I'm a software developer with 6+ years' experience delivering digital products for startups, agencies and public sector organisations. I design and build scalable, secure applications and love turning ideas into user-focused software you can actually use. I thrive in fast-paced environments, value human-centered design and accessibility, and enjoy sharing knowledge with teams to help everyone grow.

John Mawdsley

I'm a software developer with 6+ years' experience delivering digital products for startups, agencies and public sector organisations. I design and build scalable, secure applications and love turning ideas into user-focused software you can actually use. I thrive in fast-paced environments, value human-centered design and accessibility, and enjoy sharing knowledge with teams to help everyone grow.

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I’m a software developer with 6+ years’ experience delivering digital products for startups, agencies and public sector organisations. I design and build scalable, secure applications and love turning ideas into user-focused software you can actually use.

I thrive in fast-paced environments, value human-centered design and accessibility, and enjoy sharing knowledge with teams to help everyone grow.

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Experience Level

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Expert
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Expert
Intermediate

Work Experience

Contract Software Engineer at Freelance / Independent
March 1, 2025 - Present
Designing and delivering scalable, secure applications for startups, agencies and public sector organisations; architectural upgrades and automation; experience with React, Angular, Flutter, Firebase, SQL/NoSQL, Supabase, Android, iOS, Expo, Jest.
Software Developer at Headforwards
April 1, 2022 - March 1, 2025
Worked on customer-focused platforms; created and enhanced systems for Cornwall Council; Agile leadership including estimation, backlog refinement, and Azure DevOps to establish effective development processes; collaborated with stakeholders; delivered accessible, user-friendly solutions; technologies include .NET, C#, .NET MAUI, Microsoft Power Platform, Microsoft Dynamics 365, TypeScript, JavaScript, Azure.
Software Developer at Elixel
July 1, 2021 - April 1, 2022
Maintained and upgraded client applications; developed new applications; implemented bug fixes, version upgrades and security patches; focused on security, user experience, accessibility and coding best practices.

Education

BSc Computer Science with Certificate of Professional Industry Experience at University of Plymouth
January 11, 2030 - February 17, 2026

Qualifications

Certificate of Professional Industry Experience
January 11, 2030 - February 17, 2026

Industry Experience

Education, Government, Software & Internet, Professional Services