Gerard Coffey
About Gerard Coffey
Gerard Coffey is a Software Engineer with extensive experience in mobile and web application development. He has worked for several companies, including Optinergy Ltd, Interpreter Intelligence, and currently Boostlingo, contributing to software development and customer support.
Work at Boostlingo
Gerard Coffey has been employed at Boostlingo as a Software Engineer since 2022. He is part of a global distributed team that focuses on software development, customer support, and AWS operations. His role involves balancing technical responsibilities with client interactions, ensuring effective communication and support for users.
Previous Experience in Software Engineering
Before joining Boostlingo, Gerard Coffey worked at Interpreter Intelligence as a Software Engineer from 2015 to 2022. His tenure at Interpreter Intelligence lasted for seven years, during which he continued his role after the company's acquisition by Boostlingo in March 2022. Prior to that, he served as an iOS Mobile and Web Application Developer at Optinergy Ltd from 2012 to 2015.
Educational Background
Gerard Coffey studied at Technological University Dublin, where he earned a Higher Diploma in Computer Science from 2011 to 2013. He also completed a course in Mediation at the National College of Ireland, achieving a Fetac (Level 6) Certificate from 2009 to 2010. Earlier, he studied Hospitality Management at Technological University Dublin, obtaining a qualification in Hotel & Catering Management from 1995 to 1998.
Early Career and Internships
Gerard Coffey began his career in the hospitality sector, working as a Conference & Banqueting Butler/Porter at The Gresham Hotel in Dublin from 1999 to 2009 for ten years. In 2012, he gained experience as an IT/GIS Intern at Cavan County Council, where he worked for five months.