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Gary Evans

Southend-on-Sea,Essex

Summary

I'm a junior software developer with hands-on experience in JavaScript, React, Express, and PostgreSQL. After completing an intensive bootcamp, I worked as a mentor helping others learn to code, which also strengthened my own technical and communication skills. Before tech, I spent years leading teams in fast paced roles, and I bring that same reliability and mindset into development. I'm now looking for a junior role where I can keep learning, contribute to real projects, and grow as part of a supportive team.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience

Work history

Junior software developer

Northcoders
Manchester
10.2024 - 01.2025

After completing the JavaScript software development bootcamp, I was invited back as an employed junior software developer to help mentor new students through their technical learning journey.

  • Provided 1:1 support and group mentoring to students across full-stack JavaScript projects using React, Express, and PostgreSQL
  • Guided problem-solving efforts without giving direct solutions, strengthening student learning and independence
  • Communicated complex coding concepts clearly and accessibly, adapting explanations to different learning styles
  • Promoted a positive, collaborative team culture during paired programming and group sessions
  • Reinforced my own knowledge of JavaScript fundamentals, Test Driven Development (Jest/Supertest), and Agile working practices



Logistics manager

The Asset Exchange
Wickford
04.2017 - 02.2024

Logistics Manager

Promoted into an operational leadership role where I was responsible for managing day-to-day logistics across multiple departments.

  • Scheduled and coordinated tasks for fleet drivers, ensuring optimal operational efficiency across four internal departments
  • Maintained and updated vehicle service records, working with external garages to ensure safe, timely maintenance
  • Acted as the key contact for all driver support, troubleshooting route, vehicle, or compliance issues under time pressure
  • Registered and managed incoming stock on internal systems, including pricing, sourcing, and inventory tracking


Sales Manager

Led and developed a large, high-performing sales team in a target-driven environment.

  • Managed a team of 24+ advisors and team leaders, delivering coaching, feedback, and performance management
  • Implemented sales strategies to meet monthly KPIs and improve customer satisfaction
  • Worked closely with directors and other managers to align team performance with wider business goals


Team Leader

Supported the Sales Manager in team supervision and training.

  • Provided daily support to a team of 4 advisors, handling small escalations and ensuring adherence to process


Sales Advisor

Started in an entry-level sales role, quickly recognised for performance and promoted within 18 months.

  • Managed customer enquiries and financial applications with a strong focus on compliance and relationship-building



Education

Software Development

Northcoders
Manchester
06.2024 - 09.2024

Lean management and organisation techniques

South Essex College
Southend-on-Sea

Principles of Team Leadership

South Essex College
Southend-on-Sea

Skills

  • Languages: JavaScript, Python, HTML, CSS, SQL
  • Frameworks & Libraries: React, Nodejs, Express, Material UI, Tailwind, Nextjs, Axios
  • Version Control: Git, GitHub
  • Practices & Methodologies: Agile, Pair Programming, Test-Driven Development (Jest, Supertest), RESTful API CRUD operations
  • Database Management: Relational databases, writing queries with PostgreSQL, non-relational experience with MongoDB
  • Technical Learning: Skilled in reading and interpreting official documentation when solving coding challenges or building applications


  • Communication: Comfortable explaining technical ideas in simple terms to different types of people
  • Problem-Solving: Tackle challenges by thinking logically and using documentation or examples to find answers
  • Mentoring & Leadership: Helped junior developers during my time as a mentor; also led large teams in past roles
  • Adaptability: Quick to pick up new tools and ways of working
  • Teamwork: Enjoy working with others, sharing ideas, and solving problems together in a positive way

Affiliations

  • Board games: I enjoy a board games night with either strategic or team-based board games, especially ones that involve thinking ahead and a bit of friendly competition.
  • Golf: I play golf... badly! Me and a close group of friends, it's more about the laughs than the score, but we take it seriously enough to keep showing up.
  • Coding challenges: I like solving coding problems on platforms like CodeWars or expanding my own learning through platforms like CodeAcademy.

Timeline

Junior software developer

Northcoders
10.2024 - 01.2025

Software Development

Northcoders
06.2024 - 09.2024

Logistics manager

The Asset Exchange
04.2017 - 02.2024

Lean management and organisation techniques

South Essex College

Principles of Team Leadership

South Essex College
Gary Evans