Ben Wilkes
About Ben Wilkes
Ben Wilkes is a Technical Lead with over 20 years of experience in software engineering and agile practices. He currently leads projects at Equal Experts and provides consulting services through Eclipse IT Consulting, specializing in full stack development and solution architecture.
Current Role at ECLIPSE IT CONSULTING LIMITED
Ben Wilkes serves as the Director at ECLIPSE IT CONSULTING LIMITED, a position he has held since 2010. In this role, he provides consulting services that focus on assisting businesses in delivering complex technology projects. His work includes coaching and delivery services, leveraging his extensive experience in software engineering and agile practices.
Technical Lead at Equal Experts
Ben Wilkes currently holds the position of Technical Lead at Equal Experts, where he has been working since 2022. His responsibilities include leading technical initiatives and overseeing projects in the Manchester Area. He previously worked at Equal Experts as a Full Stack Engineer and Technical Lead between 2019 and 2022, contributing to various projects during his tenure.
Professional Background in Software Engineering
Ben Wilkes has over 20 years of experience in the software engineering field. His career includes roles such as Technical Manager at Tui Travel PLC, Full Stack Engineer at BookingGo, and Solutions Architect at Yodel. He has also worked with notable companies like Deloitte Consulting and ICON plc, where he held positions such as Technical Architect and Solutions Architect.
Education and Qualifications
Ben Wilkes studied at Liverpool John Moores University, where he earned a BSc (Hons) in Business Information Systems with a first-class degree from 1997 to 2001. His educational background has provided a strong foundation for his career in technology and software development.
Expertise in Agile Practices and Technologies
Ben Wilkes is skilled in various agile engineering practices, including XP, TDD, BDD, pair programming, and continuous integration and delivery. He specializes in full stack development, utilizing technologies such as JavaScript, TypeScript, Java, Node.js, React.js, Angular, Spring, Kafka, RabbitMQ, SQL, and NoSQL databases. His expertise also encompasses solution architecture, particularly in cloud solutions with AWS.