Hi, I'm Mark Wickens

Senior Principal Engineer | Engineering Manager

With over a decade of remote working experience as a Senior Principal Engineer and a proven track record as an Engineering Manager, I have successfully navigated the realm of remote development and team management.

About Me

Mark Wickens

As a Senior Principal Engineer and Engineering Manager, I bring over 20 years of experience in software development and engineering leadership. My expertise spans software architecture, team management, and delivering complex technical solutions.

I am passionate about building high-performing engineering teams and creating scalable, maintainable software systems. My career has focused on delivering impactful solutions in the telecommunications and software industries.

Specialties:

  • Software Architecture & Design
  • Team Leadership & Management
  • Agile Methodologies
  • Cloud & Distributed Systems
  • DevOps & CI/CD

Featured Projects

Java API for KML

A Java library for working with KML (Keyhole Markup Language) data, providing easy access to KML features and Google's GX extensions.

  • Full reference implementation of OGC's KML standard
  • Supports Google's GX extensions
  • Object-oriented API for KML in Java environments
  • Java 11+ compatible
  • Used for 2D maps and 3D virtual globes

Java

Active Development

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ADIF Processor

A powerful web-based tool for processing Amateur Radio contacts in ADIF format. Key features include:

  • Converts ADIF files to Google Earth KML for visualizing QSO locations
  • Enhances ADIF files with additional contact information
  • Generates contact lists in Markdown and plain text formats
  • Supports QSL label generation
  • Integrates with QRZ.COM for station information
  • Supports various Amateur Radio activities (SOTA, POTA, WWFF, etc.)
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