About Me

Hello, I’m James Gardner, a Computer Science graduate from Lancaster University, where I earned a First Class Honours MSci Honours degree in Computer Science. I have strong foundations in a variety of languages such as Java, Python, C#, and JavaScript and I’m passionate about building practical, user-focused software. With experience across full-stack development, distributed systems, and cloud infrastructure, I’m a dedicated, detail-oriented software engineer eager to contribute to impactful, forward-thinking projects.

Contact Information

• Email: jamesgardner01@outlook.com
• LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/james-m-gardner/
• GitHub: github.com/JGardner01
• CV: Open Here

Skills

• Languages: Java, Python, C#, C, HTML, CSS, JavaScript
• Databases: SQL, MySQL, SQLite, MongoDB
• Tools & Frameworks: JavaFX, Flask, Node.js, Express.js, Bootstrap, Heroku
• Version Control: Git, GitHub
• Problem Solving: Attention to detail, critical thinking, optimising and debugging
• Time Management: Working under pressure, able to prioritise and manage large workloads and projects
• Teamwork: Collaboration, task management
• Communication: Strong verbal and written skills

Education

Lancaster University (October 2021 - July 2025)

• MSci Software Engineering with Industrial Experience - First Class Honours Degree

Caroline Chisholm School - A Levels (September 2018 - July 2020)

• Cambridge Technical Introductory Diploma in IT: Distinction*
• Computer Science: A
• Maths: C

Caroline Chisholm School - GCSE’s (September 2016 - July 2018)

• ICT (A*), Maths (7), Computer Science (6), Biology (6), Chemistry (6), Physics (6), Spanish (6), English Language (4), English Literature (4), D&T: Graphic Products (C)

Relevant Experience

Lancashire Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust – Software Engineer Industry Placement (January 2025 – June 2025)

• Worked on the Lancashire and South Cumbria Secure Data Environment, a platform providing healthcare researchers with secure access to NHS healthcare data and a variety of preconfigured workspaces.
• Developed and deployed a Trusted Research Environment workspace specialised for Large Language Model research, utilising Python, containers and cloud deployment technologies.
• Utilised Docker, Kubernetes, FluxCD, Terraform and GitOps workflows to manage and automate deployments.
• Utilised Microsoft’s Azure cloud services for hosting the services and fulfilling the hardware needs.

Virtual Internships

• JP Morgan Chase & Co: Software Engineering Lite [View Certificate]
  • Completed a simulation focused on the process of completing an engineering ticket for a system in the credit-card rewards department of JPMorgan Chase & Co.
  • Created a new class to get an existing system up and running
  • Wrote a test suite for the class added
• Verizon: Cloud Platform [View Certificate]
  • Completed a job simulation involving building a hypothetical new VPN product for Verizon’s Cloud Computing team.
  • Used command line Python to test whether Verizon’s VPN met the cloud-native traits, i.e. redundancy, resiliency and least-privilege.
  • Researched approaches to achieve application security and communicated insights in a PowerPoint Presentation.

Interests and Achievements

• Enjoy staying active by strength training regularly and took part in the Lancaster University boxing society.
• Passionate about travelling, exploring new destinations and learning about different cultures.
• Awarded Best Student in the year for ICT during Sixth Form.
• Won first place in photography at the local village show.
• Volunteered at local events such as the annual village produce show and charity coffee mornings - helping set up equipment, organise activities and assisting with meals.
• Full driving license with a clean record.