Christopher Richards
About Christopher Richards
Christopher Richards is a Senior Software Engineer currently employed at Currencycloud in Newcastle upon Tyne, England. He has a background in physics, holding a PhD in Atomic/Molecular Physics from UCL, and has previously worked at Scott Logic and Sopra Banking Software.
Work at Currencycloud
Christopher Richards has been employed at Currencycloud as a Senior Software Engineer since 2021. He is based in Newcastle upon Tyne, England. In this role, he contributes to the development and enhancement of software solutions that facilitate international payments and currency exchange. His expertise in software engineering supports Currencycloud's mission to simplify cross-border transactions for businesses.
Previous Experience at Scott Logic
Before joining Currencycloud, Christopher Richards worked at Scott Logic as a Senior Software Developer from 2020 to 2021. His tenure lasted for one year in Newcastle upon Tyne, England. During this time, he was involved in various software development projects, applying his technical skills to deliver effective solutions for clients.
Experience at Sopra Banking Software
Christopher Richards served as a Senior Software Engineer at Sopra Banking Software from 2017 to 2020. His work took place in Durham, England, where he spent three years developing software solutions tailored for the banking sector. His role involved collaborating with teams to enhance financial software products.
Education and Expertise
Christopher Richards holds a Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Atomic/Molecular Physics from University College London (UCL), which he completed from 2013 to 2017. He also earned a Master of Science (MSci) in Physics from UCL, graduating in 2013 after four years of study. His academic background in physics provides a strong foundation for his analytical and problem-solving skills in software engineering.