Oliver M.
About Oliver M.
Oliver M. is a Senior Software Engineer at Prolific, where he has worked since 2023. He has a diverse background in software engineering and project management, with previous roles at various companies including Farsight Consulting Ltd and Plentific.
Work at Prolific
Oliver M. has been employed at Prolific as a Senior Software Engineer since 2023. In this role, he has introduced multi-currency payment capabilities and integrated a new third-party payment provider. He successfully migrated over 1.5 million participant accounts to a serverless system without any loss of funds, marking a significant achievement in the company's operations.
Previous Employment Experience
Prior to his current role, Oliver M. worked in various positions across different organizations. He served as a Software Engineer at Prolific from 2021 to 2023. Before that, he was a Software Engineer at Plentific for one year and worked as an Analyst at Farsight Consulting Ltd from 2017 to 2018. His experience also includes roles at Verv by Green Running as a Junior Software Developer and at Hertfordshire County Council as a Graduate Management Trainee.
Education and Expertise
Oliver M. studied at Alleyn's School from 2001 to 2008. He earned a Diploma in Leadership in the Public Sector from the University of Hertfordshire, where he studied from 2014 to 2017. Additionally, he holds a Master of Arts with Honours in History with Philosophy from the University of Glasgow, completed from 2009 to 2013. Oliver is a self-taught coder with experience in Python, Node, and Vue, and he aims to expand his expertise to other technologies.
Entrepreneurial Ventures
Oliver M. runs a micro-business called RaceBuddy, which focuses on managing applications and administration for cycling races. This venture attracted over 1,000 cyclists globally in the previous year, showcasing his ability to blend technology with business needs.
Leadership Roles
In addition to his technical roles, Oliver M. has held leadership positions, including serving as Vice President (Education) at Glasgow University Students' Representative Council from 2013 to 2014. His experience in leadership roles complements his technical skills and enhances his communication with business stakeholders.