Steven Chetwynd - Senior Developer #

Contact Information #

Summary #

Innovative and results-driven Senior Developer with a proven track record in full-stack development, specialising in JavaScript and TypeScript, with experience in Python. 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 Web Developer #

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

Web Development #

  • Full-Stack Development, REST APIs, TDD, OOP

Frameworks #

  • Vue.js, React, Express.js, Mocha, jQuery

Tools & Technologies #

  • Git, GNU/Linux, CI/CD

Other Skills #

  • Agile, Scrum, Problem-Solving, Debugging

Languages #

  • English: Native Speaker
  • Esperanto: Elementary

Volunteer Experience #

General Volunteer #

Vassatoka
October 2012

Member #

The Linux Foundation
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