Software Engineer | Sustainability Leader | Materials Science

Versatile full-stack software engineer driving responsible tech innovation across diverse sectors. Proponent of responsible technology and technology leadership in the spheres of sustainability, information security, and data privacy. I've helped SMEs and start-ups develop SDLCs from scratch, mature nascent tech stacks, and attain internationally recognised certifications such as ISO 27001 and ISO 14001. Seeking part-time, contract, and freelance remote working opportunities worldwide; and hybrid/remote in south Wales. Able to accommodate corp-corp contracts from the US.

Projects

Responsive portfolio site with React

Developed a responsive, static site with React Bootstrap and Create React App to learn React and TypeScript, and build a professional online presence. I host it for free with GitHub Pages. Password: 7cn2!aaDcMZa@83NXGHLSee More

Multi-platform mobile app with Flutter

Developing a multi-platform mobile app with Flutter and Dart to help with cat care and fostering activities. The app intelligently advises for cat care and milestones (such as neutering, transitioning to senior care etc.) and tracks data including cat weight, kitten socialisation activities, and medical interventions and observations.See More

Work History

Senior Software Engineer

Monolith AIJun 2022 - Feb 2024 • 1 yr 9 mosDeveloped and maintained a cloud-native SaaS web application, orchestrating system architecture and development processes for ML model training on extensive datasets using Python, React, AWS, and PostgreSQL. Led cross-functional teams of 2-5 members as the Tech Lead, driving projects to stabilise and scale microservice infrastructure with Docker, Kubernetes, Terraform, Athena, and Temporal. Collaborated with Product and Design teams using tools like Jira, Confluence, and Figma to deliver user experiences that delight. Headed investigations into platform performance, identifying means of improving performance. Reduced the time for clients to load notebooks by up to 50%. Slashed the time to train some kinds of model (including neural networks and 3D models) by 30-40% by persisting with Python and module version upgrades. Cultivated inter-team collaboration by fostering strong relationships and refining the SDLC, accelerating cutting-edge AI research into production with greater quality and reduced times to hotfix. Formally mentored and supervised team members. Spearheaded the creation of an ISMS from inception to ISO 27001 certification within nine months and budget constraints, serving as Security Officer to ensure ongoing compliance and maintenance. Reduced policy and guidance writing time by 80% by advocating for safe use of LLMs. Independently drove education sessions on responsible AI, including company-wide information security and privacy training, data-driven system bias, and the EU AI Act. Established a consistent technical hiring process, mitigating the effects of unconscious bias and ensuring the process is approachable for all candidates. Received great feedback from candidates for these accommodations.

Senior Software Engineer, Sustainability Lead

DotdigitalJan 2019 - Jun 2022 • 3 yrs 6 mosContributed to full-stack development of a cloud-native omnichannel marketing SaaS solution, using C#.NET, MySQL, Angular technologies. Developed primarily SMS features, resulting in large growth of SMS offering and increased revenues from SMS purchases. Executed timely and smooth migration of legacy SMS code to a cloud-based architecture on Azure, implementing REST APIs for communication with the core stack. Significantly reduced costs and enhanced stability and performance at scale. Improved documentation practices, leading by example and increasing quality content on Azure DevOps. Devised a method to source control diagrams in the wiki. Incorporated expertise from the Database Analyst team into the Software Team to improve database schema design and database performance. Trained junior team members, including those embarking on the first steps of their software career, successfully helping them become productive team members. Led sustainability initiatives as Sustainability Lead, orchestrating projects with an interdisciplinary internal team and external partners: Secured ISO 14001 certification: flawless audit two months ahead of schedule. Accelerated Dotdigital's journey to carbon neutrality one year ahead of schedule. Maintained high standards in internal carbon accounting for SECR compliance. Successfully advocated for leadership commitment to achieve net-zero emissions by 2030. Increased engagement with prospects, won new brands. Evidence of increased investment from some types of investor.

Software Engineer

Garrison TechnologySep 2015 - Jan 2019 • 3 yrs 5 mosPlayed a pivotal role in scaling a startup from approximately 10 to 70 employees, contributing to its rapid growth and development. Engaged in diverse software development endeavours, spanning desktop app, mobile app, Firefox, and SOC development, leveraging expertise in C++ and Java. Led and managed the DevOps team, spearheading the creation of an in-house testing tool in C# and establishing a robust CI/CD system utilising Atlassian services and Python middleware for managing highly intricate builds across 100+ repositories. Mapped processor temperatures in one of our devices to their location on a 3D render in order to identify areas of turbulent air flow. This allowed the Hardware Team to quickly make minor alterations to the chassis and fan placement to eliminate hot spots and processor overheating. Architected and refined the SDLC, ensuring its continual improvement, while overseeing the management of software releases. Facilitated hardware installation for customers, conducted enterprise network debugging, and provided technical account management services, while actively participating in international cybersecurity conferences.

Product Development Consultant

ION (IT2 Treasury Solutions)Sep 2014 - Sep 2015 • 1 yr 1 moDeveloped treasury management software in C++, SQL (SSMS), C#.NET.

Assistant Production Engineer

Spirax SarcoJul 2011 - Sep 2013 • 2 yrs 3 mosScoped, developed, and maintained desktop applications for internal use by engineers and CNC operators. (VB.NET) Independent learning of memory and speed optimisation, multi-threading, and UI/UX.

Education

University of Cambridge

Master of Science (M.Sci.), Materials Science and Metallurgy2013 - 2014

University of Cambridge

Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Natural Sciences2010 - 2013

Pomona College

2009 - 2010

Pate's Grammar School

2002 - 2009

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