Lesley Hanson
Barnard Castle,County Durham
Summary
Experienced COBOL developer with a strong background in ICL/Fujitsu Mainframe systems. Proven expertise in defect analysis and system migration, ensuring seamless transitions and minimal downtime. Adept at delivering high-quality software solutions, contributing to operational efficiency and business success. Seeking opportunities to leverage technical skills in challenging projects within dynamic environments.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
6
6
years of post-secondary education
Work history
COBOL Developer
DWP
Newcastle upon Tyne / Blackpool
2019.09 - 2020.12
- Conducted thorough testing and resolved bugs within DWP's core systems, migrating from VME COBOL to Microsoft COBOL.
- Worked closely with the test team to analyse the defects and provide a satisfactory resolution.
- Performed unit testing across major portions of overnight batch system post-redesign.
- Nominated ‘Star of the Sprint’ in February 2020 for resolving a significant number of defects in the previous month.
Migration Consultant
Advanced Business Solutions
Datchet, Windsor and Maidenhead
2016.10 - 2019.02
- Initially recruited by Advanced to optimise quality of migration software and address significant volume of bugs in existing migration applications.
- Assisted in transitioning VME Cobol programmes and relevant SCL for DWP’s Housing Benefits system, finalising code for ‘Fit for Test’ delivery.
ICL Mainframe Consultant
RDF
Newcastle upon Tyne
2012.09 - 2017.12
- Contracted by RDF Resources Ltd to offer expert ICL/Fujitsu Mainframe consultancy to Virgin Money.
Education
Bachelor of Science - General Science, including Computing
Durham University
Durham 1973.10 - 1976.06
A-Levels - Mathematics, Chemistry, Physics
Teesdale School
Barnard Castle, Durham 1968.09 - 1972.06
Skills
- COBOL programming and software design
- ICL/Fujitsu Mainframe
- Defect Analysis
- System migration
- Code reviewing
- Innovative thinking
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
COBOL Developer
DWP
2019.09 - 2020.12
Migration Consultant
Advanced Business Solutions
2016.10 - 2019.02
ICL Mainframe Consultant
RDF
2012.09 - 2017.12
Bachelor of Science - General Science, including Computing
Durham University
1973.10 - 1976.06
A-Levels - Mathematics, Chemistry, Physics
Teesdale School
1968.09 - 1972.06