Nathaniel Wilson

Work History

Digital

Bristol

06.2022 - Current

Working in a client-focused role, I have collaborated with stakeholders to deliver top-quality software solutions using diverse technologies
I have been instrumental in leading projects, mentoring junior team members, and offering key technical direction, with particular emphasis on cloud technologies across AWS, Azure, and GCP
I have applied Infrastructure as Code principles, utilising tools such as Terraform, and ensured efficient CI/CD pipelines with tools like Jenkins and GitHub
My technical consultancy skills have been honed through the implementation of multi-cloud deployments, API design, service integration, and application performance tuning
Cloud Deployment: AWS, Azure, GCP
Automation & Infrastructure as Code: Terraform, Jenkins, Docker, Kubernetes, GitHub, GitLab
Programming: PowerShell, Python, Java, Typescript and .NET
Application Architecture & Performance Tuning
Multi-cloud Deployments and Operations
CI/CD Pipelines
Web Server & Database Server Management
High Availability & Disaster Recovery Implementations
Cloud Security Architectures

Fasthosts Internet Ltd

Gloucester

04.2021 - 06.2022

Excelled in role requiring deep understanding of test-driven development, performance, security, and accessibility
Applied hands-on approach to cloud adoption, Infrastructure as Code, and modernisation initiatives
Employed automation for infrastructure management and CI/CD pipelines
Engaged with container platforms and orchestration tools like Docker and Kubernetes
Mentored junior developers, sharing knowledge and guiding their professional growth
Served as a deputy team lead, managing project timelines and coordinating team efforts
Developed robust applications using Java, Python, .NET, and TypeScript

IONOS

Gloucester

12.2019 - 04.2021

Led a multi-tiered team of 17 as the Head of Server, managing diverse tasks and ensuring the successful resolution of complex technical issues
Maintained a hands-on approach, contributing to 50% of the coding tasks using Java, Python, and .NET, showcasing versatility and technical prowess
Leveraged extensive use of AWS for developing and deploying professional software solutions, demonstrating deep cloud proficiency
Successfully ran remote teams, adjusting strategies and communication methods to ensure smooth operations and high productivity levels
Practiced a DevOps approach, optimizing processes for greater efficiency, and actively engaged with tools such as Docker and Kubernetes
Took charge of hiring, training, and mentoring team members, fostering a learning-focused environment and enhancing team skills
Regularly developed and shared technical training materials and hosted workshops, demonstrating commitment to ongoing team development
Acted as a key decision-maker in technical matters, providing guidance and leadership in the face of challenges
Collaborated with other departments and stakeholders, ensuring alignment of technical goals and customer satisfaction
Oversaw server operations, ensuring high performance, security, and accessibility, demonstrating thorough operational knowledge and problem-solving skills.

IONOS

Gloucester

02.2018 - 01.2020

Headed a team of 21 supporting website builders and productivity applications, providing technical consultancy and facilitating digital transformations
Spearheaded the development and delivery of software solutions using Java, Python, and .NET in a shared server environment
Coordinated with various departments and stakeholders, ensuring alignment of technical strategies and objectives
Conducted workshops and created training materials to upskill the team and maintain a high level of technical expertise
Managed customer relations in a shared server setting, prioritizing their needs and ensuring high levels of satisfaction
Utilized AWS extensively in the deployment and management of shared server resources, demonstrating strong cloud proficiency
Led hiring and training initiatives, fostering an environment that encouraged continuous learning and skill enhancement
Played a key role in decision-making processes, demonstrating strong leadership skills and technical acumen.

IONOS

Gloucester

08.2015 - 06.2018

I was involved in the advanced administration and maintenance of Linux and Windows Servers, as well as the development of architectures that scale
I played a key role in quality assurance of escalation procedures and provided technical training for new agents
During my time in this position, I gained experience in DevOps practices, working with continuous integration and deployment pipelines to ensure efficient and reliable delivery of software solutions
My technical skills included, but were not limited to, working with tools such as Jenkins, Docker, Kubernetes, and Terraform
I was responsible for the implementation and maintenance of monitoring systems, ensuring that operational concerns such as performance testing, security considerations, and accessibility were addressed
I collaborated with cross-functional teams to diagnose and troubleshoot issues, as well as to optimise system performance and reliability
Technologies dealt with:
Backup/Archiving - Acronis Backup solutions
Microsoft Server technologies; MS Server, Active Directory Services, Group Policy, Windows Remote Desktop
Server Networking including TCP/IP, DNS, WINS, DHCP
Disaster Recovery, Replication and Recovery services
Apache | lighttpd | squid | resin | tomcat | mongrel | nginx diagnosis and set up
DevOps tools: Jenkins, Docker, Kubernetes, Terraform
Monitoring and performance optimization tools
Programming languages: .NET, Pearl, Python, Java & javascript