Matthew Laird
About Matthew Laird
Matthew Laird is a Site Reliability Engineer at Derivco in Durban, South Africa, with a background in software development and a strong foundation in technical drawing and mechanical technology. He is proficient in multiple programming languages and is currently pursuing further education in Information Technology: Systems Development.
Work at Derivco
Matthew Laird has been employed at Derivco since 2020, currently holding the position of Site Reliability Engineer. Prior to this role, he worked as a Software Developer at the same company from 2016 to 2020. His tenure at Derivco spans a total of four years, during which he has contributed to various projects in the Durban area of South Africa.
Education and Expertise
Matthew Laird has a background in Information Technology: Systems Development, having studied at iStudent Academy (Pty) Ltd since 2015. He is on track to achieve a Certificate in this field. His foundational education was completed at George Campbell Technical High School, where he studied subjects including English, Afrikaans, Technical Drawing, Mathematics, Physical Sciences, and Mechanical Technology, achieving Matric.
Technical Skills and Proficiencies
Matthew possesses expertise in several programming languages and frameworks essential for back-end web development. His skill set includes Vue.js, Python, TypeScript, and JavaScript. These technical proficiencies enable him to effectively contribute to software development and site reliability engineering tasks.
Language Proficiency
Matthew has a comprehensive understanding of both English and Afrikaans. This bilingual capability enhances his communication skills, allowing him to engage effectively in diverse environments and collaborate with a wide range of colleagues and stakeholders.
Background in Mechanical Technology
Matthew has a strong foundation in mechanical technology, which he developed during his high school education. This background in technical drawing and mechanical concepts supports his analytical skills and problem-solving abilities in his current engineering role.