Ambitious and inspired freelance technologist. Bearing a strong background in both robotics and mechanical engineering alongside skills spanning c/c++, python and micro controller development, with a focus on Unix/Linux systems. Highly driven and creative with commitment to the highest levels of professional and personal excellence. Seeking a challenging position in a field that is continuously growing and that I wish to make a substantial contribution to.In addition to career pursuits I actively exercise my technical expertise through creative technology projects. I have worked with a number of creative clients aiding them to link, integrate and fuse their ideas with technical functionality. I also conceive and execute my own creative ideas for exhibitions, galleries and festivals when time allows. I now operate these activities under the brand of www.thegentlemanoctopus.co.uk. In recent years I have developed a selection of sound reactive, illuminated, and sometimes animatronic sculptures for UK festivals and the National Trust. Other work has included AI driven creative robot painting system for 3D of Massive Attack, unity3D system development for TinDrum.io, interactive room design for Wake The Tiger immersive park, and consultation for various technical and creative projects from medical training devices to interactive museum installations.I have recently been awarded the Arts Council DYCP grant to support development of enhanced interactive sound and light generating installations, and IUK Creative Catalyst developing bidirectional interaction between digital and physical content in a mixed reality space.