Brian May
About Brian May
Brian May is a Principal Software Engineer at Dstillery, where he has worked since 2020. With over 30 years of experience in software development and a background in literature and philosophy, he has held various leadership roles throughout his career.
Work at Dstillery
Brian May has been employed at Dstillery as a Principal Software Engineer since 2020. His role involves developing and architecting software solutions within the New York City Metropolitan Area. Prior to this position, he served as a Technical Consultant at Dstillery for six months in 2019. During his tenure, he has contributed to discussions on industry standards, including sharing Dstillery's perspective on the Privacy Sandbox at the IAB Tech Lab's 'As the Cookie Crumbles' event.
Previous Experience
Brian May has over 30 years of experience in software development and system architecture. He has held various positions in notable companies, including Senior Software Development Manager at ContextWeb from 2007 to 2008, Data Engineering Manager at Zocdoc from 2016 to 2017, and Principal Software Engineer at Harvard Pilgrim Health Care from 1992 to 1993. His career also includes leadership roles such as Director of Engineering at Sailthru and VP Engineering at LocalResponse.
Education and Expertise
Brian May studied at Simon's Rock College, where he earned a Bachelor of Arts in Literature. He further pursued Graduate Studies in Philosophy and Religion at American University. His educational background in literature and philosophy complements his extensive technical expertise, allowing him to approach software development with a unique perspective.
Leadership Roles
Throughout his career, Brian May has held various leadership positions, including Director, VP, CTO, and Co-founder. He co-founded Cowri and served as its CTO for six months in 2014. His experience in leadership roles has equipped him with skills in team building and business development, essential for supporting software and systems development.
Background
Brian May has a diverse background that includes significant experience in software consulting. He has worked as a Software Consultant for multiple organizations, including State Street Bank, MedSafe, and Putnam Investments, spanning from 1993 to 1998. His early career also included freelance software consulting from 1984 to 1986 in the Washington D.C. Metro Area.