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Adam Songambele

Manchester,United Kingdom

Summary

Dynamic and adaptable professional with bilingual fluency in English and French, skilled in communication and engagement across diverse international audiences. Proven ability to present technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders, adapt communication styles for various audiences, and maintain professionalism in both corporate and freelance environments. Demonstrated expertise in customer service through direct client-facing experience, managing expectations, gathering feedback, and ensuring satisfaction. Collaborative team player with leadership experience as a member of a winning team in a competitive Software Development Hackathon (2021) and cross-functional teamwork at BlackRock. Strong organisational skills evidenced by balancing MSc studies with freelance commitments, managing multiple priorities in fast-paced settings, and adapting to changing requirements. Current postgraduate student with comprehensive knowledge of Manchester Metropolitan University's facilities and resources, offering insights into the challenges and opportunities of postgraduate education.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience

Work history

Software Engineer

Software Engineer Freelance
Mancheseter, Remote
06.2025 - 09.2025
  • Developing an employee/student management system for a school in the Congo, using Angular and Spring Boot
  • Managing client relationships, gathering requirements, and communicating technical solutions to non-technical stakeholders
  • Demonstrating the value of technology in education and organizational efficiency through clear, accessible explanations
  • Balancing technical delivery with excellent customer service and responsive communication

Software Engineer

BlackRock
Edinburgh
09.2022 - 09.2023
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams including security specialists, project managers, and end-users to deliver internal applications
  • Presented technical solutions and project updates to stakeholders at various levels of technical expertise
  • Contributed to high-velocity CI/CD environment requiring clear communication, teamwork, and adaptability
  • Developed strong professional communication skills in a corporate setting with diverse audiences

Education

Masters of Science - Data Science

Manchester Metropolitan University
Manchester
09.2025 -

Masters of Science - Artificial Intelligence

Manchester Metropolitan University
09.2021 - 09.2023

Bachelor of Science - Computer Science

Manchester Metropolitan University
Manchester
09.2017 - 09.2021

Skills


  • Bilingual fluency in English and French, enabling connection with diverse international audiences
  • Experience presenting technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders in professional settings
  • Strong written communication skills through documentation, client correspondence, and technical writing
  • Customer Service & Professional Approach
  • Direct client-facing experience managing expectations, gathering feedback, and ensuring satisfaction
  • Ability to represent organisations positively through consistent, reliable, and courteous interactions
  • Teamwork & Leadership
  • Collaborative experience working with cross-functional teams at BlackRock
  • Strong time management skills developed through academic and professional commitments

Accomplishments

  • Academic Excellence: Achieved First Class Honours in three consecutive degrees at Manchester Met
  • Professional Success: Completed successful one-year software engineering contract at BlackRock
  • Hackathon Winner (2021): Member of winning team in competitive Software Development Hackathon
  • International Experience: Successfully managing international client relationships while maintaining studies

Languages

English
Fluent
French
Native

Affiliations

I am passionate about Software Engineering, architecting large systems, and I love random Sci-fi lore.

Timeline

Masters of Science - Data Science

Manchester Metropolitan University
09.2025 -

Software Engineer

Software Engineer Freelance
06.2025 - 09.2025

Software Engineer

BlackRock
09.2022 - 09.2023

Masters of Science - Artificial Intelligence

Manchester Metropolitan University
09.2021 - 09.2023

Bachelor of Science - Computer Science

Manchester Metropolitan University
09.2017 - 09.2021
Adam Songambele