Dr. Richard Byrne
About Dr. Richard Byrne
Dr. Richard Byrne is the Lead Engineer at Made Tech in Bristol, with extensive experience in software engineering and a strong focus on Human-Computer Interaction and User Experience.
Current Position at Made Tech
Dr. Richard Byrne currently holds the position of Lead Engineer at Made Tech, located in Bristol. His role focuses on leading engineering efforts, which involves up-skilling teams and influencing positive changes, particularly through the Digital Transformation of Legacy systems within Public Sector Organizations. Dr. Byrne leverages his extensive experience to implement effective strategies and solutions tailored to client needs.
Professional Experience at Made Tech
Before becoming Lead Engineer at Made Tech, Dr. Richard Byrne served as a Senior Engineer from 2020 to 2021. During his tenure, he played a pivotal role in various projects, applying his expertise in Agile Scrum methodology and delivering Dev/Ops solutions. His contributions during this period laid the groundwork for his subsequent promotion to Lead Engineer.
Technical Roles at CACI Information Intelligence Group
Dr. Richard Byrne worked extensively with CACI Information Intelligence Group. He began as a Software Engineer from 2017 to 2018, advanced to Senior Software Engineer from 2018 to 2020, and later served as a Technical Consultant in 2020. Throughout these roles, he gained valuable experience in delivering comprehensive end-to-end systems and addressing complex technical challenges.
Academic Background and Research
Dr. Richard Byrne's academic journey includes earning a PhD from RMIT University, where he also worked as a PhD Candidate and Tutor from 2014 to 2018. Additionally, he has an MRes in Computing and Future Interaction Technologies and a BSc in Computer Science from Swansea University. His academic work has a strong focus on Human-Computer Interaction, design, and enhancing User Experience.
Early Professional Development
Dr. Richard Byrne's early career involved roles at various institutions, including a Software Developer position at SureView Systems and a Software/Project Developer role at The University of Nottingham’s Horizon Digital Economy Research. His initial foray into research as a Research Assistant at Swansea University from 2009 to 2011 helped establish his strong foundation in computing and software development.
Focus Areas and Methodologies
Dr. Richard Byrne is particularly interested in the intersection of Human-Computer Interaction and design to deliver valuable User Experience. His technical skills are complemented by his use of Agile Scrum methodology in managing projects. He is adept at learning new skills quickly and effectively managing time, which allows him to handle challenges efficiently while working individually or as part of a team.