Ellie Bradley
Sigma Labs Relationship: Current Consultant
Sigma Labs Cohort: 14 (September 2024 to December 2024)
University Degree: Maths with Ocean & Climate Science at University of Liverpool.
Sigma Labs Client Role: Data Analyst at an energy company
What first sparked your interest in a career in tech or data?
I always really enjoyed maths and problem solving at school, and I was told coding was very similar to maths, so I thought I’d give it a go. I did a five-day crash coding course and I absolutely loved it! That, combined with how fast-paced and constantly evolving the tech industry is, and the endless opportunities for learning, is what really sparked my interest.
What surprised you most about joining Sigma Labs?
Honestly, the quality of the course and teaching completely exceeded my expectations. I learnt so much more than I thought I would. I was also a bit worried it might feel isolating or hard to stay motivated since it’s mostly online, but that wasn't the case at all - I was constantly in huddles with my fellow cohort members and we all supported each other throughout the course.
How has your career developed since finishing the training – and what are you aiming for next?
Since finishing the training, I've become a confident data analyst. I regularly respond to data requests, write complex SQL queries, and build dashboards using python.
One of the highlights of my time at Sigma Labs was being project lead for our final group project - I absolutely loved stepping into a leadership role and bringing the team together to deliver something we were all proud of. Looking ahead, I hope to move into an analytics lead role where I can guide others and make an even bigger impact!