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Steve Hopkinson - Full-Stack Web Developer

Profile

Early-career web developer looking for a challenging role with the opportunity to gain new skills. Comfortable applying new technologies across the full stack, with substantial non-development experience working with clients to produce high-quality digital products. Focused on producing clean, readable code supported by an understanding of key computer science concepts.

Technologies

Client-side: HTML5, CSS3, JavaScript (including ES6), mobile-first design, React, Redux, jQuery.

Server-side: Node.js, web frameworks (Express, Hapi), test suites (Tape), templating (Handlebars).

Databases: MS SQL, MySQL, PostgreSQL.

Development tools: Git, GitHub, linters (ESLint), continuous integration (Travis).

Secondary languages: Python, Java, C, Elm.

Education

Full-stack web development, Founders & Coders, 2016-2017

A four-month intensive web development course, with a focus on working in small teams to produce test-driven, open-source software for.

BA (Hons) English Literature (first class), University of Durham, 2007-2010

A-Level Mathematics, History, English (AAA), Hills Road Sixth Form College, 2004-2006

Experience

Digital Content Manager, Natural History Museum, London, 2015-2016

  • Managed the delivery of digital content and products at London’s Natural History Museum, working closely with researchers and academics to promote research.

  • Directed and prioritised the development of the Museum’s website and smartphone app, working with developers to ensure that all products were accessible to a wide audience and met our customers’ needs.

  • Conducted user testing of existing and forthcoming digital products and incorporated feedback into design decisions.

Technology Consultant, IBM UK, 2015

  • Worked closely with clients to understand their business requirements and drafted proposals for technical solutions.

  • Managed an offshore development team to deliver products to approved design specifications.

Assistant Digital Editor / Database Administrator, The Art Fund, 2011-2015

  • Managed the production and editing of content for the Art Fund website, ensuring all pieces followed digital best practices for readability and accessibility.

  • Administered the Art Fund’s database systems, managing complex system integration projects and handling day-to-day querying and maintenance.

References available on request.