Seamus Sands
Data Analytics Manager Data Architect @Kainos
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WORK HISTORY
Data Analytics Manager Data Architect @Kainos
Belfast, GB
I began my journey at Kainos as a Software Engineer and transitioned through various roles, including junior and senior levels of software and data engineering, data architecture, and data analysis, ultimately advancing to my current role. Throughout my tenure, I have consistently leveraged my skills in data management, data governance, and data analysis to drive impactful results for a diverse range of clients.For over a decade, I have been an integral part of the support, development, and Data Analytics teams at Kainos, contributing to our capabilities in delivering high-quality digital and data solutions. My experience spans a broad spectrum of responsibilities including digital product management, business analysis, engineering, consulting on digital and data strategies, ensuring robust data architecture, and fostering innovation in data analytics and governance.Key Responsibilities- Delivered production-level software, support services, and data analytics products- Conducted requirements gathering, data wrangling, development, analytics, architecture, governance, and management for various projects- Managed digital product life cycles from conception to deployment, ensuring alignment with business goals and user needs- Performed business analysis to identify market trends, user needs, and strategic opportunities.Key Projects and Clients- DVLA - View Driving Licence Service (UK IT Cloud)- Surrey County Council - Emergency Response System - Data Platform (Self-hosted)- DVSA - Data Analytics Platform - MOT services (AWS / GCP / Azure)- Defra EU Exit - Data Analytics Platform (Azure)- Law Enforcement - Data Platforms (Various)- DWP - Fraud Analytics Platforms & Data Governance (AWS)- BP - BPme App Analytics Platform (Azure)- KBC Ireland - Mortgage Solution / Workflow (Self-hosted)- Sustainability Programme - Internal Kainos (AWS)- FSA - Data Management and Governance Frameworks- HMPO - Passport Data Service - Data Product & Architecture
EDUCATION
The College of Wooster
BEI - Business Education Initiative, Political Science, Communication and Business Economics
Ulster University
Bachelor’s Degree, Computing Science
Southern Regional College
BTEC National Diploma IT Practitioners(Software Development), Computer Software Engineering
Southern Regional College
EDI Level 4 Teaching and Learning Practice, Education
SKILLS
ABOUT SEAMUS SANDS
As the CEO & Founder of Mourne Data Limited and a Data Analytics Manager / Data Architect at Kainos, I have over 13 years of experience in delivering data solutions, digital product management, and education with passion and excellence. I founded Mourne Data Limited in Northern Ireland to pursue my mission of mentoring, teaching, lecturing, and assessing students in Digital & Data Products, sharing valuable insights and industry expertise through platforms such as OpenClassroom and Southern Regional College. I also continue to lead data analytics and digital product projects, driving impactful results for a diverse range of clients at Kainos, a leading digital services and platforms company.My core competencies include software engineering, data engineering, data architecture, data management, data governance, data analysis, digital product management, business analysis, and cloud computing, which I have demonstrated in numerous projects for esteemed organisations such as HMPO, DVSA, Defra, DWP, and BP. I have also actively contributed to initiatives that address digital skills gaps in Northern Ireland, such as conducting C++ and Python training sessions for teachers, guiding students in career preparation, and serving as a Non-Executive Director at the Education Authority NI Board. I hold a Bachelor\'s Degree in Computing Science and additional qualifications in teaching and learning practice, as well as multiple certifications in data science and programming. I am passionate about empowering the next generation of data and digital professionals and creating positive social change through technology.
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