Chad Barry
About Chad Barry
Chad Barry is a Manager of Software Engineering at Wizards of the Coast, a position he has held since 2022. He has extensive experience in software engineering, having worked in various roles at multiple companies over the past two decades.
Work at Wizards of the Coast
Chad Barry has been serving as the Manager of Software Engineering at Wizards of the Coast since 2022. In this role, he oversees software engineering projects and leads a team responsible for developing and maintaining software solutions for the company. His tenure at Wizards of the Coast marks a significant step in his career, contributing to the development of products that enhance gaming experiences.
Previous Experience in Software Engineering
Before joining Wizards of the Coast, Chad Barry held several key positions in the software engineering field. He worked as the Director of Backend Software Engineering at WynnBET from 2021 to 2022. Prior to that, he was the Engineering Director, Online at AuthorDigital from 2019 to 2021. His experience spans various roles, including Senior Software Engineer at Gamiotics and Senior Online Services Engineer at Studio Wildcard.
Career Background in Game Development
Chad Barry has an extensive background in game development and software engineering. He served as Technical Director at Wargaming from 2014 to 2018 and as Principal Architect at KIXEYE from 2013 to 2014. His career also includes roles at Playdom, Glu Mobile, and The Amazing Society, where he contributed to various gaming projects and technologies.
Education in Computer Science
Chad Barry studied at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology, where he earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Computer Science from 1990 to 1994. His education provided a strong foundation in computer science principles, which he has applied throughout his career in software engineering and game development.
Long-standing Industry Experience
With over two decades of experience in the software engineering and gaming industries, Chad Barry has held numerous positions that showcase his expertise. His early career included significant roles at Microsoft Game Studios and Sony Online Entertainment, where he developed skills that have been instrumental in his subsequent positions in the industry.