Rachael Crawford
Hexham,Northumberland
Summary
I am an experienced C#, MVC Software Developer with a knack for solving complex problems and enhancing software performance. Primary experience includes leading and mentoring cross-functional teams, delivering high-quality projects on time, and improving overall system efficiency and scalability. I have worked across many sectors including and not limited to Health Care, Car Manufacturing, Carpark Management and Digital Systems.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
6
6
years of post-secondary education
Work history
Senior Software Developer
APCOA Ltd
Uxbridge
11.2022 - Current
- Company Overview: Remote working for a large multinational mobility service provider.
- Working on bespoke client software solutions and supporting the continuous agile development and maintenance of existing inhouse software. Providing ecommerce and content management solutions for carpark ticketing systems. B2C integrations and staff management software for multiple universities and airports. API integrations with third party providers.
- Main technologies include C#, MVC, Entity framework, .NET 7.0/8.0 and Visual Studio 2022.
- Sql server, Azure, Azure DevOps, ADF, Blazor, Maui, Bootstrap, Json.
- Unit and integration testing.
Software Developer
Shout Ltd
Newcastle upon Tyne
07.2011 - 10.2011
- Company Overview: Working for a media company developing ecommerce sites for a diverse client base.
- Liaising with clients to define and document specifications and full lifecycle development using UML, COM+, MVC, C#.NET, web services, AJAX, HTML, SQL Server 2000, Oracle Clinical and Oracle 9i.
- Working for a media company developing ecommerce sites for a diverse client base.
Senior Software Developer/Systems Analyst
PowerTrial Ltd
Newcastle upon Tyne
04.2005 - 12.2009
- Company Overview: Working for a software company specializing in 'cutting edge' systems for Clinical Trials.
- Responsible for ensuring that software produced met guidelines set by BMA, FDA, ISO and GCP.
- Liaising with clients, developers, and external bodies to ensure that quality software was delivered on time and within budget.
- Project managing timelines, staff and development of bespoke software from inception to implementation using Prince2, MS Project, UML, COM+, ASP.NET, C#.NET, web services, ASP, HTML, SQL Server 2000, Oracle Clinical and Oracle 9i.
- Attending and presenting at conferences, seminars and investigator meetings throughout the UK to aid with promotion of the company and its services.
- Working for a software company specializing in 'cutting edge' systems for Clinical Trials.
IT Consultant
Wolf Consultancy
Newcastle upon Tyne
08.2004 - 04.2005
- Working as a consultant on various client sites, liaising with clients to establish and capture requirements, time scales and costing.
- Full life-cycle development of applications using UML, COM+, ASP.NET, VB.NET, VB6, C#.NET, ASP, HTML, Java script, SQL Server 2000, Access.
Team Leader, R & D
Datatrial
Newcastle upon Tyne
08.2003 - 07.2004
- Company Overview: Working for a software company specializing in systems for Clinical Trials.
- Gained extensive experience of developing documentation and code inline with BMA, FDA, ISO and GCP guidelines.
- Initiated and project managed the redevelopment of the company's software product.
- Responsible for managing staff, resources and standards within the group to facilitate delivery of quality software within agreed timescales.
- Reporting to the R & D Manager and Board as required with progress updates.
- Aided with the launch of this software by attending and presenting at conferences, seminars and investigator meetings in both the UK and US.
- Key skills used included project management, UML, COM+, ASP.NET, C#.NET, web services, ASP, HTML, SQL Server 2000, Oracle Clinical and Oracle 9i.
- Working for a software company specializing in systems for Clinical Trials.
Software Developer
Unipres UK Ltd
Sunderland
01.2001 - 08.2003
- Full project lifecycle development, implementation and maintenance of applications using RAD, UML, Visual Basic 6, Microsoft Access, Microsoft Excel, HTML, ASP, Microsoft SQL Server, Crystal Reports (6.0 and 8.5), Oracle 8i, Edifact messaging, Datamax and Zebra label printers, handheld barcode scanners and Universal Program Generator.
- Providing first and second line support on hardware and software for approximately 700 Windows NT and Windows 2000 users.
Customer Service Operative
Coates Lorrilleux Screen
Gateshead
08.1997 - 12.2000
- Dealing with customer enquiries, order processing, stock management, credit control, laboratory work and statistical analysis.
- Responsible for ensuring quality procedures were followed throughout the branch by carrying out internal audits and reviews.
- Assisted with issues of Health and Safety as part of the company Health and Safety Committee.
Clerical Officer
BT Business Connections
Sunderland
03.1997 - 08.1997
- General office duties include making appointments for sales representatives, answering customer enquiries over the telephone (using Meridian telephone systems) and in writing, and order processing.
Education
BSc (Hons) - Computing for Business
Northumbria University
01.1998 - 01.2003
A Levels - Chemistry, Physics, Biology
North Tyneside College
01.1995 - 01.1996
GCSE - Geography, English Literature, English Language, French, History, Chemistry, Mathematics, Physics, Biology
Newcastle upon Tyne Church High School
Skills
- Agile/Scrum
- OO Software design principles
- Stakeholder engagement aptitude
- C#, MVC
- NET 8 frameworks
- GIT/DevOps, CI/CD Pipelines
- Entity Framework
- SQL database management
- Azure, Azure Functions, ADF, Microservices
- RESTful, Soap APIs
- NET MAUI
- BOOTSTRAP, CSS and HTML
- Javascript, typescript, Node
- Test Driven Development
Examples of Recent Work
https://ber.apcoa.de
https://seasontickets.apcoa.co.uk
https://www.park2travel.ie
Affiliations
- In my spare time I enjoy walking in the Northumberland countryside and gardening. I enjoy travelling and exploring new places.
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Senior Software Developer
APCOA Ltd
11.2022 - Current
Software Developer
Shout Ltd
07.2011 - 10.2011
Senior Software Developer/Systems Analyst
PowerTrial Ltd
04.2005 - 12.2009
IT Consultant
Wolf Consultancy
08.2004 - 04.2005
Team Leader, R & D
Datatrial
08.2003 - 07.2004
Software Developer
Unipres UK Ltd
01.2001 - 08.2003
BSc (Hons) - Computing for Business
Northumbria University
01.1998 - 01.2003
Customer Service Operative
Coates Lorrilleux Screen
08.1997 - 12.2000
Clerical Officer
BT Business Connections
03.1997 - 08.1997
A Levels - Chemistry, Physics, Biology
North Tyneside College
01.1995 - 01.1996
GCSE - Geography, English Literature, English Language, French, History, Chemistry, Mathematics, Physics, Biology
Newcastle upon Tyne Church High School
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