Siobhan Burch
About Siobhan Burch
Siobhan Burch is a Senior Manager of Software Development Engineering at Expedia Group in Austin, Texas. She has extensive experience in software engineering and management, having worked at companies like HomeAway and Lockheed Martin.
Current Position at Expedia Group
Siobhan Burch holds the title of Senior Manager, Software Development Engineering at Expedia Group. She has been with the company in this role since 2021, located in Austin, Texas, United States. In her current capacity, Siobhan is responsible for managing two teams of 30 engineers, including 50% vendor resources, across Web, iOS, and Android platforms. She plays a crucial role in contributing to the company's tech strategy, collaborating closely with Product Managers and UX Designers.
Previous Roles at Expedia Group and HomeAway
Before her current position, Siobhan worked at Expedia Group as a Senior Software Engineer from 2019 to 2021. Prior to joining Expedia Group, she was employed at HomeAway (a part of Expedia Group) where she worked as a Senior Software Engineer from 2019 to 2021 and as a Software Engineer from 2017 to 2019. During her tenure at HomeAway, she led a significant company-wide platform migration for both web and native platforms, showcasing her leadership and project management capabilities.
Early Career and Internships
Siobhan began her career as a Software Engineer Associate at Lockheed Martin in Gaithersburg, Maryland, a position she held from 2006 to 2007. She also worked as a Programmer Analyst at Cothern Computer Systems, Inc. from 2007 to 2011. Earlier in her career, Siobhan gained experience as a Global Markets and Investment Technology Summer Analyst (Intern) at Merrill Lynch Inc. in New York City, New York, in 2005.
Education in Computer Science
Siobhan Burch graduated with a Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science from The University of Texas at Austin, where she studied from 2002 to 2005. Her formal education provided a strong foundation in computer science, which has been instrumental in her career development and professional achievements.
Leadership and Management Roles
In her leadership roles, Siobhan Burch has been instrumental in developing and hiring engineering managers. She also led the WELL (Women at Expedia Learning & Leading) Austin Chapter from March 2020 to November 2022. Her contributions emphasize her commitment to promoting diversity and empowering women in the tech industry.