Philip Hayton
About Philip Hayton
Philip Hayton is an Engineering Team Lead at Bearer.sh and has extensive experience in software development, having held various roles at multiple companies since 2008. He is also the Director of Hayton Industries and has a background in Computer Science from the University of Newcastle-upon-Tyne.
Current Role at Bearer.sh
Philip Hayton serves as the Engineering Team Lead at Bearer.sh since 2021. In this role, he oversees engineering projects and leads a team of developers. His responsibilities include ensuring the successful execution of software development initiatives and maintaining high standards of code quality.
Previous Experience at Cultivate Software Ltd
Before joining Bearer.sh, Philip worked as a Software Consultant (Contract) at Cultivate Software Ltd from 2017 to 2018. During his one-year tenure in Edinburgh, United Kingdom, he contributed to various software projects, applying his expertise in software development.
Background in Software Engineering
Philip has a solid background in software engineering, having held several positions in the field. He worked as a Senior Software Engineer at FreeAgent from 2015 to 2016 and as a Software Consultant (Contract) at Gnatta from 2016 to 2017. His experience spans multiple roles, including Lead Developer positions at Matchchat and Usable HQ Ltd.
Education and Expertise
Philip studied Computer Science at the University of Newcastle-upon-Tyne, where he earned a BSc Honours degree in Computing Science. His educational background provides a strong foundation for his career in software development and engineering leadership.
Participation in RailsConf 2023
Philip participated in RailsConf 2023, which is recognized as the world’s largest gathering of Ruby on Rails enthusiasts. This event highlights his engagement with the developer community and his commitment to staying updated with industry trends.