Hallo ich bin der Nikolaus!

A portrait of me, wearing a blue jumper with a collared patterned shirt

About me

Highly motivated Full Stack Software Developer with 7+ years of experience delivering robust data management solutions across diverse industries. Expertise in React, TypeScript, and .NET, with a proven ability to drive innovation and optimize processes. Skilled in developing enterprise solutions and integrating cutting-edge technologies like Machine Learning and Computer Vision.

Skills

Front-End

Back-End

Cloud & DevOps

Azure, Azure Pipelines , Docker, Github Actions CI/CD, Gitlab Runner

Software Packages

Azure DevOps , Figma, GitHub, GitLab, MATLAB, SolidWorks

Languages

English (Fluent) and German (Fluent).

Education

BEng in Mechanical Engineering at University of Aberdeen

Classification: 2:1 (Hons)

Dissertation: Installability Study for Steel Catenary Risers (SCR) in Deep Water

Year Abroad: The University of Hong Kong (HKU)

Relevant Modules: Enterprise Computing and Business, Advanced Web Application Development, Electronic Systems, Project and Safety Management, Engineering Analysis and Methods

Timeline

Fullstack Software Engineer at AISUS

January 2024 - Present

Leading the data team in development of the AISUS Gemini Platform, adding new features, increasing performance and integrating cuttinge edge Artifical Intelligence (AI).
Leading the integration efforts of in-house Machine Learning (ML) and Computer Vision (CV) technologies into daily operations.
Collaborating with cross-functional teams to ideate and implement solutions, resulting in streamlined processes and increased productivity across the organisation.
Creating and maintaining RESTful APIs using .NET Core, and developing new features using React, Next.JS, and Razor Pages.
Designing the future technological architecture, and roadmap, migrating to a microservices based architecture and enhancing platform security.

Software Developer at AEON Geoscience Systems

September 2022 - August 2023

Extensively worked with React (JavaScript) and Ruby on Rails to upgrade and extend the existing PROEX web application, including the development of new components and improving application performance.
Utilized the D3.js package to create multiple graphs, well log tracks, and data dashboards, enabling the visualization and comparison of complex datasets for a £70k+ client project prior to redundancy.
Revamped the visual design of the application using Figma as a rapid prototyping tool, adhering to company design templates.
Implemented a new self-sign-up process, including email confirmation via SendGrid.
Established comprehensive build, linting, and testing pipelines, and implemented Docker containerization for the application.

IT & Business Support at DK AVS

June 2018 - September 2022

Enhanced company web systems with React, HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and Redux, resulting in improved user interfaces and increased website speed.
Optimized the job-request process, automating the recording, verification, and pre-arrangement of 1,200+ TV repair requests, leading to a 25% increase in customer communication efficiency and a reduction in manual labor.
Oversaw the comprehensive overhaul and implementation of the company's Enterprise Resource Planning system, including crafting detailed written proposals for key clients, providing on-call support during the transition period, and establishing new procedures and processes, ensuring successful project completion.
Provided external clients with consulting services for the setup of new ERP & CRM systems in Superbase NG, facilitating seamless migration from Superbase Classic.
Spearheaded an online marketing campaign that resulted in 4,000 new users on the DK AVS website, driving a 20% increase in first-time customer service requests.

My Projects

Fork of Gantt Chart Library

React Typescript Vite Github Actions open source

A fork of MaTeMaTuK's Gantt Chart Library, with a focus on updating it for use in company and personal projects and improving it's build process by moving Vite, adding extended type support, and making improvements to the standard UI elements. This project was a great learning experience in how to work with open source projects, and how to contribute to them.

Github Repository

Django Blog and Library Project

Python Bulma Github Actions Gitlab Runners Azure

Based on the MDN Django Tutorial this pair of apps is a foray into Python development, hosted on Azure Web Apps and deployed via both Github Actions and Gitlab Runners. Using Bulma UI for styling. Furthermore this process was outlined in a LinkedIn article.

LinkedIn Article

Screenshot of a blog post in the Django Blog Project

Personal CV Site

Astro TailwindCSS Github Actions Javascript

This site is built using Astro, a static site generator, and TailwindCSS for styling. It is deployed via Github Actions. This project was a great learning experience in how to work with Astro and TailwindCSS. Originally built with Angular, but later migrated to Astro as it was a better fit for a simple static site. It also provided better internationalization options.

cv.nikmaxott.org

Certification

Project Management

Robert Gordon University - Ongoing

Course provides an overview of the key principles, practices and concepts of project management operations, the tools and techniques used and an overall understanding of the broad project environment.

The Complete Guide to Becoming a Software Architect

udemy - February 2025

A comprehensive guide to becoming a Software Architect

Software Architecture & Design of Modern Large Scale Systems

udemy - October 2024

This course design highly scalable, highly available and performant software systems, Define the system's technical requirements, high level components and API

Essential Supervisory Skills

Aberdeen & Grampian Chamber of Commerce - May 2024

This course is designed to provide new and existing supervisors with the skills and knowledge to effectively manage their teams. The course covers a range of topics including communication, motivation, delegation, and performance management.