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Lauren McBurney
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Why Hire Me?
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Lauren McBurney
About
Experience
Projects
Why Hire Me?
Contact
About
Experience
Projects
Why Hire Me?
Contact

WHAT I BRING TO A TEAM

Thoughtful Problem-Solving

  • I enjoy untangling complex challenges, asking the right questions, and building solutions that are practical, scalable, and user-focused.

Clear Communication & Collaboration

  • I work well with others and value open, honest communication. I’ve led initiatives, organised events, and spoken publicly — experiences that have shaped how I listen, explain ideas, and support teams.

Growth-Focused Mindset

  • I’m deeply committed to continuous learning. From building real-world systems to exploring new tools and technologies, I’m always looking for ways to improve and push myself further.

Clear communication & collaborationA BIT MORE ABOUT WHAT I DO WELL

Project Management & Leadership

  • I enjoy bringing ideas to life and helping projects move forward. I’ve supported and led Women in STEM initiatives, helped organise conferences, and worked on community-focused projects — always with collaboration and inclusion at the centre.

Communication & Public Speaking

  • I’ve spoken at events such as Women Techmakers Belfast and ElevateNI, sharing my journey into software engineering and offering guidance to those entering the industry. I love connecting with people and making technology feel approachable and accessible.

Problem-Solving & Critical Thinking

  • From data analysis to cloud-based engineering, I thrive on solving meaningful problems. I enjoy learning new tools, experimenting with ideas, and building systems that create real value.

TECHNICAL SKILLS

Languages

Java · JavaScript · TypeScript · Python · C# · SQL · HTML · CSS

Frameworks & Libraries

React · Node.js

Cloud, Tools & Platforms

AWS · Azure · Git · GitHub Actions · AWS Lambda · API Gateway · CloudWatch · DynamoDB · Snowflake · VS Code

Certifications & Ongoing Learning

  • AWS Serverless for TypeScript

  • AWS Lambda

  • API Gateway & DynamoDB

  • AWS Well-Architected Framework (Security)

  • React Design Patterns

  • SOLID Principles

  • GitHub Copilot Certification

Security & Compliance

  • Internet Security Systems

  • Cyber Policy, Phishing & Social Engineering

  • Fraud Prevention