Technical Analyst @ From July 2015 to Present (6 months) Campus Ambassador @ From September 2014 to June 2015 (10 months) Technology Consultant @ www.kiddiecoupons.co.uk
• Approached to help a local start-up business with their company website and IT strategy.
• Elicited requirements for the project with the client and her team.
• Developed multiple iterations of the Kiddie Coupons website, working with the client to ensure the design best suited the company.
• Designed and developed the Kiddie Coupons iPhone app.
• Created back-office systems for order and stock management.
• Produced all deliverables on-time, meeting strict deadlines.
• Established social media accounts and integrated them with the company systems.
• Provided support and advice on many aspects of the business' development and its use of IT.
Currently responsible for maintaining the company website and apps, and for exploring new opportunities for technology in the business. From August 2010 to January 2015 (4 years 6 months) IT Summer Intern @ From June 2014 to August 2014 (3 months) Technical Reviewer @ From April 2014 to July 2014 (4 months) Mobile Application Developer @ From April 2014 to May 2014 (2 months) Placement Engineer @ www.asidua.com
Responsible for:
• Designing and developing features for Asidua's products and clients, including the Customer Contact Platform for government departments, councils and police forces.
• Taking ownership of projects from requirements gathering to delivery, whilst also working with other developers on larger projects and features.
• Developing with a wide variety of technologies including C#, HTML5, CSS, JavaScript, jQuery, ASP, .NET, SharePoint, Microsoft SQL Server, Visual Studio and Subversion.
• Creating and modifying Microsoft SQL Server databases and deployment scripts.
• Creating and modifying automated system tests using Gherkin and Selenium.
• Creating and editing forms using InfoPath.
• Performing manual component and system tests, ensuring features pass strict guidelines for web standards and WCAG 2.0 AA accessibility.
• Writing developer, user and administrator documentation for Asidua's clients.
• Working to an agile methodology, with daily scrum meetings and test-first development.
• Developing to the company's best practice guidelines with regular code reviews.
• Receiving regular training and guidance in Microsoft technologies.
• Ensuring the Birmingham office meets its ISO 9001 and ISO 27001 standards by performing regular internal audits and backup management. From June 2013 to April 2014 (11 months) DCS iLab Ambassador @ go.warwick.ac.uk/ilab
• Helped to organise weekly iLab events in the Department of Computer Science, where students are encouraged to form teams and undertake interesting projects using the iLab's equipment.
• Helped with the selection of equipment and resources for the iLab, as well as the iLab's activities and overall direction throughout the academic year.
• Specialised as a "champion" for the iLab's Raspberry Pis.
• Delivered educational outreach workshops on the Raspberry Pi and the iLab.
• Presented at various events including BCS Coventry's Show and Tell.
• Developed and published new education resources for the Raspberry Pi, PiFace and accessories.
• Developed example Python projects and homemade hardware extensions.
• Helped to create and manage the iLab website. From October 2012 to June 2013 (9 months) IT Spring Program Participant - 1 Week @ www.credit-suisse.com/uk
• Shadowed multiple Credit Suisse employees working in Information Technology roles.
• Received soft skills training on topics such as presenting and networking.
• Networked with Credit Suisse employees from all areas of the business.
• Participated in a group case study and presentation task.
Based on my performance during the Spring Week, I have been offered a summer internship for 2014. I have since represented Credit Suisse at Campus Recruitment case study and networking events. From April 2013 to April 2013 (1 month) Placement Engineer @ www.asidua.com
• Completed an 8-week placement as part of the Asidua Scholarship Scheme.
• Took ownership of an project focusing on the integration of social media with existing products.
• Conducted research and presented findings to senior management and the sales team.
• Wrote a project specification for approval by senior management.
• Developed prototypes in C# utilising numerous APIs, SharePoint, Microsoft SQL, Visual Studio, Subversion and the oAuth protocol.
• Presented the work to company directors and senior engineers, receiving positive feedback.
• Wrote extensive developer documentation for future reference.
• Learned quickly about Asidua's existing products, codebase and development methodology.
• Received training in C#, SharePoint, Microsoft SQL, Visual Studio and Subversion.
• Received code reviews to ensure all code was written to Asidua's high standards.
• Received mentoring and support throughout both the placement and my time at University. From July 2012 to August 2012 (2 months) Student Caller @ www2.warwick.ac.uk/giving/donate/telcamp
• Contacted alumni to help maintain their connection to the University, gaining a valuable insight into the various companies and industries they worked in.
• Raised hundreds of pounds for the University and the good causes it supports.
• Consistently achieved high donation figures, exceeding half-termly targets.
• Received extensive training in negotiation and effective communication.
• Won a "Caller of the Week" award.
• Part of the team who raised the most money from donations in the academic year. From October 2011 to June 2012 (9 months) Sales Assistant @ www.dixonsretail.com
• Provided advice and technology solutions based on customer requirements.
• Managed the layout and re-stocking of the store's photography section.
• Earned additional responsibility for returns, product setup and technical support.
• Consistently achieved high sales figures, exceeding quarterly targets.
• Frequently ranked as top salesman in the store, even against full-time employees.
• Ranked as top salesman in the region for certain sales targets.
• Completed company training modules in new technology and sales technique.
• Passed advanced training exams to become a "Currys expert" in the Computing and TV sections.
• Trained new employees in sales, company procedures and product knowledge. From September 2009 to May 2011 (1 year 9 months) Work Experience - 1 Week @ www.ibm.com/uk
• Shadowed CICS TS for z/OS Performance Test Lead, Ian Burnett.
• Attended a number of meetings in different areas of the business.
• Received training in Java application development and programming.
• Developed a component in Java for an internal system testing application.
• Networked with employees in a variety of different roles and business areas. From October 2010 to October 2010 (1 month) IT Administrator @ www.eastbeachcafe.co.uk
• Offered part-time employment based on my performance during a week of work experience, in particular the task to improve the existing spreadsheet-based stock management system.
• Continued development of the stock management system, with extensions to calculate optimum product pricing as well as profit and loss based on weekly sales information.
• Developed a spreadsheet-based system to track laundry deliveries and costings.
• Established a company mailing list to help promote the business.
• Gathered requirements for these systems from employees at all levels of the business.
• Provided IT support to the business both in-person and over the telephone. From September 2007 to September 2009 (2 years 1 month) Newspaper Deliverer @ • Delivered newspapers every morning, seven days a week, to houses in the local area. From May 2007 to January 2009 (1 year 9 months) Work Experience - 1 Week @ www.eastbeachcafe.co.uk
• Offered work experience after winning a competition to design and pitch an innovative use for a large piece of decking outside of the restaurant.
• Shadowed the business owner and manageress, Sophie Murray, throughout her daily activities.
• Coordinated with restaurant staff to create a resources pack for new employees.
• Implemented improvements to an existing spreadsheet-based stock management system. From May 2007 to May 2007 (1 month) Office Assistant @ www.gwca.co.uk
• Used professional legal software to help manage conveyancing completions, and the associated paperwork, on various dates throughout the school holidays. From May 2004 to May 2007 (3 years 1 month)
BSc (Hons), Computer Science with Intercalated Year, First @ University of Warwick From 2011 to 2015 A-Levels, Mathematics, Further Mathematics, Computing and Physics, A*A*AA @ The Littlehampton Academy From 2010 to 2011 AS-Levels, Chemistry, Extended Project Qualification and General Studies, AAA @ The Littlehampton Academy From 2009 to 2010 GCSEs and OCR Nationals Certificate in IT, 9 A*s and 4 As @ The Littlehampton Community School From 2004 to 2009 Andrew Sula is skilled in: AngularJS, C#, .NET, ASP.NET MVC, ASP.NET Web API, Java, Scala, Objective-C, JavaScript, HTML 5, CSS, Python, Hadoop, HBase, iOS development, Educational Technology, Software Development
Websites:
http://www.andrewsula.co.uk,
http://www.credit-suisse.com