Ant Grimmitt
About Ant Grimmitt
Ant Grimmitt is a Lead Frontend Software Engineer currently working at Entain in London, England, with a strong background in full stack JavaScript development and expertise in PHP, HTML5, and CSS3. He has held various roles in software development since 2007, including positions at companies like Ladbrokes Coral and initforthe Ltd.
Work at Entain
Ant Grimmitt has been employed at Entain as a Lead Frontend Software Engineer since 2020. In this role, he focuses on developing user interfaces and enhancing the overall user experience for various digital platforms. His expertise in frontend engineering is instrumental in delivering high-quality web applications that meet the needs of users.
Previous Experience
Prior to his current position at Entain, Ant Grimmitt worked at several notable companies. He served as a Contract Senior Fullstack Java/Javascript Developer at Ladbrokes Coral from 2019 to 2020. Before that, he was a Backend Developer Contract at Brave Creative Limited from 2016 to 2017. His earlier roles include Freelance Senior Software Developer at initforthe Ltd and a Java Web Developer at Press Association.
Education and Expertise
Ant Grimmitt studied Computer Science at the University of East Anglia, where he earned a BSc Hons from 2004 to 2007. He also attended Montsaye Community College, achieving GCSEs in Mathematics and English. His educational background supports his extensive expertise in full stack JavaScript development, PHP, HTML5, and CSS3.
Technical Skills
Ant possesses a comprehensive skill set that includes proficiency in Agile methodologies, Ruby on Rails, and DevOps practices. His knowledge in these areas enhances team collaboration and project delivery. Additionally, he has experience in database development, which ensures efficient data management and retrieval in his projects.
Career Overview
Ant Grimmitt has a diverse career spanning over a decade in software development. He has held various roles, including Director and Owner at One Digital Vision Ltd from 2011 to 2020, and Senior Developer at BD Network from 2011 to 2014. His career reflects a strong commitment to advancing his skills and contributing to the tech industry.