Joseph Price
Cardiff
Summary
I hold a First-Class Honours Degree in Business Information Systems from Cardiff Metropolitan University. I am currently working as a Junior Software Engineer at a FINTECH company based in London where I primarily work with a variety of front-end based tools such as React, JavaScript, TypeScript, HTML and more. My sole focus is to create and maintain a seamless user interface and experience for customers.
My professional interests span across various domains within ICT, including data and technical analysis, cybersecurity, data protection, coding, technical documentation and quality assurance. I also have strong interests in project management, leadership, business/data operations, business and technical architecture and working in security and intelligence sectors or departments.
My technical expertise is complemented by my skills in communication, problem-solving, listening, time-management, organisation and teamwork. I thrive in group settings, whether it is for project collaboration, academic tasks or team-building exercises.
I am known for my flexibility and ability to remain calm under pressure. These qualities have helped me succeed in both my professional and personal life. I have a strong sense of responsibility, take pride in my work and I am always eager to learn. I believe I am hard working, dedicated, polite and well mannered. In additional, I value social interaction and have a knack for making new friends and building relationships.
Beyond work, I have a passion for sports, especially football and Taekwondo, where I achieved my black belt in 2016 - demonstrating discipline, hard work and commitment. I also enjoy other sports such as tennis, rugby, Formula 1 and more.
Overall, I am always eager to learn, explore new roles and take on any challenges that come my way. I believe that continuous growth and learnings are key to success. I believe I bring a positive attitude and enthusiasm to everything that I do, and I look forward to contributing my skills and experience to any future opportunities.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
3
3
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work History
Junior Software Engineer
NewDay
London
05.2024 - Current
- Currently working for NewDay as a Junior Software Engineer within the Acquisitions sector - primarily using languages such as JavaScript, HTML, CSS, ReactJS, TypeScript, and many more front-end based languages.
- The role involves building, testing, developing and deploying component driven applications that utilise frameworks such as NextJS, NX and NodeJS.
- Skilled in various software applications and programs such as Microsoft Azure, GitHub, Octopus and Grafana.
- Proficient in multiple testing libraries like Jest, Mock Service Worker and Cypress to fully test user journeys, component/feature functionality and other intricate details such as error handling, re-directs, API calls and more.
- Developed skills in a wide range of different areas outside of front-end development such as Azure Frontdoor to configure website routing rules, WAF policies, other general network related tasks and application security.
- Can comprehend data and analytical information provided by Azure App Insights to monitor, highlight/observe trends, make decisions, process and take action when necessary when a web app, BFF or API runs into any problems.
- I have become more understanding of complex concepts such as BFFs and making calls to an API.
- I can confidently release code changes to different environments such as testing or production.
- Proficient skills when using Git and GitHub.
- Can now smoothly and efficiently operate Jira to create, manage, edit and complete tickets as well as manage sprints accordingly to changing demands.
- Regularly participate in training in my own personal time or provided by the company to enhance my own skills and work towards progression.
- Run multiple weekly meetings such as the Web Guild and Acquisitions Sprint Demos which are now thriving and have inspired discussions, innovation, and team building.
- Enhanced application performance by optimising/refactoring existing code.
- Regularly create, update and provide well-written and clear documentation to help share knowledge with others and bridge gaps between technical and non-technical people.
- Assisted in integrating third-party libraries and tools to enhance functionality, speed up internal process and increase confidence in our applications.
- Regularly resolving complex tasks and technical issues to get myself and my team back on track.
- Often involved in code reviews to help aid colleagues get code out into testing and ultimately production.
- Implemented security protocols for protecting data, customer information, application health and increasing system reliability and resilience.
- Analysed user requirements and evaluated existing software and systems implemented.
- Consistently fulfilled sprint goals and met targets over longer periods of time.
- Developed a sense of responsibility and personal worth.
Digital Supplier
QA Ltd
London
05.2022 - 05.2024
- Was deployed to NewDay for two years as a contractor at a graduate level.
- Focused on learning new skills and staying up to date with the tech industry.
- Would regularly complete learning material, courses and modules to improve my knowledge as a graduate in order to progress.
- Demonstrated ability to manage multiple tasks whilst remaining adaptable and flexible.
- Assisted and contributed to multiple projects whilst ensuring timely completion and good quality work.
- Identified ways to help speed up internal processes and took initiative to implement them.
- Collaborated with departmental leaders to establish team goals, strategic plans and objectives.
- Worked effectively with co-workers to complete tasks.
- Collaborated with external teams regularly to achieve common goals such as designers, security, analytics or product owners.
- Developed a good understanding of what it is like working in a team within a FINTECH company.
- Met deadlines while maintaining good quality work.
- Followed standards and general company values on a daily basis.
- Performed maintenance, improvements and repair on complex code.
- Committed to delivering excellent results whilst working in a fast pace environment to meet requirements.
- Honed many vital skills such as communication, analysis, problem solving, listening and more.
Bar Associate
Pendragon Pub
Cardiff
07.2019 - 04.2022
- Utilised effective communication skills with colleagues and customers to create a positive environment.
- Assisted in setting up events at the bar resulting in smooth operations.
- Improved efficiency by multitasking during busy periods.
- Served customers with a friendly demeanour, improving overall bar atmosphere.
- Handled cash transactions accurately, ensuring financial integrity of the establishment.
- Demonstrated knowledge of various spirits and cocktails increasing customer trust and satisfaction.
- Checked IDs for legal drinking age compliance, maintaining responsible serving practices.
- Adhered strictly to health and safety regulations offering safe drinking premises.
- Managed inventory effectively, reducing wastage of resources.
- Ensured cleanliness of bar area for a comfortable drinking environment.
- Collaborated closely with management on promotional activities attracting more clientele.
- Worked well under pressure maintaining high standards of service even during rush hours.
- Maintained stock levels to prevent shortage during peak hours.
- Coordinated with kitchen staff for food orders, enhancing customer experience.
- Offered personalised service to regular customers enhancing loyalty.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by providing excellent and efficient service.
- Created friendly, welcoming atmosphere to encourage positive guest experiences, prolonging visits to increase profitability.
- Followed safe serving requirements, monitoring guest behaviour and discontinuing service to inebriated customers.
- Engaged with guests to create positive rapport, encouraging loyalty and repeat visits.
- Became very proficient in vital soft skills and increased overall personality traits such as listening skills, patience, working under pressure, compromise and being an overall good person.
Bar Associate
Prince of Wales, Wetherspoons
Cardiff
10.2018 - 03.2019
- Developed a sense of responsibility.
- Developed a positive mental working attitude.
- Learned to work better in a team.
- Served customers behind the bar and ran food out to tables.
- Developed a sense of pride in my work and service.
- Gained efficiency in how to handle pressure and high intensity environments when working on busy match days (e.g. Six Nations)
Education
Bachelor of Science - Business Information Systems
Cardiff Metropolitan University
Cardiff 09.2018 - 06.2021
Skills
- Communication
- People skills
- Social perceptiveness
- Empathy
- Dependable and responsible
- Organised
- Problem Solving
- Calm under pressure
- Time management and prioritisation
- Flexible and adaptable
- Hard working
- Polite
Certification
- SFIA 3 & RHITTech
- SFIA 4 & RHITTech
- AZ-900 fundamentals course
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Junior Software Engineer
NewDay
05.2024 - Current
Digital Supplier
QA Ltd
05.2022 - 05.2024
Bar Associate
Pendragon Pub
07.2019 - 04.2022
Bar Associate
Prince of Wales, Wetherspoons
10.2018 - 03.2019
Bachelor of Science - Business Information Systems
Cardiff Metropolitan University
09.2018 - 06.2021
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