Employment
"He builds his castles in the air, from air, creating by the exertion of the imagination."
The Mythical Man Month
Squarepoint Capital, Risk Tech - Developer
June 2022 - June 2024 | KDB+ Q, C++, Python, Linux
Led the development and maintenance of the Corporate Action processing system which is a critical service for investment implemented in Q and C++.
The Corporate Action Subject Matter Expert in the Risk Tech team.
Spearheaded a Q unit testing framework which brought stability to a notoriously unstable component.
Worked closely with support and investment to resolve production incidents. Perform root cause analysis and lead the implementation of remedial actions.
Led an initiative to benchmark key areas of the Risk stack: gather and analyse data, compile comprehensive reports for stakeholders.
Coordinated with project managers to onboard new funds onto the Risk Tech stack.
Developed Q tools to improve my team’s efficiency.
IBM, App Connect Enterprise - Runtime Developer
September 2020 - May 2022 | C++, Java, Python
Led the design and development of the 'generate tests' command, a feature critical to the promotion and release of version 12.0.
Developed the 'Business Transaction Monitoring' feature for the latest product version, where I focused on C++ ODBC connections and query management.
Organised, facilitated and educated the graduate intakes via an internal DevCamp, through which I have received commendations for my performance and inclusivity.
Received an award with a bonus for outstanding performance and was promoted within a year of graduating.