Hugo Darwood
About Hugo Darwood
Hugo Darwood is a software engineer based in London, England, with a diverse background in software development and business strategy. He has held positions at various companies, including co-founding Whatis and currently working at Hightouch.
Work at Hightouch
Hugo Darwood has been employed as a Software Engineer at Hightouch since 2022. His role involves developing and maintaining software solutions that facilitate data integration and management for businesses. Hightouch is known for its innovative approach to data activation, allowing organizations to sync their data across various platforms efficiently. Hugo's contributions are part of a team that focuses on enhancing the user experience and optimizing performance.
Previous Experience at Whatis
Hugo co-founded Whatis and served as CEO from 2021 to 2022. During his tenure, he was responsible for leading the company's strategic direction and overseeing operations. Prior to his role as CEO, he was a founder at Whatis from 2019 to 2021, where he played a key role in establishing the company's vision and initial development. Whatis aimed to provide innovative solutions in its sector, contributing to Hugo's extensive experience in leadership and entrepreneurship.
Experience at Deliveroo
Hugo Darwood worked at Deliveroo in various capacities from 2018 to 2020. He started as a Data Scientist for 9 months, where he focused on data analysis and insights to improve business operations. He then transitioned to a Software Engineer role, where he worked for 5 months in Business Automation, followed by another 1-year stint as a Software Engineer. His experience at Deliveroo encompassed both data-driven decision-making and software development.
Education and Expertise
Hugo Darwood studied at The University of Edinburgh, where he earned a Master of Arts (MA) in Economics from 2013 to 2017. His academic background provided him with a strong foundation in analytical thinking and quantitative analysis. Prior to university, he attended St Paul's School from 2008 to 2013, where he developed essential skills that contributed to his later success in the tech industry.
Internship Experience
Hugo has gained valuable experience through various internships. He interned at Amazon as a Software Engineering Intern for 4 months in 2017-2018, where he was involved in software development projects. He also completed a 3-month internship at Google in 2016, focusing on technical project management. Earlier, he worked as a Business Development/Strategy Intern at Whichit for 1 month in 2015 and as a Research Intern at Cavendish Corporate Finance LLP for 1 month in 2014. These roles contributed to his diverse skill set in software engineering and business strategy.