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I am a **Software Engineer** specializing in the intersection of hardware, security, and automation. My career has evolved from architecting firmware for IoT appliances at Panasonic to securing high-stakes MoD systems with Tanium at Pointwire. Currently, Im at Nextbase, where I test firmware and cloud systems by building automation frameworks and hardware-in-the-loop (HIL) test environments.
Im a firm believer that if a task is worth doing twice, its worth automating once. Whether it's hunting down safety-critical bugs in microcontrollers or optimizing OTA update stability, I enjoy the challenge of making complex systems "bulletproof."
When Im not writing scripts or managing my Proxmox server, youll usually find me tinkering with my **HomeLab** setup, playing the piano, or heading out on a day trip with my dog.
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Currently driving software quality at Nextbase by bridging the gap between firmware development and automated validation.
* **Automated Testing:** Developed Raspberry Pi-based automation scripts to replace manual verification of dashcam hardware.
* **Stability Lead:** Specialized in long-duration stability and stress testing to ensure device reliability in extreme conditions.
* **OTA Specialist:** Engineered test cases for Over-The-Air firmware updates, ensuring 100% success rates for end-user deployments.
* **In-house Tooling:** Authored custom scripts for internal testing tools to accelerate the QA feedback loop.
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Specialized in enterprise endpoint security and infrastructure management, focusing on the deployment and optimization of the Tanium ecosystem for high-security clients.
* **Tanium SME:** Certified Operator, Administrator, and Cloud Specialist; led end-to-end deployments to improve global endpoint visibility and security posture.
* **Government & Defence:** Maintained SC Clearance to deliver secure deployments on MoD systems, adhering to strict MoD security protocols.
* **Virtualization & Testing:** Engineered a Proxmox-based lab environment to simulate customer networks, enabling risk-free validation of Tanium configurations and software updates.
* **Custom Integration:** Developed a bespoke web application to interface with partner APIs, streamlining data flow between security platforms.
* **Infrastructure & Networking:** Configured Windows Server environments, LDAP integrations, and complex VLAN architectures for secure system provisioning.
* **Multi-Tool Proficiency:** Managed deployments of Deep Instinct (EPP) and Corelight (NDR) to provide layered defense-in-depth for clients.
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Developed firmware for high-end, IoT-enabled smart home appliances, focusing on model-based design and automated endurance validation.
* **Model-Based Development:** Leveraged **Simulink & Embedded Coder** to architect and generate production C code for **STM32** microcontrollers.
* **IoT Innovation:** Co-led the software development for next-generation smart microwave ovens, integrating complex user functions with hardware constraints.
* **Safety-Critical Testing:** Executed rigorous Unit Testing in Simulink and long-term endurance cycles, identifying a critical edge-case bug that prevented potential hardware failure.
* **Test Automation:** Developed a Python-based automation framework to control appliance functions remotely, streamlining the verification of firmware builds.
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Final year project on developing Dye Sensitised Solar cells. Developed a strong mathematical foundation and analytical approach to complex problem-solving.
* **Advanced Computational Physics**
* **Environmental Physics**
* **Material Physics**
- title: "Tanium Certified"
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Successfully completed the professional certification track for Endpoint Management, specializing in Cloud architecture and security operations.
* **Tanium Certified Operator**
* **Tanium Certified Administrator**
* **Tanium Certified Cloud Deployment Specialist**
- title: "ISTQB Certified Tester (Foundation)"
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Currently undertaking global certification in software testing principles and quality assurance methodologies.
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Served as a Class 1 Vehicle Mechanic. Specialized in fleet diagnostics and safety-critical maintenance. Also served as a Parachute Instructor, managing student safety and high-stakes risk mitigation for 900+ jumps.
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