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Hi, I'm Kayla Poole, a recent MEng Computer Science graduate from Southampton University. I pursued an interest in machine learning and data handling and enjoy exploring advanced problem solving, with a focus on intelligent systems, NLP, and machine learning technologies. I completed a group search engine development project and a dissertation on Controlling Games with a bespoke scripting language. In addition to my studies, I enjoy leading teams, volunteering with LGBTQIA+ support groups, and supporting a local asylum seeker. I am excited to begin a career in Agile development, where I can apply my programming skills and organizational abilities to rewarding projects.…Hi, I'm Kayla Poole, a recent MEng Computer Science graduate from Southampton University. I pursued an interest in machine learning and data handling and enjoy exploring advanced problem solving, with a focus on intelligent systems, NLP, and machine learning technologies. I completed a group search engine development project and a dissertation on Controlling Games with a bespoke scripting language. In addition to my studies, I enjoy leading teams, volunteering with LGBTQIA+ support groups, and supporting a local asylum seeker. I am excited to begin a career in Agile development, where I can apply my programming skills and organizational abilities to rewarding projects.

Kayla Poole

Programmer, Web Developer, Game Designer, +2

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Hi, I'm Kayla Poole, a recent MEng Computer Science graduate from Southampton University. I pursued an interest in machine learning and data handling and enjoy exploring advanced problem solving, with a focus on intelligent systems, NLP, and machine learning technologies. I completed a group search engine development project and a dissertation on Controlling Games with a bespoke scripting language. In addition to my studies, I enjoy leading teams, volunteering with LGBTQIA+ support groups, and supporting a local asylum seeker. I am excited to begin a career in Agile development, where I can apply my programming skills and organizational abilities to rewarding projects.…Hi, I'm Kayla Poole, a recent MEng Computer Science graduate from Southampton University. I pursued an interest in machine learning and data handling and enjoy exploring advanced problem solving, with a focus on intelligent systems, NLP, and machine learning technologies. I completed a group search engine development project and a dissertation on Controlling Games with a bespoke scripting language. In addition to my studies, I enjoy leading teams, volunteering with LGBTQIA+ support groups, and supporting a local asylum seeker. I am excited to begin a career in Agile development, where I can apply my programming skills and organizational abilities to rewarding projects.

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Hi, I’m Kayla Poole, a recent MEng Computer Science graduate from Southampton University. I pursued an interest in machine learning and data handling and enjoy exploring advanced problem solving, with a focus on intelligent systems, NLP, and machine learning technologies. I completed a group search engine development project and a dissertation on Controlling Games with a bespoke scripting language.

In addition to my studies, I enjoy leading teams, volunteering with LGBTQIA+ support groups, and supporting a local asylum seeker. I am excited to begin a career in Agile development, where I can apply my programming skills and organizational abilities to rewarding projects.

Skills

Python

Java

JavaScript

Experience Level

Expert

Python

Expert

Java

Expert

JavaScript

Expert

Language

English

Fluent

Work Experience

Trial Administrator at Southampton University

January 1, 2022 - January 1, 2025

As a trial administrator I coordinated weekly tasks, streamlined processes to improve efficiency, and handled secure medical data while communicating data-handling procedures to management. I organized documentation, ensured data integrity, and liaised with researchers and IT staff to support trials. I developed tooling to automate routine tasks, reducing manual work and minimizing errors, all while maintaining strict privacy and compliance standards.

AGILE Team Supervisor at Southampton University

February 1, 2022 - June 1, 2022

As a student demonstrator I mentored and supervised teams in Agile software development, teaching best practices to maximise value, addressing project queries, and acting as a manager for project progress and resources.

Society President at Southampton University

January 1, 2020 - January 1, 2022

Led the University Games Society for two years, planning events, coordinating groups, and considering the needs of diverse subgroups to ensure inclusive activities.

Event Organizer (Model United Nations) at Magdalen College School, Oxford

January 1, 2016 - January 1, 2018

Organised and ran mock Model United Nations conferences for hundreds of participants; served as co-chair for environmental and health committees in 2018 and contributed to event planning and execution.

Cadet (Combined Cadets Force) at Magdalen College School, Oxford

January 1, 2016 - January 1, 2018

Gained discipline and team-oriented skills; held leadership roles as a Lance Corporal, developing perseverance and strategic thinking.

Model United Nations Organizer/Participant at Magdalen College School - Oxford

January 1, 2016 - January 1, 2018

Organised and ran mock conferences; co-chaired environment and health committee at a 300-person event, contributing motions and speaking.

Combined Cadets Force Member at Magdalen College School - Oxford

January 1, 2016 - January 1, 2018

Cadets program focusing on discipline and teamwork; promoted to Lance Corporal for diligence and leadership.