Summary
Susan Coulter is a seasoned software engineer with over two decades of programming experience and a deep focus on Java/JEE web development across 13+ years of professional roles. She specializes in application design and architecture, having delivered systems for e-commerce, financial services, insurance, and large enterprise clients using Spring, Hibernate, WebSphere Commerce, and modern CI/CD toolchains. Comfortable across the full stack, Susan has repeatedly bridged legacy platforms and greenfield projects—mentoring teams, setting up build environments, and integrating third-party services like payment gateways and Boomi. Her academic background (BSc Mathematics and a PhD-level research background in computational modelling) underpins a strong analytical approach to complex problems and performance-sensitive systems. Currently at BAE Systems, she continues to apply rigorous engineering practices to mission-critical applications while broadening her cloud and integration experience.
13 years of coding experience
21 years of employment as a software developer
A levels in Mathematics Physics Chemistry, A levels in Mathematics Physics Chemistry at Preston College
PhD Leeds Environment Centre, PhD Leeds Environment Centre at University of Leeds