Aaron O Brien

Experience

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  AMCERT LIMITED

  Jun 2017 - Oct 2020

  Junior Telecommunications Engineer

  Key Responsibilities:Programmed and configured Mitel telephony solutions for customer sites.Installed and tested wiring infrastructure for telephone systems.Diagnosed and resolved faults in telephone systems, ensuring optimal performance.Provided training and technical support to customers for newly installed systems.Key Achievements:Successfully completed installations and programming for numerous customer sites, ensuring full functionality and minimal downtime.Delivered comprehensive training to customers, ensuring smooth system adoption and user satisfaction. Show less

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  Molex

  May 2018 - May 2019

  Junior Test Engineer

  Responsibilities:▪ Designing and developing Molex test benches.▪ Debugging Molex devices.▪ Developing and implementing new tests to test benches.

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  Analog Devices

  Apr 2019 - Jan 2020

  Test Development Engineer

  Key Responsibilities:Explored and implemented automation methods to streamline device testing.Developed embedded code for on-device testing, facilitating more efficient and accurate results.Integrated automated testing into production test flows, improving test consistency.Collaborated with hardware and software engineers to improve test coverage and testing workflows.Developed a python script to analyse, format and visualize test result data. Key Achievements:Successfully automated testing processes, reducing manual intervention and speeding up production timelines.Developed embedded code that improved the accuracy and efficiency of on-device testing. Show less

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  BD

  May 2021 - Apr 2022

  Electronic Engineer

  Key Responsibilities:Designed analog, digital, and mixed-signal circuits for medical devices.Tested, validated, and troubleshot circuits using laboratory equipment such as oscilloscopes, signal generators, and multimeters.Integrated custom PCBs into newly designed systems, ensuring optimal performance and reliability.Collaborated with cross-functional teams to optimize designs for manufacturability and system integration.Key Achievements:Delivered successful integration of custom PCBs into new systems, enhancing product performance and reducing time to market.Improved circuit design reliability, resulting in a reduction of post-production issues. Show less

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  University of Limerick

  Sept 2021 - Dec 2021

  Teaching Assistant

  Responsibilities:▪ Assisted with the delivery of 'Engineering Computing 1 (Java 1)' Labs▪ Assisted with the delivery of 'Electronics 1' Labs▪ Circuit fault-finding and debugging

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  Jaguar Land Rover

  May 2022 - now

  Test Platform Engineer

  Key Responsibilities:• Lead the design, development, and release of scalable and secure software products and applications, with a strong focus on Python-driven solutions.• Define and document software requirements, collaborating with cross-functional stakeholders to align deliverables with project objectives and timelines.• Architect and implement CI/CD pipelines, automating builds, testing, and deployments.• Perform comprehensive software testing, including unit, integration, regression, and performance testing, ensuring adherence to ISO quality standards.• Debug and resolve software issues, employing root cause analysis and providing robust solutions to maintain system integrity.• Drive continuous improvement by identifying inefficiencies in processes and implementing modern tools and methodologies to enhance productivity and software quality.• Develop and maintain Python libraries to maximize efficiencies across various workflows and projects.• Played a pivotal role in Agile ceremonies, including sprint planning, backlog refinement, and retrospectives, fostering a culture of continuous improvement.• Partnered with cross-functional teams to prioritize, scope, and deliver incremental software releases, ensuring timely and high-quality delivery.• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior team members.Key Achievements:• Successfully delivered multiple software releases on time by implementing efficient CI/CD pipelines and improving testing coverage.• Enhanced system performance by optimizing existing architecture and refactoring legacy code.• Played a pivotal role in transitioning development processes to an Agile framework, improving collaboration and delivery efficiency. Show less