John O'hare
About John O'hare
John O'Hare is a Software Engineer with extensive experience in various operating systems and programming languages. He currently works at First Derivatives, where he has held multiple roles since 2015, and holds a Bachelor's degree in Business Information Technology from Queen's University Belfast.
Work at First Derivatives
John O'hare has been employed at First Derivatives since 2015, currently holding the position of Software Engineer. He has accumulated seven years of experience in this role, focusing on software development and engineering. Additionally, he serves as a Brand Ambassador for the company, a position he has held for nine years. His responsibilities include promoting the company's services and engaging with clients to enhance brand visibility.
Education and Expertise
John O'hare studied at Queen's University Belfast, where he earned a Bachelor's degree in Business Information Technology from 2011 to 2017. Prior to this, he attended St. Colmans College Newry, achieving A Levels and AS Levels in ICT, Construction, and Accounting during the 2012-2013 academic year. He also completed his GCSEs at St. Joseph's High School Newry from 2005 to 2008. His educational background supports his expertise in software engineering and project management.
Technical Skills and Certifications
John O'hare possesses advanced technical skills in various programming languages, including Coffee Script and MongoDB. He is experienced in working with multiple operating systems, such as Unix/Solaris and Mac OSX. Additionally, he is certified in Prince2, which demonstrates his proficiency in structured project management methodologies. He utilizes a range of development tools, including Jira, Confluence, and Swagger, to support his software engineering projects.
Previous Work Experience
Before his current role at First Derivatives, John O'hare worked as a Software Engineer at the same company from 2015 to 2016. He also gained experience in the ICT sector while working at HBE Risk Management for three months in 2014. His diverse work history has contributed to his skills in managing projects, with a focus on risk management and prioritizing key objectives.