Leigh Edwards
About Leigh Edwards
Leigh Edwards is a DevOps Engineer and Java Developer with a background in software development and engineering. He has worked at the UK Ministry of Defence and the Metropolitan Police, and is currently employed at Dotmatics while pursuing further education in software development.
Work at Dotmatics
Leigh Edwards has been employed at Dotmatics since 2019, serving as a DevOps Engineer and Java Developer. In this role, he contributes to the development and deployment of software solutions, leveraging his expertise in Java and DevOps practices. His position is based in Bishops Stortford, Hertfordshire, where he has been part of a team focused on enhancing the efficiency and reliability of software systems.
Education and Expertise
Leigh Edwards holds a Bachelor of Engineering (BEng) in Computer Systems and Software Engineering from the University of Greenwich, where he studied from 1998 to 2002. He has also pursued further education at The Open University, completing an Individual Accredited Module in Object-Oriented Java Programming from 2015 to 2016. Currently, he is actively engaged in further studies through the Open University to advance his knowledge in software development and engineering.
Background
Before joining Dotmatics, Leigh Edwards worked at the UK Ministry of Defence as a Java Software Developer from 2017 to 2019. His career also includes a significant tenure at the Metropolitan Police, where he served as a Communications Officer and Civil Servant from 2003 to 2017. His diverse work experience has equipped him with the ability to adapt to high-pressure environments and manage demanding tasks effectively.
Technical Skills Development
Leigh Edwards is committed to enhancing his technical skills through self-study. He is currently focusing on languages and technologies such as SQL, HTML, CSS, Python, and JavaScript. This ongoing education reflects his dedication to staying current in the rapidly evolving field of software development and engineering.
Career Aspirations
Leigh Edwards aims to transition into a junior or trainee role in Software Development or Engineering. This goal demonstrates his desire to gain further experience and deepen his expertise in the software development field, building on his current knowledge and skills.