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Lesley Hanson

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
09.2019 - 12.2020
  • 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
10.2016 - 02.2019
  • 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
09.2012 - 12.2017
  • 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
10.1973 - 06.1976

A-Levels - Mathematics, Chemistry, Physics

Teesdale School
Barnard Castle, Durham
09.1968 - 06.1972

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
09.2019 - 12.2020

Migration Consultant

Advanced Business Solutions
10.2016 - 02.2019

ICL Mainframe Consultant

RDF
09.2012 - 12.2017

Bachelor of Science - General Science, including Computing

Durham University
10.1973 - 06.1976

A-Levels - Mathematics, Chemistry, Physics

Teesdale School
09.1968 - 06.1972
Lesley Hanson