Dev Kosty
About Dev Kosty
Dev Kosty serves as the Senior Director of Engineering at Varsity Tutors, where he focuses on developing online collaboration tools and learning systems. He has over two decades of experience in the e-learning industry, having held various engineering and management roles at multiple organizations.
Current Role at Nerdy
Dev Kosty serves as the Senior Director of Engineering at Varsity Tutors, a Nerdy Company, since 2022. In this role, he focuses on leading engineering initiatives and managing teams to enhance online learning platforms. His responsibilities include overseeing the development of innovative engineering solutions that aim to improve educational delivery and collaboration.
Previous Experience in Engineering Management
Before his current position, Dev Kosty held several roles at Varsity Tutors. He was the Director of Engineering from 2020 to 2022 and served as the Senior Engineering Manager for the Online Platform & Learning Tools from 2015 to 2020. His tenure at Varsity Tutors highlights his expertise in managing engineering teams and developing online learning tools.
Background in Software Development
Dev Kosty began his career in software development at Semaphore Solutions, where he worked as a Software Developer from 2013 to 2015. He also has experience as a Business Owner at Devosoft from 2006 to 2011 and served as Technical and Team Lead at Royal Roads University from 2001 to 2006. This diverse background contributes to his comprehensive understanding of the e-learning industry.
Education and Technical Skills
Dev Kosty studied Computer Science at Okanagan University College, where he earned a Diploma from 1992 to 1996. His educational background provides a solid foundation for his extensive experience in managing agile product and engineering teams, particularly in the e-learning sector.
Focus on Online Learning Solutions
Dev Kosty has a strong focus on designing and delivering online collaboration tools and learning delivery systems. He employs a services-oriented approach to create innovative engineering solutions that aim to transform how the world consumes education.