About Me
My name is Thomas, I am a futurist and technology enthusiast. I currently work as a Technology Manager and I also have 15 years of experience as a Web focused Software Engineer.
One of my main passions is building new technologies that I can personally use, I love to scale them once they are right for me to deliver value to others too.
I am a keen advocate for privacy and transparency, often a key feature of the software I build because I would rather see a web that respects your data rather than profits from it.
Hobbies
I am an avid football fan of Leicester City FC. I also enjoy running, walking and cookings. I play video games periodically too, mostly RTS (Real Time Strategy) and Simulation games.
Management Skills
Technical Skills
Experience
I have been working in the tech industry for nearly 20 years, mostly as an Engineer focused on the Web as a platform.
Just Eat Takeaway
Technology Manager
- I lead the Web Foundations team at Just Eat Takeaway, we are a force multiplier team which enables all other teams to deliver the features our customers love.
- I manage a team of 8 engineers who are responsible for the core infrastructure of our web applications.
- My role also involves managing the roadmap and projects to ensure we deliver the most valuable work at the right time, in the right way.
- I played a significant and prominent role in the consolidation of multiple web platforms into one.
Just Eat Takeaway
Senior Software Engineer
- I joined the Web Core Team at JET to build the foundations of the customer facing website
- Over my time I worked across the full stack and full domain, I was proud to engineer the next generation version of the website architecture.
- I developed my collaboration, negotiation and communication skills, necessary to work in such a large organisation.
Team River
Senior Software Engineer
- Built a SaaS tool for companies to monitor and collaborate around improving key KPIs
- Developed features for real-time KPI tracking and team collaboration
- Created intuitive interfaces for data visualization and performance metrics
River Agency
Software Engineer
- Built websites for the automotive sector to improve key metrics and drive dealerships towards excellent customer service
- Developed custom web solutions tailored to automotive dealership needs such as their goals to improve customer experiences.
- Focused on improving user experience and conversion metrics for automotive clients
EDM Group
Software Engineer
- I joined EDM Group straight out of University. I was successful in completing the Graduate Programme
- I worked on both external solutions for clients in the automotive sector, providing Pensions Auto Enrollment solutions.
- I worked extensively to build internal software used by the companies various digitisation facilities (including on site) to create consistent and simple processes.
Projects
I am always working on something fun, I am driven to build new technologies that I can personally use and share with others to enjoy.
BattleBlox
An addictive web based game you can play against friends or the AI, a hybrid between Risk and Go.
Animal Crossing Portal
The internet authority on popularity of characters in the Animal Crossing game. Visitors can vote and participate in the conversation.
Manager Toolkit
A new project that has not yet launched, designed for Technology Managers like me to solve common challenges in a simple and consistent way.
Favourite Books
Since becoming a Technology Manager I have been search for the best to help me grow and expand my knowledge.
Surrounded by Idiots
by Thomas Erikson
A practical guide to understanding different personality types and improving communication.
Certifications
Professional certifications and credentials I have earned.
BTEC National Diploma in Software Development
Worcester College of Technology
BTEC National Diploma in Software Development.
BSc Hons, Computer Science
University of Worcester
Bachelor of Science with Honours in Computer Science.
Influential Communication Programme
Bureau Zuidema
A 4 day programme that teaches you how to communicate with influence and impact.
Contact Me
Reach out via LinkedIn to learn more about me or to collaborate on a project.
Thomas William McClean
Technology Manager and Software Engineer
I'd love to connect and discuss opportunities, collaborations, or just have a chat about technology and innovation.
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