Barrie Thomas
About Barrie Thomas
Barrie Thomas is the Head of Data Engineering at Legal & General, with over 20 years of experience in developing database-driven solutions and expertise in Agile methodologies. He holds a BSc in Information Systems and has a strong background in various programming languages and technologies.
Current Role at Legal & General
Barrie Thomas serves as the Head of Data Engineering at Legal & General, a position he has held since 2024. His role involves overseeing data engineering initiatives and leading a team to develop robust data solutions. He works in a hybrid environment based in Cardiff, Wales, United Kingdom. Prior to this, he held the position of Data Engineering Manager and Lead Data Engineer within the same organization.
Education and Qualifications
Barrie Thomas studied at Bridgend College of Technology, where he completed a Diploma in Higher Education (DipHE) in Computing from 2004 to 2006. He also earned a Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA) certification from 2001 to 2002. Additionally, he obtained a Bachelor of Science (BSc) in Information Systems from the University of South Wales in 2009. His educational background supports his extensive expertise in data engineering and technology.
Professional Experience
With over 20 years of experience in developing database-driven solutions, Barrie Thomas has a strong background in data engineering. He has worked at Legal & General for several years, initially as a Lead Data Engineer from 2018 to 2023, and then as a Data Engineering Manager before his current role. His experience includes significant contributions to data warehouse modeling and development.
Technical Skills and Expertise
Barrie Thomas possesses a diverse skill set in programming and data management. He is proficient in various programming languages and technologies, including HTML, CSS, XML, XSLT, JSON, JavaScript, JQuery, VBScript, VBA, and Classic ASP. He has expertise in SAS DI Studio and Base SAS Programming, Agile development methodologies, and is experienced in Kimball Data Warehouse modeling and Wherescape development.
Web Development Experience
Barrie Thomas has over 15 years of experience in web development. His extensive background in this area complements his data engineering skills, allowing him to create integrated solutions that leverage both web technologies and data management practices.