Derry Bradley
About Derry Bradley
Derry Bradley is a Senior Solutions Engineer at CircleCI, where he has worked since 2023. He has a background in software engineering and has held various roles in the tech industry, including positions at Fidelity Investments and CircleCI.
Current Role at CircleCI
Derry Bradley currently holds the position of Senior Solutions Engineer at CircleCI, a role he has occupied since 2023. In this capacity, he demonstrates the technical feasibility of the CircleCI platform to highly technical audiences. He works closely with Account Executives to identify friction and pain points in customer software delivery processes. His responsibilities also include guiding the technical implementation and day-to-day management of CircleCI Trials and Proof-of-Concepts, ensuring integration with each customer's chosen technology stack.
Previous Experience at CircleCI
Derry Bradley has a history of working at CircleCI in various engineering roles. He began as an Associate Solutions Engineer in 2022 for six months before transitioning to a Solutions Engineer position, where he worked for 11 months until 2023. During his time at CircleCI, he collaborated with Product and Engineering teams to build product roadmaps based on market and customer requirements, closing the product feedback loop effectively.
Education and Academic Background
Derry Bradley has a diverse educational background. He studied at Maynooth University, where he earned an International BA in Economics, Finance, and Geography (Urbanization) from 2014 to 2018. He also completed a Higher Diploma in Science in Software Development at the same institution from 2019 to 2020. Additionally, he studied Urbanization and IT at the University of Toronto, participating in a Study Abroad program from 2016 to 2017.
Professional Experience Prior to CircleCI
Before joining CircleCI, Derry Bradley worked as a Software Engineer at Fidelity Investments in Dublin, Ireland, from 2020 to 2022. He also gained experience as a Construction Labourer and Machine Operator at Bennett Mechanical Installations (2001) Ltd. in Toronto, Ontario, Canada, from 2018 to 2019. These roles contributed to his technical expertise and understanding of various industry practices.
Contributions to Marketing and Community Engagement
In his role at CircleCI, Derry Bradley collaborates with the Marketing team to author blog posts, host webinars, and staff conference booths. His contributions help to enhance the visibility of CircleCI's offerings and engage with the developer community, showcasing the platform's capabilities and fostering customer relationships.