Lauren Andrews
About Lauren Andrews
Lauren Andrews is a Software Engineer at First Derivatives in Newry, Northern Ireland, where she has worked since 2020. She holds a BSc in Business Information Technology from Queen's University Belfast and has prior experience in customer service roles.
Work at First Derivatives
Lauren Andrews has been employed as a Software Engineer at First Derivatives since 2020. Located in Newry, Northern Ireland, she has contributed to various projects over her four-year tenure. Her role involves developing software solutions and collaborating with teams to enhance operational efficiency.
Previous Work Experience
Prior to her current position, Lauren Andrews held several roles in customer service and retail. She worked at Next as a Customer Assistant for one month in 2015 and at PRINTLINE DIRECT LTD as a Retail Assistant for three months in 2016. Additionally, she served as a Store Cashier at The SPAR Group Ltd from 2015 to 2016 and has been a Customer Advisor at Boots UK since 2016.
Education and Qualifications
Lauren Andrews studied Computer Technology/Computer Systems Technology at Belfast Metropolitan College, where she achieved a Pearson BTEC Level 5 Higher National Diploma in Computing from 2017 to 2018. She furthered her education at Queen's University Belfast, earning a BSc in Business Information Technology, including Professional Practice, from 2018 to 2022.
Academic Background
Lauren attended Sacred Heart Grammar School from 2010 to 2017, completing her secondary education before pursuing higher education in technology and business. Her academic journey laid the foundation for her career in software engineering and information technology.