Laura Laverty
Software Developer at Citi
Show an interest in technology over and beyond your course. Get involved in groups and schemes which involve software and/or working in teams. Get a Saturday job and take some responsibility.
About Laura...
Who am I?
"I need to be logical and organised, so being a Coordinator helps. As a team lead I need to be helpful and personable in which I think Trainer is useful to me. "
What do I do?
"I write software mainly and am a Team Leader. I love puzzle solving which is why writing software appeals to me. I moved to the US and lived there for 10 years, which was an opportunity through work and I highly recommend everyone to do the same. Travel broadens your outlook on life."
How did I get here?
"Other females at work have inspired me."
The life I live
"Running, reading and hanging out with my kids."
My typical day
"A typical day involves answering lots of emails, questioning requirements, writing code, helping with testing and talking with my team."
My qualifications
"Secondary education (GCSE/O-Levels) Post secondary education (College, A-levels, NVQ3 or equivalent) A Level Maths (A) Further Maths (A & B) Physics (A) Computer Science (C) Undergraduate degree (BSc, BA, etc.) 1st Class BSC in Computers and Physics"