Mid-Level Developer available immediately for permanent and contract work. --------------------- Hi, I’m Craig Whitehouse, a versatile software developer with a solid foundation in .NET/C# development, QA in AAA games, and IT leadership. Over the years I’ve built and maintained scalable web apps and managed multi-site IT infrastructures while focusing on delivering solid, user-friendly solutions. I bring a Test-First mindset from the games industry to ensure maintainable code and high-quality software in Agile teams. I enjoy translating complex business needs into practical architectures and robust tooling that streamline operations and support technical teams.

Craig Whitehouse

Mid-Level Developer available immediately for permanent and contract work. --------------------- Hi, I’m Craig Whitehouse, a versatile software developer with a solid foundation in .NET/C# development, QA in AAA games, and IT leadership. Over the years I’ve built and maintained scalable web apps and managed multi-site IT infrastructures while focusing on delivering solid, user-friendly solutions. I bring a Test-First mindset from the games industry to ensure maintainable code and high-quality software in Agile teams. I enjoy translating complex business needs into practical architectures and robust tooling that streamline operations and support technical teams.

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Mid-Level Developer available immediately for permanent and contract work.


Hi, I’m Craig Whitehouse, a versatile software developer with a solid foundation in .NET/C# development, QA in AAA games, and IT leadership. Over the years I’ve built and maintained scalable web apps and managed multi-site IT infrastructures while focusing on delivering solid, user-friendly solutions.

I bring a Test-First mindset from the games industry to ensure maintainable code and high-quality software in Agile teams. I enjoy translating complex business needs into practical architectures and robust tooling that streamline operations and support technical teams.

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Experience Level

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Work Experience

Software Developer at Nurtur Ltd (BriefYourMarket.com)
January 1, 2025 - February 1, 2026
Engineered and maintained scalable .NET web solutions for a nationwide estate agency sales platform while developing custom internal tools to streamline technical support workflows.
Software Developer at Telefonica Tech UK&I
March 1, 2023 - October 1, 2024
Delivered full-stack features as part of a high-performance development team under a partially- Agile lifecycle, focusing on enterprise-grade software stability.
IT Developer at TPN: THE Pallet Network (Culina)
March 1, 2022 - March 1, 2023
Enhanced a mission-critical, in-house pallet tracking and logistics system by optimizing backend logic and managing real-time data integrity.
.NET Developer at Kettler GB Ltd
November 1, 2021 - February 1, 2022
Integrated custom .NET reporting solutions and provided technical oversight within the 3EX.NET ERP environment to improve business intelligence and operational efficiency.
Group IT Manager at Red Industries Ltd
December 1, 2018 - October 1, 2021
Architected a bespoke CRM with Google Maps API integration and strategically managed IT infrastructure across 6 regional sites to ensure 99.9% system uptime. Implemented a server upgrade to ensure staff operated during COVID lockdowns.
IT Manager & Support Technician at Chemtech Waste Management Ltd
February 1, 2017 - December 1, 2018
Developed a custom internal CRM using VBScript and SQL to centralize multi-site operations while providing comprehensive IT support across the West Midlands.
Digital Archive Engineer at Rare Ltd (Microsoft)
January 1, 2015 - July 1, 2016
Curated and migrated the historical digital portfolio for the Rare Replay collection, ensuring the preservation and organization of legacy assets for modern hardware.
Administrative Officer at Sandwell & West Birmingham NHS Trust
September 1, 2010 - December 1, 2015
Various administration roles within the NHS for various departments.
Development QA Technician, Online QA Technician at Codemasters Ltd
April 1, 2009 - September 1, 2010
Executed rigorous quality assurance and physics testing for AAA titles like F1 2010 and Colin McRae’s DiRT 2 using the proprietary EGO Engine and Jira for issue tracking.

Education

BA (Hons) Computer Games Design at University of Wolverhampton
January 1, 2005 - December 31, 2008
A-Levels at Dudley College
January 1, 2003 - January 1, 2005

Qualifications

ILM Level 4 Management Certification
January 1, 2021 - June 11, 2026

Industry Experience

Software & Internet, Gaming, Professional Services