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David Rawle MEng, MIET, MIoD 
23 Smith Hill
Bishopsteignton
Teignmouth, Devon, SW  TQ14 9QT
UK
monster@rawle.org.uk
Mobile: +44 7769 712000  
Work: +44 1626 248600
Home: +44 1626 248600
URL: http://www.rawle.org.uk
 RESUME ^BACK TO TOP
Resume ID: 6399201   Resume Headline: experienced web, database and e-commerce technical architect  
OBJECTIVE:Highly motivated professional developer seeks position as a multi-skilled technical self-starter within the on-line IT field. I relish the idea of finding the most cost-effective, reliable and scalable solutions to ensure complete customer satisfaction and trouble-free operation of internet facing systems. In addition,
working within a technically and visually creative environment satisfies my interest in the aesthetic.
I have over 15 years experience of software design and development in interactive, client/server and batch financial, commercial and scientific environments. I have significant Java and Internet/Intranet experience and obtained Java Professional Certification and Internet/Intranet Professional Certification in 1997. I have also worked extensively on Digital hardware with experience of VAX COBOL, Oracle Rdb and ACMS.
EXPERIENCE:8/2003 - PresentBarbican NewsagentsLooe, Cornwall
Managing Director (CEO)
Ensuring the smooth an profitable running of a small retail business. Investigating, evaluating, developing and prototyping (J2EE, JSF, JBoss, MySQL) IT solutions to improve customer service, efficiency and profitability of the buying and selling processes (EPOS). Providing excellence in customer experience in small repeat business community.
1/2003 - 8/2003Various (inc HP)London
Consultant and Developer
Advising on architecture to be used on 2 upcoming web-based projects for 2 clients. Developing prototypes for both projects.
4/2002 - 12/2002Rufus LeonardLondon
Development Consultant
Advising designers and project managers about implementing back-end web functionality to new and existing web sites. Researching technical architecture and CMS Solutions for specific projects. Adding technical input to the new business pitch process. Building proof-of-concept models. Mentoring team members in Java, J2EE, Perl and other server technologies.
10/2001 - 3/2002Asera LtdLondon W6
Technical Architect
Customising Asera AeBOS for existing Asera Customers. Providing Java 2 expertise and training to Asera employees and external contractors.

Software: Java (1.3), J2EE, JDBC, HTML, JSP, SQL, PL/SQL, Oracle 8i (NT and Solaris), Oracle Enterprise Manager, Netscape Enterprise Server (iPlanet), Netscape Navigator, Internet Explorer, Forte for Java, Macromedia Dreamweaver, Asera AeBOS, Windows 2000, Windows NT 4, Windows 95/98, Linux, Solaris.

Hardware: IBM Compatible PC (Intel), Sun Solaris Servers
2/2001 - 8/2001Art Technology Group Inc (ATG)San Francisco, CA
Expert Services Engineer (Software Engineer)
Adding funtionality to the existing ATG Dynamo suite using Java, EJB, J2EE and HTML. Assisting in the development of pilots for potential customers. I took all the ATG technical courses: ATG Dynamo Essentials for Java Develop rs, Utilizing Dynamo Repositories, Personalizing Web Applications, Designing Dynamic Web Pages and Deploying and Sustaining a Dynamo-Driven Web Site.
8/2000 - 1/2001Brann DigitalLondon, UK
Technical Director
Designing, programming, testing and implementing several web-based, on-line, client-side and
server-side systems for Toshiba and Guinness.
1/1998 - 7/2000Channel A LtdSoho, London, UK
Technical Director
Designing, programming, testing and implementing several web-based, on-line, client-side and server-side (including e-commerce) systems for Disney, the BBC, Fife Council, Spink and Spring. Additionally, designing and programming a new interactive, animated, programmable, technical training CD-ROM for the BBC.

Software: Java, JDBC, HTML, CGI, Perl, VBScript, Macromedia Director & Lingo, SQL, Sybase SQL Server 11, Sybase web.sql, Oracle 8i, DB2, Apache Netscape Enterprise Server, Netscape Navigator, Internet Explorer, Microsoft IIS, Microsoft SQL Server, ASP’s, Visual Café for Java, FrontPage 98, Dreamweaver, Windows NT 4, Windows 95/98, Redhat Linux 6.2
9/1997 - 12/1997enterWorks.comPasadena, CA, USA
Internet Database Consultant
Programming, testing and implementing a product enabling connection of databases to Internet applications.

Software: Java, JavaScript, HTML, CGI, SmallTalk, SQL, Sybase, Oracle 7, SOLARIS, Windows 95, Windows NT 4, Visual Café for Java
1/1997 - 6/1997PacifiCareCypress, CA, USA
Y2K Developer Team Lead
Programming, testing, implementing and supporting conversion of legacy systems for Year 2000 compliance.

Software: VAX/SQL, Oracle Rdb, MS Access, CDD/Plus, COBOL, RMS, MMS, CMS, SCA, PCA, DCL, DECScheduler, VAX/VMS
7/1996 - 12/1996CSC at Anglian WaterHiston, Cambridge, UK
Analyst/Programmer
Designing, programming, testing, implementing and supporting the Anglian Water Sludge Application Management System.

Software: VAX/SQL, Rdb/VMS, CDD/Plus, COBOL, RMS, MMS, CMS, SCA, DCL, VAX/VMS
1/1996 - 5/1996PacifiCareCypress, CA, USA
Analyst/Programmer
Optimising, programming, testing and supporting a private health insurance system.

Software: VAX/SQL, Oracle Rdb, CDD/Plus, COBOL, RMS, MMS, CMS, SCA, PCA, DCL, DECScheduler, VAX/VMS
10/1995 - 1/1996Foundation HealthRancho Cordova, CA, USA
Analyst/Programmer
Designing, programming, testing, implementing and supporting a private health insurance system.

Software: VAX/SQL, Rdb/VMS, CDD/Plus, COBOL, RMS, MMS, CMS, SCA, DCL, VAX/VMS
7/1994 - 6/1995Anglian WaterHiston, Cambridge, UK
Analyst/Programmer
Designing, programming, testing and implementing a batch water purity data capture system in a BS5750 controlled environment.

Software: VAX/SQL, Rdb/VMS, CDD/Plus, COBOL, RMS, MMS, CMS, SCA, DCL, VAX/VMS
EDUCATION:7/1985University of NottinghamUK-Notts-Nottingham
Master's Degree
Master of Engineering (M.Eng) in Electrical and Electronic
Engineering with French (Class 2/1)
AFFILIATIONS: 7/1985 - PresentInstitution of Electrical Engineers (IEE)Member (MIEE)
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SKILLS:Skill NameSkill LevelLast Used/Experience
COBOLExpert3 years ago/8 years
UNIXIntermediateCurrently used/2 years
OpenVMSExpert3 years ago/12 years
JDBCIntermediateCurrently used/2 years
SQL, VAX/SQL, SQLMOD & PL/SQLExpertCurrently used/9 years
Internet Networking -TCP/IP, DNS, Firewall, etcIntermediateCurrently used/3 years
Macromedia LingoIntermediateCurrently used/1 years
Macromedia Director 6.5/7IntermediateCurrently used/2 years
Netscape Enterprise ServerIntermediateCurrently used/2 years
Redhat Linux 6.2IntermediateCurrently used/1 years
Java 1.5 / J2EE 1.4ExpertCurrently used/4 years
Macromedia Dreamweaver 2IntermediateCurrently used/2 years
HTML & CGIIntermediateCurrently used/3 years
Windows NT 4 (Server & Workstation)IntermediateCurrently used/4 years
Perl, JavaScript & VBScriptIntermediateCurrently used/1 years
Oracle Rdb, Sybase 11, IBM DB2 & Oracle 7/8iExpertCurrently used/9 years
Microsoft Internet Information Server (IIS)IntermediateCurrently used/3 years
Windows 95 & 98IntermediateCurrently used/4 years
LANGUAGES:LanguagesProficiency Level
EnglishFluent - Full Knowledge
FrenchConversational - Limited
REFERENCES:Reference Name:Available on Request
Phone:On Request
Type:Professional
Reference Name:Available on Request
Phone:On Request
Type:Personal
ADDITIONAL
INFORMATION:
Tetra Pak Data Systems- Analyst/Programmer - 3/94 - 7/94
X-Tension Group Ltd - Analyst/Programmer - 10/93 - 2/94
ITT Gouden Gids BV -Analyst/Programmer - 7/93 - 10/93
Racal Datacom Ltd - User Support Analyst/Programmer - 1/93 - 7/93
YMCA, London, UK - Fitness Instructor Training - 10/92 -12/92
Digital Equipment IBV - Analyst/Programmer - 1/92 - 8/92
Barclays Mercantile - Analyst/Programmer - 9/91 - 12/91
Intergraph BV - User Support Analyst/Programmer - 5/91 - 9/91
APT Ltd - Analyst/Programmer - 11/90 - 5/91
S G Warburg - Analyst/Programmer - 12/89 - 11/90
The Body Shop - Consultant - 6/89 - 12/89
Copystatic Ltd - Senior Analyst/Programmer - 3/86 - 6/89
Arthur Andersen & Co.- Trainee Chartered Accountant - 9/85 - 3/86

Professional Examined Qualifications
Certified Inter/Intranet Professional - Learning Tree International - August 1997
Certified Java Professional - Learning Tree International - July 1997
 SUMMARY^BACK TO TOP
Current Career Level:Experienced (Non-Manager)
Years of relevant work experience:More than 15 Years
Date of Availability:From 1 to 3 months
Work Status:UK - I am authorized to work in this country for any employer.
US - I am authorized to work in this country for my present employer only.
Active Security Clearance:No
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Target Job:Target Job Title: Technical Architect/ Designer/Developer
Desired Job Type:Employee
Temporary/Contract/Project
Desired Status:Full-Time
Site Location:On-Site
Description of my perfect job:Designing, programming, testing and implementing web-based, on-line, client-side and server-side (especially e-commerce) systems. In addition, I enjoy researching new technology in order to facilitate systems building.

I am particularly interested in the evolution of web technology retail (EPOS).
Willing to work weekends:No
Willing to work overtime:No
Target Company:Company Size:No Preference
Category:Computers, Software
Retail/Wholesale
Internet/E-Commerce
Information Technology
Business Opportunity/Investment Required
Industry:IT- Software Systems & Design
y ideal company is:Small dynamic company (or small department within a larger company) on the cutting edge of internet technology.
Target Locations:Selected Locations:UK-SW
US-CA-Los Angeles
US-CA-Oakland/East Bay
US-CA-Orange County
US-CA-San Diego
US-CA-San Francisco
US-CA-Silicon Valley/San Jose
US-CA-Long Beach
US-CA-Silicon Valley/Peninsula
US-CA-Marin County/North Bay
Relocate:Yes