With a diverse career spanning software development, operational support, and the creative industries, I bring a unique problem-solving approach rooted in extensive international life experience. I have developed and optimized complex SaaS applications, integrating APIs, developing interactive tools, and improving user experience. My background in operations, logistics, and art direction enhances my ability to think outside the box, adapt to challenges, and bring creative solutions to technical problems. Having lived and worked in different countries, I excel at navigating unfamiliar systems and leveraging cross-disciplinary insights to drive innovation and efficiency. I am eager to apply this broad skill set to dynamic, forward-thinking teams.

Michael Search

With a diverse career spanning software development, operational support, and the creative industries, I bring a unique problem-solving approach rooted in extensive international life experience. I have developed and optimized complex SaaS applications, integrating APIs, developing interactive tools, and improving user experience. My background in operations, logistics, and art direction enhances my ability to think outside the box, adapt to challenges, and bring creative solutions to technical problems. Having lived and worked in different countries, I excel at navigating unfamiliar systems and leveraging cross-disciplinary insights to drive innovation and efficiency. I am eager to apply this broad skill set to dynamic, forward-thinking teams.

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With a diverse career spanning software development, operational support, and the creative industries, I bring a unique problem-solving approach rooted in extensive international life experience. I have developed and optimized complex SaaS applications, integrating APIs, developing interactive tools, and improving user experience. My background in operations, logistics, and art direction enhances my ability to think outside the box, adapt to challenges, and bring creative solutions to technical problems.

Having lived and worked in different countries, I excel at navigating unfamiliar systems and leveraging cross-disciplinary insights to drive innovation and efficiency. I am eager to apply this broad skill set to dynamic, forward-thinking teams.

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Experience Level

Expert
Expert
Expert
Expert
Expert
Intermediate
Intermediate
Intermediate

Language

English
Fluent
German
Fluent
French
Intermediate
Japanese
Intermediate

Work Experience

Independent Entrepreneur & Family Support
March 1, 2024 - Present
Supported neurodivergent children attending school in Japan, helping them navigate language, study situations, and culture. Founded and managed Nomad’s Muse, an online print-on-demand store, designing products and handling branding, marketing, and operations. Applied creative problem-solving and design thinking to develop unique marketable products. Gained hands-on experience with e-commerce platforms, digital marketing, and customer engagement. Attended Japanese language classes to enhance communication and family cultural support.
Office Services & Operations Support Specialist at Cleary, Gottlieb, Steen & Hamilton LLP
January 1, 2020 - September 4, 2025
Managed logistics, document production, and translation tasks in a fast-paced international legal firm. Provided technical support and IT-related solutions enhancing efficiency across departments. Coordinated events, secured document handling, and optimized processes in a demanding environment.
Remote React Web Developer at Un-Real Tech Ltd.
February 1, 2022 - March 30, 2024
Developed and maintained innovative SaaS web applications as a MERN full-stack developer. Created a video transcript generator, editor, and translation app integrating external APIs for content localization. Designed subtitle editing and styling tools and an interactive scrum board for production management. Built Twilio-based web phone app and real-time web push notifications system for seamless communication. Refactored legacy code, improved performance, and contributed to backend REST API development. Quickly adapted to new technologies and complex systems, demonstrating a problem-solving mindset.

Education

M.A. (Ord) at University of Glasgow
January 1, 1988 - January 1, 1992
M.A. (Ord) at University of Glasgow
January 1, 1988 - January 1, 1992
Full Stack Developer Bootcamp at London App Brewery
January 1, 2020 - January 1, 2021
Python Programmer Bootcamp at London App Brewery
January 1, 2020 - January 1, 2021

Qualifications

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Industry Experience

Software & Internet, Media & Entertainment, Professional Services, Education, Retail