Chad Bayer
About Chad Bayer
Chad Bayer is the VP of Engineering at project44 in Austin, Texas, overseeing software solutions in transportation.
Title and Current Role
Chad Bayer currently holds the position of Vice President of Engineering at project44 in Austin, Texas, United States. In this role, he oversees the development and delivery of innovative software solutions that connect, automate, and provide visibility into key transportation processes. Bayer emphasizes engineering productivity and happiness, fostering a collaborative and supportive culture that encourages learning, growth, and innovation.
Career at Convey by project44
Before his current role, Chad Bayer worked at Convey by project44. He served as Vice President Of Engineering for seven months in 2021 and as Director Of Engineering from 2019 to 2021. During his tenure, Bayer was instrumental in driving engineering initiatives and overseeing key projects. His leadership helped shape the engineering team's structure and processes in Austin, Texas.
Previous Experience at BlackLocus
Chad Bayer has also amassed considerable experience at BlackLocus, where he held several positions in the Austin, Texas area. From 2018 to 2019, he was Senior Engineering Manager, and prior to that, he served as Engineering Manager from 2015 to 2018. Bayer began his stint at BlackLocus as a Senior Software Engineer from 2013 to 2015. Across these roles, he contributed significantly to product development and team management, building a strong engineering foundation for the company.
Early Career at Advanced Micro Devices and Hewlett-Packard
Chad Bayer's early career includes notable experience at Advanced Micro Devices (AMD) and Hewlett-Packard (HP). At AMD, he was a Senior Product Development Engineer from 2006 to 2013, focusing on developing cutting-edge technology products. Prior to that, he interned at HP from 2004 to 2006 in College Station, Texas. These roles provided Bayer with foundational experience in engineering and product development.
Education and Academic Background
Chad Bayer completed his Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in Computer Engineering and Mathematics from Texas A&M University, where he studied from 2003 to 2006. This solid academic background in engineering and mathematics has equipped Bayer with the technical expertise and analytical skills needed for his various engineering roles. His educational journey has laid the groundwork for a successful career in engineering and technology.