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Tim Brent

Sheffield

Summary

Innovative Technical Lead with knack for driving project success and team collaboration. Spearheaded multiple software development projects, leading to significant improvements in system efficiency and user satisfaction. Skilled at fostering productive work environment, resulting in enhanced team performance and streamlined workflows.

Overview

24
24
years of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education

Work history

Technical Lead

University of Sheffield
Sheffield
09.2005 - 10.2025

In the role of Education Technical Lead at the University of Sheffield, my responsibilities included overseeing the development and growth of the Virtual Learning Environment, ensuring it met the needs of students and faculty alike. Collaboration with cross-functional teams was key to delivering innovative solutions that aligned with institutional goals.

  • Succesfully led the development and growth of the largest student-facing system, significantly improving user engagement.
  • Created and supported the Confirmation of Acceptance for Studies system (CAS), following the introduction of the Government International Student admission policy.

Analyst

University College London
London
01.2004 - 09.2005

My work at UCL as an analyst / programmer was based in the Financial Development team. The role required a strong analytical mindset, attention to detail and the ability to adapt to evolving technologies.

Developer

Bournemouth University
Bournemouth
02.2002 - 01.2004

As an Applications Developer at Bournemouth University, my role involved creating and implementing software applications tailored to the requirements of both students and staff.

Education

MSc. Information Technology -

Nottingham University
Nottingham
09.1999 - 09.2000

PGCE - Primary Education. Specialised in Science.

University of Wales
Carmarthen
09.1986 - 07.1987

BSc. Chemistry -

Queen Mary University of London
London, England
09.1982 - 06.1985

Skills

Technical Leadership

Digital Learning

System Integration

Staff Management

User Experience

Software Development

Project Management

Timeline

Technical Lead

University of Sheffield
09.2005 - 10.2025

Analyst

University College London
01.2004 - 09.2005

Developer

Bournemouth University
02.2002 - 01.2004

MSc. Information Technology -

Nottingham University
09.1999 - 09.2000

PGCE - Primary Education. Specialised in Science.

University of Wales
09.1986 - 07.1987

BSc. Chemistry -

Queen Mary University of London
09.1982 - 06.1985
Tim Brent