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Steven Chetwynd - Senior Software Engineer

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Summary

Innovative and results-driven Senior Software Engineer with a proven track record in full-stack development, specialising in JavaScript and TypeScript. Skilled in leading complex projects from ideation to delivery, with a focus on efficient, clean, and scalable code. Strong experience in greenfield fintech projects. Dedicated to continuous learning, research, and applying new technologies in meaningful ways.

Work Experience

Senior Software Engineer

theidol.com | Penrith
October 2018 – Present

  • Lead developer for the Asanto Underwriting platform, a greenfield FinTech project using Node.js, TypeScript, and Vue.js.
  • Spearheaded CI/CD pipelines, streamlining deployment processes and enhancing system reliability.
  • Contributed to backend and frontend solutions across multiple workflows, bringing a holistic approach to project architecture.

Senior Geophysicist

Wardell Armstrong Archaeology | Carlisle, United Kingdom
September 2015 – September 2018

  • Led geophysical surveys using advanced techniques, managing field teams and data analysis tools.
  • Developed Python-based software for data processing, introducing automation and improving efficiency.

Team Leader, Geophysics

Stratascan | Upton Upon Severn
August 2013 – August 2015

  • Managed survey teams and began development of gradiometer software using Python.
  • Oversaw multiple projects simultaneously, ensuring timely delivery and high-quality data.

Education

MSc in Computing

Staffordshire University
2016 – 2017

Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) in Archaeology

University of Wales Trinity Saint David
2009 – 2012

A Levels

King Edward VI College
2007 – 2009

Projects

Asanto

August 2021

Annuity Ready

September 2018 – August 2021

Awards

  • Duke of Edinburgh Award Bronze, Silver, and Gold
    Issued by the Duke of Edinburgh Award Scheme (June 2012)

Publications

  • “A Geophysical Survey of the Extra-Mural Settlement at Broccolitia: the Roman Fort at Carrawbrugh, Northumberland”
    Published in Archaeologia Aelliana (August 2021).

Skills

Programming Languages

  • JavaScript
  • TypeScript
  • SQL
  • Python
  • Go {.two-column}

Web Development

  • Full-Stack Development
  • REST APIs
  • TDD
  • OOP {.two-column}

Frameworks

  • Vue.js
  • React
  • Express.js
  • Mocha
  • jQuery {.two-column}

Tools & Technologies

  • Git
  • GNU/Linux
  • CI/CD {.two-column}

Other Skills

  • Agile
  • Scrum
  • Problem-Solving
  • Debugging
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Languages

  • English: Native Speaker
  • Esperanto: Elementary

Volunteer Experience

General Volunteer

Vassatoka
October 2012

Member

The Linux Foundation
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