Thomas Rittson
About Thomas Rittson
Thomas Rittson is a Software Development Support Engineer at Bitwarden, where he has worked since 2021. He holds a Bachelor of Laws and a Bachelor of Arts from The University of Queensland and is currently pursuing a Graduate Diploma of Legal Practice.
Work at Bitwarden
Thomas Rittson has been employed at Bitwarden as a Software Development Support Engineer since 2021. In this role, he operates from Brisbane, Queensland, Australia, and has accumulated three years of experience. His responsibilities include working with technologies such as Typescript, Angular, and C#. Rittson is also involved in fostering a vibrant community around Bitwarden's security software, contributing to user engagement and support.
Education and Expertise
Thomas Rittson is currently pursuing a Graduate Diploma of Legal Practice at the College of Law, a program he began in 2015. He previously attended The University of Queensland, where he completed a Bachelor of Laws (LLB) and a Bachelor of Arts (BA) with a focus on Political Science and Spanish from 2008 to 2014. Additionally, he participated in an Exchange Program at Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile for 11 months in 2012, enhancing his academic and cultural experience.
Background
Before joining Bitwarden, Thomas Rittson worked as a Paralegal at McKays Solicitors from 2009 to 2015. His work experience spanned both Brisbane and the Gold Coast, where he gained valuable insights into legal practices and client support. This background in law complements his current role in software development support, allowing him to bridge the gap between legal requirements and technical solutions.
Professional Skills
In his current position at Bitwarden, Thomas Rittson utilizes a range of technical skills, particularly in programming languages and frameworks such as Typescript, Angular, and C#. His expertise in these technologies supports the development and maintenance of Bitwarden's security software. Rittson's legal education also informs his approach to software development, particularly in areas related to compliance and security.