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James Alison

James Alison

Software Engineer
Sandton

Summary

Transitioning from a robust foundation in biochemistry to a dynamic career in software engineering and DevOps. With a solid grounding in analytical skills and problem-solving from a scientific background, and am now dedicated to integrating these capabilities into the tech industry. As a certified dive master and free diving instructor, who possesses exceptional attention to detail, leadership, and team collaboration skills, which are critical in the fast-paced, ever-evolving field of software engineering.

Work History

DevOps Engineer

Cloud LYDR
03.2024 - Current
  • Built effective pipelines and enhanced production infrastructure through targeted database and cluster management
  • Used Docker, Kubernetes, Terraform, MariaDB, MySQL to manage, scale and update containers for improved automation possibilities.
  • Improved code deployment efficiency by automating processes with CI/CD pipelines.
  • Automated manual tasks through scripting languages such as Python or Shell, boosting team productivity levels.

Technical Support Engineer

LMT Ltd.
02.2020 - 2022
  • Worked part time during studies, conducted training sessions with customers to demonstrate software updates, new systems and hardware
  • Installed and set up applications for clients, including anti-virus software and Microsoft office.
  • Provided remote assistance to clients, ensuring timely resolution of software and hardware concerns.

Education

Software Engineering Bootcamp - Software Engineering (full-stack)

HyperionDev
Cape Town
2024

Bachelor of Science - Biochemistry And Biotechnology

University of South Africa
Pretoria
2023

Skills

Javascript

Python

html

CSS

Scripting Languages

Infrastructure Automation

Linux Operating System

Additional Information

Drivers license (Category B1), Dive Master Certification, Free-Diving Instructor Certification, British and South African passport

Timeline

DevOps Engineer

Cloud LYDR
03.2024 - Current

Technical Support Engineer

LMT Ltd.
02.2020 - 2022

Software Engineering Bootcamp - Software Engineering (full-stack)

HyperionDev

Bachelor of Science - Biochemistry And Biotechnology

University of South Africa
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