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SAMUEL TROWER

Doddinghurst,Essex

Summary

Analytical, driven A-Level student with hands-on software debugging experience at Imperial College London and a strong foundation in computer science and logical problem-solving. Proven discipline, adaptability, and teamwork developed through 9+ years of competitive fencing and coaching. Seeking to apply programming, QA, and systematic troubleshooting skills toward an Electronics Engineering Degree Apprenticeship.

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Work History

EdTech Software Engineer

Imperial College London
London, Greater London
07.2026 - 07.2026
  • Diagnosed and resolved complex software and logic errors using structured debugging techniques to ensure continuous system availability and performance.
  • Executed Quality Assurance (QA) protocols and systematic checks to maintain product output standards across system updates.
  • Collaborated within a multidisciplinary team, employing clear technical communication to deliver project milestones under tight deadlines.
  • Provided technical support and knowledge sharing to team members to streamline daily problem-solving workflows.

Education

A-Levels -

St Martins School Sixth Form
Brentwood, Essex
10-2026

GCSEs -

St Martins School
Brentwood, Essex
07-2025

Skills

  • Python programming
  • SQL programming
  • Docker usage
  • Linux shell scripting
  • Quality assurance
  • Troubleshooting
  • Analytical problem solving
  • Deadline management
  • Effective communication
  • Dependability and trustworthiness
  • Adaptability
  • Microsoft Office proficiency
  • Google Workspace proficiency

Certification

  • I have been awarded a credential for Lloyds Banking Group Careers Live Future ready: Cyber and Cryptography Careers by Young Professionals
  • I have achieved a distinction in the UK Bebras Coding Challenge

Websites, Portfolios, Profiles

www.linkedin.com/in/sam-trower-Ba0687410

HOBBIES AND INTERESTS

-Competitive Level Foil Fencer (9+ Years): Active club fencer responsible for leading warm-ups and coaching newcomers. Fencing has developed my resilience, spatial awareness, rapid strategic decision-making under pressure, and drive for continuous self-improvement.

-Literary & Analytical Reading: Reader of complex fiction (primarily fantasy and psychological thrillers/horror), which has enhanced my critical thinking, emotional intelligence, and ability to analyse complex narratives.

-Problem-Solving & Strategy: I enjoy board games, video games, and computer programming, which fosters strategic planning, pattern recognition, and logical analysis.

-Academic Curiosity: Self-directed study in ethics, philosophy, and behavioural psychology, building a strong framework for understanding decision-making and human behaviour.

Timeline

EdTech Software Engineer

Imperial College London
07.2026 - 07.2026

A-Levels -

St Martins School Sixth Form

GCSEs -

St Martins School
SAMUEL TROWER