Seán Mc Neill
About Seán Mc Neill
Seán Mc Neill is a Senior Technical Support Analyst at First Derivatives in Dublin, where he has worked since 2017. He has a background in software engineering and technical support, with previous roles at First Derivatives and Seagate Technology.
Current Role at First Derivatives
Seán Mc Neill serves as a Senior Technical Support Analyst at First Derivatives, a position he has held since 2017 in Dublin. In this role, he is responsible for maintaining and supporting trading interfaces with major financial applications such as Barclays, Reuters, and BBG. He manages the Calypso Production and Test environments for Treasury, overseeing installations, upgrades, and patch deployments. His work involves troubleshooting technical issues through collaboration with clients and ensuring optimal performance of the systems.
Previous Experience at First Derivatives
Prior to his current role, Seán Mc Neill held several positions at First Derivatives. He worked as a Java Software Engineer for three months in London in 2016, followed by a six-month tenure as a Java Software Developer in Newry from 2016 to 2017. Additionally, he served as a Test Automation Engineer for eight months in London and briefly as a kdb+ Developer in Newry in 2015. His diverse roles have contributed to his expertise in software development and technical support.
Internship at Seagate Technology
Seán Mc Neill completed an internship as a Factory Controls Engineer at Seagate Technology from 2013 to 2014 in Derry City. This experience provided him with foundational knowledge in engineering and factory operations, contributing to his technical skill set and understanding of industrial processes.
Education and Qualifications
Seán Mc Neill studied Electrical and Electronic Engineering at Queen's University Belfast, where he earned a Master of Engineering (MEng) degree from 2011 to 2015. Prior to this, he attended Saint Columb's College from 2003 to 2010. His educational background has equipped him with a strong foundation in engineering principles and technical problem-solving.
Coaching and Community Involvement
In addition to his technical career, Seán Mc Neill is actively involved in coaching junior and senior goalkeepers at Oxford United Stars FC. He has also served as the assistant manager for the Oxford Under-15 team during the 2012 Foyle Cup. His involvement in coaching reflects his commitment to community engagement and youth development in sports.