Graham Smith

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Graham Smith

Head of Engineering

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Graham has over 20 years of experience in the IT industry, primarily in software engineering with Microsoft technologies, including .NET, C#, SQL Server, PowerShell, Azure DevOps, and the broader Microsoft Azure platform. A passionate technologist, they also bring extensive experience in complementary areas such as cloud infrastructure implementation, DevOps, Agile methodologies, SQL Server administration, test automation, and on-premises virtualization.

Over the years Graham has held a variety of roles: 12 years as a hands-on developer, 15 years in leadership and management, leading teams ranging from small groups to a 90-person department, and a stint in consulting. Graham is also a certified Scrum Master through Scrum.org, and is deeply passionate about building collaborative teams that are excited to create outstanding software, and about helping individuals reach their full potential.

A lifelong learner, Graham has spent years blogging about technical DevOps practices at pleasereleaseme.net, and enjoys tinkering with Raspberry Pis, Arduinos, and hobby electronics. Before relocating, they co-organized Exeter Raspberry Jam and Code Club. Graham is currently exploring assembly language programming and volunteering with AbilityNet, a charity that assists disabled and older people with IT issues.

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