Gareth Ivatt
About Gareth Ivatt
Gareth Ivatt is a Principal Engineer with extensive experience in software development and engineering management. He has worked for various companies, including WaterSmart Software, Fivestars, and Thomson Reuters, focusing on high-performance data pipelines and mentoring engineers.
Current Role at Neo.Tax
Gareth Ivatt currently serves as Principal Engineer at Neo.Tax, a position he has held since 2023. In this role, he focuses on high-performance data pipeline design and implementation. His responsibilities include collaborating with product teams and stakeholders to ensure the successful delivery of projects. Ivatt's expertise in translating data science models into production-ready code enhances the technical capabilities of the organization.
Previous Experience at Neo.Tax
Prior to his current role, Gareth Ivatt worked at Neo.Tax as Engineering Manager from 2022 to 2023 and as Tech Lead from 2021 to 2022. During his tenure, he played a crucial role in fostering a culture of continuous learning and improvement within engineering teams. His advocacy for delivering projects on time and with high quality contributed to the organization's operational success.
Career at Thomson Reuters
Gareth Ivatt held multiple positions at Thomson Reuters from 2010 to 2015. He served as Software Development Manager for one year and then as Head of Analytics Development for four years. His work involved managing analytics development projects and guiding teams in software engineering practices. He also worked as a Sr. Technical Specialist from 2008 to 2010, where he contributed to various technical initiatives.
Experience in Software Engineering
Gareth Ivatt has extensive experience in software engineering, having worked as a Senior Software Engineer at StarMine Corporation from 2003 to 2008 and at Fivestars from 2018 to 2021. At Fivestars, he progressed from Senior Software Engineer to Staff Software Engineer. His focus has consistently been on designing and implementing efficient data pipelines and mentoring engineers in their career development.
Educational Background
Gareth Ivatt studied at San Francisco State University, where he earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Computer Science from 1998 to 2000. This educational foundation has supported his career in software engineering and data analytics, enabling him to develop the skills necessary for his various roles in the technology sector.