Taliesin Nuin
About Taliesin Nuin
Taliesin Nuin is a Software Development Team Lead at SANS Institute, with a background in software engineering and database consultancy. He has extensive experience in transforming data models and migrating applications to AWS, having previously worked at the University of Bath and Verisk Maplecroft.
Current Role at SANS Institute
Taliesin Nuin serves as the Software Development Team Lead at SANS Institute since 2019. In this role, he oversees the migration of a large enterprise codebase to AWS, focusing on transforming legacy PHP5 applications into microservices. He utilizes AWS Lambda with Python runtime to enhance application performance and scalability. Additionally, he is responsible for establishing working practices and technical standards for his team, which promotes productivity and integration within the organization.
Previous Experience at SANS Institute
Prior to his current position, Taliesin Nuin held multiple roles at SANS Institute. He worked as an Engineering Manager from 2010 to 2017, where he managed engineering projects in a telecommute capacity. He also served as a Data Migration Consultant for 11 months in 2018 to 2019, contributing to data migration strategies and practices. His extensive experience at SANS Institute spans over a decade, showcasing his commitment to the organization.
Work at University of Bath
Taliesin Nuin worked at the University of Bath as a Software Engineer and Moodle developer from 2007 to 2010. During his three years in Bath, UK, he contributed to various software development projects, enhancing the functionality and user experience of Moodle, a widely used learning management system. His role involved collaborating with academic staff to implement features that supported educational objectives.
Technical Expertise and Specializations
Taliesin Nuin specializes in database consultancy, with expertise in MySQL, Postgres, and MS SQL. He offers design and optimization services, focusing on improving database performance and efficiency. His strong focus on transforming data models and utilizing MS SQL's support for temporal tables enhances application development processes. He is also involved in the architectural redesign of business-critical applications to ensure zero downtime during migrations.
Experience at Verisk Maplecroft
In 2010, Taliesin Nuin worked as a Software Engineer at Verisk Maplecroft for five months in Bath, UK. His role involved developing software solutions that supported the company's analytical capabilities. This experience contributed to his overall skill set in software engineering and application development.