James Buncle

End-to-end delivery of websites based on client requirements, including website design, development and hosting.

• Predominantly consisted of web design, development and maintenance of responsive websites in PHP
• Provision of Hosting, Domain & DNS Management - with dpkg, Docker and Nginx (PHP FPM, Caching and WAF)
• Implementation of end-to-end DevOps pipeline utilising tools such as GitLab, Code Analysis, Automated Testing, and Code Coverage.
• Business operations and associated activities, such as documentation, finance and marketing

Hands-on Software Team Lead supporting a team of 4 developers in delivering risk management software to healthcare providers.

• Led a development team in the delivery of new features and maintenance of existing software
• Provided mentorship and guidance to team members to ensure high standards of work
• Actively addressed and resolved stakeholder-raised issues using PHP and Node.js
• Engaged in team management activities, such as 1-on-1s, performance reviews, leave management, and new candidate interviews.

Led the maintenance and delivery of software changes to a web-based risk management application for healthcare providers.

• Provided technical support to a team of developers to ensure high-quality and maintainable solutions
• As part of the team, developed and maintained web applications and services using PHP and Node.JS
• Utilised agile methodologies and best practices to lead the team in delivering software projects and changes based on stakeholder requirements and identified issues
• Fostered a culture of collaboration, ownership, and learning within the team to ensure productivity and professional growth

Led the development of a voice-controlled, self-navigating, mobile digital assistant and companion mobile application.

• Continued the development of the core robotic system and UIs with C/C++ and Node.js/TypeScript
• Created a companion mobile application and bespoke Linux distribution
• Implemented end-to-end DevOps toolchains including Docker, GitLab, Code Analysis, and Automated Testing
• Introduced Agile project management techniques such as Product Backlog, Refinement, Estimation, and Planning

Contributed to the end-to-end delivery of PHP-based systems for domain names, web hosting and similar services and facilitated the team's efforts throughout the process.

• Worked closely with stakeholders to implement software changes, predominantly PHP-based web development
• Acted as a Scrum Master, guiding the team in Agile techniques and ensuring continuous improvements in technical practices and project management techniques.
• Contributed to the setup and optimisation of Continuous Integration systems, resulting in a significant increase in automation and over 50% improvement in build times.
• Implemented process changes that encouraged creative, cost reducing ideas and problem solving.

Managed and contributed to the successful delivery and maintenance of Java-based web applications and services for insurance brokers, utilising agile methodologies and technical leadership.

• Led web application development efforts using a Java-based ecosystem
• Functioned as Scrum Master and Kanban Lead, resulting in improved productivity and cost savings, as well as reduced defect rates and lead times.
• Provided training and coaching to team members in technical and Agile concepts.
• Offered technical expertise to management, influencing key decision making and ensuring cost-effective solutions.

Developed and maintained Java-based eCommerce websites and web services for insurance brokers using Java.

• Both independently and as part of a team delivered software changes and fixes
• Worked closely with customers to quickly resolve live support software issues.
• Worked with other team members to continually improved processes, tools and technical practices.