Karen Davies
About Karen Davies
Karen Davies is a Senior Software Engineer with extensive experience in software development and consulting. She has worked for several companies, including FINEOS and Paddy Power, and has a strong educational background in Computer Science and Mathematics.
Current Role at FINEOS
Karen Davies currently serves as a Senior Software Engineer at FINEOS, a position she has held since 2020. In this role, she is involved in the development and maintenance of software solutions tailored to the needs of the insurance industry. Her responsibilities include overseeing the full software development lifecycle, ensuring that applications meet the requirements of end-users and stakeholders.
Previous Experience at FINEOS
Prior to her current position, Karen worked at FINEOS from 2005 to 2008 as a Senior Software Engineer. During this time, she contributed to the development of software applications designed for traders, quantitative analysts, and risk managers. Her work was instrumental in shaping the company's software offerings and enhancing the functionality available to clients.
Career Background in Software Development
Karen has a diverse background in software development, having worked in various roles since the early 2000s. She began her career as an IT Consultant at Orbism from 2000 to 2002, followed by a position as a J2EE Developer at Vision Consulting from 2002 to 2005. After her tenure at FINEOS, she worked at Paddy Power as a Senior Java Developer and Scrum Master from 2009 to 2015, where she played a key role in software development and team leadership.
Education and Expertise
Karen Davies holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Mathematics from the University of Sussex, which she completed from 1992 to 1995. She furthered her education by obtaining a Postgraduate degree in Computer Science from University College Dublin, studying there from 1999 to 2000. This educational background provides her with a strong foundation in both mathematical principles and computer science, which she applies in her software engineering roles.
Contributions to Application Development
Throughout her career, Karen has been a significant contributor to application development projects. She has been part of the Application Development department since its inception, playing a role in its growth and evolution. Her experience in managing the software development lifecycle has equipped her with the skills necessary to deliver high-quality software solutions.