Andrew Schofield
About Andrew Schofield
Andrew Schofield is a software engineer with a background in systems biology and microbiology. He has developed software solutions for distributed computing and has experience in managing git repositories and continuous integration environments.
Work at Tessella
Andrew Schofield currently holds the position of Software Engineer at Tessella, where he has been employed since 2013. His role involves developing software solutions tailored for distributed computing and systems biology applications. His expertise contributes to the company's focus on delivering innovative technology solutions.
Work at Capgemini Engineering
In addition to his role at Tessella, Andrew Schofield works at Capgemini Engineering within the Hybrid Intelligence team. He has been part of this team since 2021, where he applies his software engineering skills to enhance hybrid intelligence solutions. His experience in this area supports the development of advanced technological applications.
Education and Expertise
Andrew Schofield earned a PhD in Systems Biology/Microbiology from the University of York, completing his studies from 2008 to 2012. He also holds a Master’s degree in Computational Biology, obtained in 2008, and a Bachelor’s degree in Biochemistry, which he completed in 2007. His educational background provides a strong foundation for his work in software engineering and systems biology.
Background in Research and Industry
Prior to his current roles, Andrew Schofield gained valuable experience as an Industrial Placement Student at GlaxoSmithKline from 2005 to 2006. He also worked as a Masters Research Student at both the University of York and Cranfield University in 2008. These positions allowed him to develop practical skills in software development and research methodologies.
Technical Skills and Proficiencies
Andrew Schofield possesses a range of technical skills relevant to software engineering. He is proficient in configuring Vagrant virtual machines for development and managing git repositories for source control. Additionally, he has hands-on experience with small-scale cell culture and bioreactors, and expertise in managing continuous integration environments using TeamCity.