Luke Staddon
About Luke Staddon
Luke Staddon is a Middleware Developer at Investec, where he has worked since 2015. He holds a Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science from Warwick University and has extensive experience in software development, particularly in trade reporting infrastructure.
Work at Investec
Luke Staddon has been employed at Investec as a Middleware Developer since 2015. In this role, he has been instrumental in architecting and developing the MIFID2 trade reporting infrastructure from the ground up. His responsibilities include resolving Enterprise Service Bus (ESB) issues and advancing large-scale development tasks. Staddon utilizes technologies such as Google's search APIs and Agile Apps in his work, contributing to the efficiency and effectiveness of the trade reporting processes.
Education and Expertise
Luke Staddon studied Computer Science at Warwick University, where he earned a Bachelor's Degree from 2005 to 2008. His academic background provides a strong foundation for his technical skills and expertise in software development. Staddon has accumulated extensive experience in middleware development and trade reporting systems, particularly in the context of financial services.
Background
Before joining Investec, Luke Staddon worked at IBM for several years, where he held multiple roles. He served as a CICS System Test professional from 2010 to 2014 and as a Liberty Development and Test engineer from 2014 to 2015. Additionally, he worked in Test Tooling Development from 2008 to 2010. His experience at IBM equipped him with valuable skills in system testing and development within high-tech environments.
Achievements
At Investec, Luke Staddon developed the underlying FIX-based engine for the MIFID2 trade reporting infrastructure, showcasing his technical capabilities. His contributions have significantly impacted the organization's compliance with regulatory requirements. Staddon also balances his professional commitments with his role at XMPT Games, where he has been a Software Developer, Musician/Composer, and Director since 2012.