Neil Syrett
About Neil Syrett
Neil Syrett is a Staff Engineer at ClearBank, specializing in enhancing testing practices and delivery speeds within agile software development teams. He has significantly contributed to the payments industry through innovative engineering solutions and a focus on product quality.
Work at ClearBank
Neil Syrett has been serving as a Staff Engineer at ClearBank since 2022. In this role, he focuses on improving testing practices and enhancing delivery speeds within agile software development teams. His contributions have been significant in transforming the payments industry through innovative engineering solutions.
Previous Experience
Before his current position, Neil held various roles in the technology and engineering sectors. He worked as a Senior Software Development Engineer in Test at ClearBank from 2020 to 2022. Prior to that, he was a Lead QA Engineer at ASOS.com from 2015 to 2020. His career also includes positions as a Test Lead at Regus and a Technical Analyst at Aqua Global Solutions.
Education and Expertise
Neil Syrett studied at the University of Portsmouth, where he earned a Master of Engineering (MEng) in Computer Engineering from 2005 to 2010. He also attended Fullbrook School, achieving 11 GCSEs with grades A* to B, and later completed his studies at Fullbrook School Sixth Form, focusing on ICT, Chemistry, Physics, and Geography.
Career Development
Neil's career began at Argos, where he worked as a Stock Team Leader from 2002 to 2010. He transitioned into technology roles, starting as a QA Engineer intern at Symantec in 2007. His experience includes a six-month position as a QA Engineer at Symantec in 2010, followed by roles that progressively advanced his career in quality assurance and engineering.
Specialization in Testing and Automation
Neil specializes in enhancing product quality through hands-on testing and automation. His expertise has been pivotal in improving testing practices within agile teams, contributing to increased efficiency and delivery speeds in software development.