As a highly experienced IT professional and a certified Lean Six Sigma Black Belt, I'm transitioning into Backend Development with a focus on systems built in TypeScript, Golang, and PostgreSQL. I excel at tackling complex, high-volume commercial challenges by applying rigorous architectural principles. My recent success includes designing and developing a scalable, security-first GraphQL Gateway that delivered a measurable 54% speed improvement over the previous solution. I'm now keen to leverage my hands-on development skills and comprehensive understanding of Cloud infrastructure, Kafka, Docker, and Kubernetes to drive real-world impact in a new developer role.

Finley Cordell

As a highly experienced IT professional and a certified Lean Six Sigma Black Belt, I'm transitioning into Backend Development with a focus on systems built in TypeScript, Golang, and PostgreSQL. I excel at tackling complex, high-volume commercial challenges by applying rigorous architectural principles. My recent success includes designing and developing a scalable, security-first GraphQL Gateway that delivered a measurable 54% speed improvement over the previous solution. I'm now keen to leverage my hands-on development skills and comprehensive understanding of Cloud infrastructure, Kafka, Docker, and Kubernetes to drive real-world impact in a new developer role.

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As a highly experienced IT professional and a certified Lean Six Sigma Black Belt, I’m transitioning into Backend Development with a focus on systems built in TypeScript, Golang, and PostgreSQL. I excel at tackling complex, high-volume commercial challenges by applying rigorous architectural principles. My recent success includes designing and developing a scalable, security-first GraphQL Gateway that delivered a measurable 54% speed improvement over the previous solution. I’m now keen to leverage my hands-on development skills and comprehensive understanding of Cloud infrastructure, Kafka, Docker, and Kubernetes to drive real-world impact in a new developer role.

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Language

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Work Experience

Solution Architect at Highbourne Group
March 1, 2024 - November 6, 2025
Led maintenance and strategic development of core applications in an AWS microservice environment, improving reliability and scalability. Aligned technical requirements with business goals by partnering with product owners, developers, and testers to deliver innovative features and functionality in agile sprints. Directed incident investigations to resolve complex application issues and restore production during critical priority incidents.
IT Application Support Analyst at Independent Builders Merchant Group
February 29, 2024 - February 29, 2024
Delivered 3rd-line application support for the K8 ERP across 300+ branch network. Collaborated with stakeholders across multiple brands to design, implement, and optimize new functionality for streamlined operations. Resolved user issues via comprehensive end-to-end support across email, phone, and CRM, prioritising first-contact resolution.
Digital Solutions Supervisor at Direct Heating Spares (Part of the Highbourne Group)
July 31, 2023 - July 31, 2023
Oversaw administration, operation, and security of the Kerridge K8 ERP system for a high-volume distribution warehouse, ensuring 24/7 critical function availability. Engineered and deployed new K8 functionality to meet precise business and user requirements, driving projects from concept through deployment. Executed Lean Six Sigma to re-engineer business processes, delivering optimized workflows and strategic recommendations to management. Liaised with ERP suppliers to escalate and resolve deep-seated bugs and administered secure development and production environments (Linux-based).
Commercial Analyst at Direct Heating Spares (Part of the Highbourne Group)
April 30, 2019 - April 30, 2019
Maintained product data integrity and delivered technical support to customer accounts for e-commerce in Plumbing & Heating. Equipped development teams and stakeholders with detailed acceptance criteria for new e-commerce functionality. Developed JavaScript plug-ins to deliver user tools and improve customer experience, driving retention.
E-Commerce Admin at Carpet Kingdom
June 30, 2017 - June 30, 2017
Processed high volumes of sales orders, coordinating directly with logistics and supply chain partners to ensure seamless delivery. Curated detailed product listings for eBay and Amazon.

Education

Master of Environmental Science at The Open University
January 1, 2025 - November 6, 2025
Lean Six Sigma Black Belt Certification at Learning Lean
January 11, 2030 - December 1, 2021
Advanced Data Fellowship Apprenticeship at Multiverse
January 11, 2030 - November 6, 2025

Qualifications

Lean Six Sigma Black Belt Certification
January 11, 2030 - December 1, 2021
End-To-End Issue Ownership (ITIL)
January 11, 2030 - November 6, 2025

Industry Experience

Software & Internet, Retail, Transportation & Logistics, Manufacturing, Professional Services, Media & Entertainment