Dan Flood

Cloud and Web Technology Professional

Summary

Dynamic Cloud Computing Professional with extensive experience as a Lecturer and Developer, now seeking to leverage my expertise in cloud and web technologies within the industry. Skilled in Node.js, TypeScript, Angular, React, and AWS, with a proven track record in developing curriculum and executing projects in collaboration with AWS Public Sector. Proficient in serverless architectures, REST API design, and CI/CD processes. Eager to apply my technical knowledge and problem-solving skills in a role that fosters innovation and values creativity.

Skills

Node.js

5 years

TypeScript

2 years

Angular

2 years

React

4 years

AWS

6 years

GCP

2 years

Azure

1 years

Badges

AWS Certified Cloud Practitioner

AWS certified cloud practitioner

AWS & Cloud Training

AWS Academy Educator

Cloud Architecture

AWS Academy Cloud Architecting

Cloud Development

AWS Academy Cloud Developing

Cloud Fundamentals

AWS Academy Cloud Foundations

Windows Server

Micosoft Windows Server Fundamentals

Networking

Micosoft Networking Fundamentals

Database

Micosoft Database Fundamentals

Development

Micosoft Software Development Fundamentals using C#

Security

Micosoft Security Fundamentals

Development

Adobe Certified Associate in Visual Communicaion using Dreamweaver

Mobility & Device

Micosoft Mobiliy and Device Fundamentals

Experience

Lecturer (Cloud Computing and Web Applications) - Coventry University

  1. Led the development and implementation of the BSc (Hons) in Cloud Computing, creating a comprehensive curriculum in partnership with AWS Public Sector, incorporating AWS services like EC2, Lambda, VPC, ECS, EKS, and CloudFormation.
  2. Integrated web development technologies (Node.js, TypeScript, React, React Native) and version control (GitHub), along with CI/CD practices (GitHub Actions), emphasizing practical skills in software development.
  3. Provided in-depth training in system and database management using MySQL, RDS, and AWS Directory Service, preparing students for roles in database and infrastructure management.
  4. Graduates have secured positions at AWS, QinetiQ, NHS, UK Civil Service, and Seidor, demonstrating the curriculum's alignment with industry demands and effectiveness.

Sep 2017 - Present

9 years

Director and Lead Software/Cloud Engineer - Cryptmedia LTD

  1. Leading cloud and web engineering work for Welolo Inc., a US-based FinTech start-up, compensated through equity in my company, Cryptmedia Ltd.
  2. Developed scalable serverless REST APIs using Node.js and TypeScript, enhancing the start-up’s cloud infrastructure with AWS technologies like API Gateway and Lambda.
  3. Implemented secure authentication and payment processing by integrating OAuth 2.0 with AWS Cognito and Stripe API, ensuring platform security and PCI-DSS compliance.
  4. Directed the creation of front-end interfaces using Angular and React Native, improving user experience across different platforms.
  5. Improved development and deployment workflows by establishing version control and CI/CD practices using GitHub, AWS Amplify, and AWS CLI, and by employing Infrastructure as Code (IaC) with AWS CloudFormation for better resource management.

Sep 2019 - Present

5 years

Assistant Lecturer in Digital Media - Coventry University

  1. Played a key role in delivering the Digital Media BA (Hons) Top-Up Degree through a Transnational Education partnership with Raffles Education Group in Singapore.
  2. Responsible for ensuring the course and its modules were tailored to meet the local needs, facilitating an effective educational experience.
  3. Supported staff in delivering the curriculum locally and collaborated closely with senior leadership at both the home institution and the partner institution in Singapore.

December 2015 - December 2017

2 years

Associate Tutor in Information Technology - Coventry University

  1. Proficient in teaching Database Management Systems (DBMS), including T-SQL and MySQL, Web Development with a focus on Business Information Systems, Networking, and Programming, with an emphasis on C# and ASP.net

December 2015 - September 2017

2 years