Chris R.
About Chris R.
Chris R. is a Senior Application Support Analyst at Sopra Banking Software, specializing in live support and debugging. With over a decade of experience in IT support and software development, he has held various roles in organizations such as Mech-Tool Engineering Ltd and Tyne & Wear Fire & Rescue Service.
Current Role at Sopra Banking Software
Chris R. has been employed at Sopra Banking Software as a Senior Application Support Analyst since 2019. In this role, he specializes in live support and debugging, utilizing programming languages such as Java and Cobol, along with proprietary software. His work is based in Durham, United Kingdom, where he contributes to the company's mission of providing robust banking software solutions.
Previous Experience in Software Development
Prior to his current position, Chris R. worked at Mech-Tool Engineering Ltd as a Software Application Developer from 2016 to 2019. During this three-year tenure in Darlington, United Kingdom, he gained valuable experience in software application development. His background also includes a role at Durham Students' Union as Information and Systems from 2016 to 2017.
Background in Emergency Services
Chris R. has a background in emergency services, having served as Officer in Charge of Emergency Fire Crew at Tyne & Wear Fire & Rescue Service from 2013 to 2016. This three-year role in Washington, UK, involved managing emergency response teams. Additionally, he served in the Royal Navy as Operator Mechanic Communications from 2000 to 2005, which provided him with foundational skills in communication and operations.
Education and Qualifications
Chris R. studied at Teesside University, where he earned a BSc (Hons) in Computing with a First Class degree from 2013 to 2016. He also completed a BSc Foundation in Computing (Networking) with a 2:1 classification from 2013 to 2015. His educational background is complemented by earlier studies at English Martyrs School and Sixth Form College and St Bega's RC Primary School.
Technical Skills and Interests
Chris R. possesses a strong enthusiasm for Linux and open-source technologies. His technical skills are supported by over a decade of experience in application support and software development. He has worked in various IT support roles, including at Vodafone as an IT Support Specialist from 2005 to 2008, which further solidified his expertise in the field.