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I’m an engineering leader with extensive experience building and growing development teams. I focus on mentoring and coaching other developers, to really get the best out of a team, and improving the software development lifecycle using a range of Agile techniques. I have extensive experience building a variety of complex mobile and web applications across a wide range of sectors. I have since left the technology sector full time to pursue another passion, however I am still just as passionate about tech, and am looking for part-time roles that allow me to continue to explore exciting opportunities in the tech space.…I’m an engineering leader with extensive experience building and growing development teams. I focus on mentoring and coaching other developers, to really get the best out of a team, and improving the software development lifecycle using a range of Agile techniques. I have extensive experience building a variety of complex mobile and web applications across a wide range of sectors. I have since left the technology sector full time to pursue another passion, however I am still just as passionate about tech, and am looking for part-time roles that allow me to continue to explore exciting opportunities in the tech space.

Ben Mechen

Full Stack Developer, Web Developer, Programmer, +3

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I’m an engineering leader with extensive experience building and growing development teams. I focus on mentoring and coaching other developers, to really get the best out of a team, and improving the software development lifecycle using a range of Agile techniques. I have extensive experience building a variety of complex mobile and web applications across a wide range of sectors. I have since left the technology sector full time to pursue another passion, however I am still just as passionate about tech, and am looking for part-time roles that allow me to continue to explore exciting opportunities in the tech space.…I’m an engineering leader with extensive experience building and growing development teams. I focus on mentoring and coaching other developers, to really get the best out of a team, and improving the software development lifecycle using a range of Agile techniques. I have extensive experience building a variety of complex mobile and web applications across a wide range of sectors. I have since left the technology sector full time to pursue another passion, however I am still just as passionate about tech, and am looking for part-time roles that allow me to continue to explore exciting opportunities in the tech space.

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I’m an engineering leader with extensive experience building and growing development teams. I focus on mentoring and coaching other developers, to really get the best out of a team, and improving the software development lifecycle using a range of Agile techniques.

I have extensive experience building a variety of complex mobile and web applications across a wide range of sectors. I have since left the technology sector full time to pursue another passion, however I am still just as passionate about tech, and am looking for part-time roles that allow me to continue to explore exciting opportunities in the tech space.

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Work Experience

Police Constable at Metropolitan Police

January 1, 2025 - Present

Policing role in London requiring clear communication across diverse backgrounds, problem solving, and making crucial decisions under significant pressure in a fast-paced environment.

Senior Software Engineer at Ministry of Defence, UK Government

January 1, 2025 - October 13, 2025

Joined the MoD engineering team to apply external software engineering practices in a challenging environment, including working without internet or cloud services. Focused on user-centered design, smaller frequent iterations, and rapid feedback from a wide range of users.

Lead Developer at Chelsea Apps

January 1, 2024 - October 13, 2025

Led development teams, upskilled engineers, introduced innovations (innovation time, lunch-and-learns), and oversaw the technical side of commercial outreach including client pitches. Architected and delivered solutions, promoted best practices, and improved software engineering processes.

Consultant / Part-time Software Engineer at 3 Sided Cube

January 1, 2024 - Present

Returned to 3 Sided Cube on a part-time consultancy basis to help raise software engineering standards across the company.

Support Desk / IT Support at Transparity

January 8, 2017 - October 13, 2025

Provided on-site support and helped design networks and IT systems while learning Azure and cloud concepts.

Student IT Support at University of Nottingham

December 31, 2019 - October 13, 2025

Provided IT support and laptop repair to students across campus, developing problem solving skills and the ability to work in high-pressure environments.

Catering Supervisor at Farmer Palmer’s Farm Park

January 1, 2019 - October 13, 2025

Supervised a team of about 14 in the restaurant, serving up to 1000 visitors; developed leadership and customer service skills under pressure.

Work Experience Shadow at LS Marine & Auto

January 1, 2015 - Present

Shadowed the owner to learn day-to-day operations, assisted customers, and supported staff while gaining business insight.

Police Constable at Metropolitan Police

January 1, 2025 - Present

Improved soft skills, including communicating with people from diverse backgrounds and solving problems under significant pressure in a fast-paced environment.

Senior Software Engineer at Ministry of Defence, UK Government

January 1, 2025 - October 13, 2025

Focused on elevating software engineering practices, applying a user-focused approach, delivering smaller and more frequent iterations to obtain faster user feedback, and operating in environments with limited connectivity.

Lead Developer at Chelsea Apps & 3 Sided Cube

January 1, 2024 - October 13, 2025

Led development teams, upskilled staff, introduced innovation time and lunch-and-learns, led the technical side of commercial outreach, architected and delivered solutions, promoted best practices, and improved software engineering processes; returned on a part-time consultancy basis.