Des Chambers

Experience

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  Digital Equipment Corporation (USA)

  Aug 1987 - Dec 1994

  Senior Engineer

  Design of Vector Processor module for RISC based architecture. Mainframe Service Processor Diagnostic Software Modules mainly in C language. Designed complex System Management Software Analysis Systems. Also responsible for Recruitment and Mentoring of Engineers.

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  Galway-Mayo Institute of Technology

  Dec 1994 - Dec 1998

  Lecturer in Computer Science

  Programme Director of taught Masters Degree in Computing with responsibility for Degree Programme Design, Quality and Accreditation. Course Lecturer for Systems Software, Networks and Programming courses. Supervision of a wide range of Undergraduate and Postgraduate Projects.

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  University of Galway

  Jan 1999 - now

  Lecturer and Deputy Head of the School of Computer Science

  I am currently the Deputy Head of the School of Computer Science at NUI Galway. I was previously Programme Director of flagship Computer Science and Information Technology Degree with Responsibility for Degree Programme Design, Quality and Accreditation. Course Lecturer for Distributed Systems, Networks and Java Programming courses. Project Supervisor on a wide range of Undergraduate and Postgraduate Projects. Principle Investigator on Sensor and Networks related Research Projects with over 25 peer reviewed research publications. Show less

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  Lightnet - Ireland

  May 2006 - now

  Co-Founder and Director

  Lightnet is a Regional ISP with a large Wireless and Fibre Deployment. I am responsible for the overall Network and Systems Architecture and internet peering policies. I also work on Platform / Technology Evaluation and Selection as well as Complex Bandwidth Monitoring / Management tools that integrate with CRM and Billing Systems. Other areas include the Recruitment and Mentoring of Engineers and Support Staff, Data Retention policies, Regulatory Compliance and Licensing, Core Business Development and Strategy. Show less

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  Syncrophi Systems Ltd

  Jan 2008 - Jan 2020

  Co-Founder and Director

  Syncrophi Systems is a spin-out company that I co-founded after leading a number of related University based R&D projects. The company specialises in advance informatics systems for healthcare settings, especially in relation to improving the accuracy and efficiency of patient vital sign monitoring. The company has a certified medical-grade Quality Management System and all of its products comply with the Medical Device Software Standard (EN62304). I worked mainly on the original Product Architecture and Technology Selection as well as Core Business Development and Strategy. Show less

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  Solgrid Ltd.

  Jan 2020 - now

  Co-Founder and Director

  Solgrid is a leading provider of Solar PV solutions across the country, our team has more than 20 years of experience in networks, technology, systems, and project management to deliver sustainable energy solutions.

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  INEX - Internet Neutral Exchange

  Feb 2020 - May 2022

  Director

  INEX is a neutral, industry-owned Association that provides Internet peering facilities for its members. There are currently over 100 members including all the major content providers and Internet Service Providers located in Ireland.