Dan Ward
About Dan Ward
Dan Ward is a Software Engineer with extensive experience in both the civil service and software development. He has led teams that influenced significant public spending decisions and has a strong educational background in mathematics, economics, and computer science.
Work at Codat
Dan Ward has been employed at Codat as a Software Engineer since 2021. His role involves utilizing his programming skills to enhance software solutions. His experience in civil service and previous software development roles contribute to his effectiveness in this position.
Career in Civil Service
Dan Ward led a team in the civil service that influenced decisions on £70 billion of public spending. He held various positions at the UK National Audit Office, including Assistant Auditor, Audit Principal, and Auditor. His research in the civil service contributed to a more equitable distribution of NHS funding.
Previous Employment History
Prior to his current role, Dan worked at EDGE10 Group as a Software Developer from 2019 to 2021. He also served as Grants Efficiency Lead at the Cabinet Office and Pricing Regulation Manager at NHS Improvement. His career began at the UK National Audit Office, where he held multiple roles from 2008 to 2014.
Education and Expertise
Dan Ward holds multiple degrees, including an M.Sc. in Computer Science from UCL and an M.Sc. in Economic Regulation and Competition from City, University of London. He also achieved a Postgraduate Certificate in Social Research Methods from The Open University. Additionally, he completed his M.Math. in Mathematics at Durham University and is an ACA qualified accountant.
Skills and Programming Focus
Dan has a strong focus on enhancing his skills in C# and the Microsoft technology stack. He transitioned from civil service to software development after self-teaching programming to address work-related challenges. His programming efforts have led to significant improvements in task efficiency.