Meet the Team — Alex
In this episode of meet the team, we meet Lead Embedded Developer and cycling enthusiast, Alex Mellers
Where are you from?
Rugby in Warwickshire, UK. I moved to Holmfirth, at the foot of The Pennines when I was 8. Since then, I moved and studied in Manchester and Newcastle.
What attracted you to join the team at MedEngine?
I had been working for an engineering consultancy, where I brought the average age down considerably, then Christian (an old school friend) spoke to me about his desire to grow the team at MedEngine. I jumped at the opportunity to work with a young team driven by a strong purpose.
So how did you become an Embedded Developer?
Well, it started at University where I studied Electrical Engineering. I then, gained experience working with electronics, utilising sensors in marine and warehouse environments. After that, I began writing software for embedded micro-controllers which made a good fit for the role here at MedEngine.
What would you say you are most proud of?
Other than my year 7 orienteering certificate…? I would have to say completing the Three Peaks Challenge for a Cancer Charity. It was a tough and enduring experience but for a very worthy cause.
Could you describe yourself in 3 words…
- Conscientious
- Curious
- Cantankerous
What’s the best part of working at MedEngine?
The purpose behind the team. The idea of enabling people to better manage their health is pretty special.
Name 3 things that you couldn’t go without…
Curry, Radio 4 and the hope that one day, I’ll own the new Zelda game.
What about your favourite book?
Another Country by James Baldwin
What skill would would you like to develop in the future?
I am keen to develop my decision-making and hope to someday learn Google’s programming language, Go!
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