Patrick Yates
About Patrick Yates
Patrick Yates is a Lead Software Engineer with a background in Computer Science from the University of Warwick. He has extensive experience in software engineering, having worked at companies such as BT and Redgate Software.
Work at Redgate Software
Patrick Yates currently serves as a Lead Software Engineer at Redgate Software, a position he has held since 2024. His role involves overseeing software development projects and leading engineering teams to deliver high-quality software solutions. Prior to this position, he worked as a Senior Software Engineer at Redgate Software from 2022 to 2024, contributing to various software development initiatives. His experience at Redgate Software reflects a commitment to advancing software engineering practices within the organization.
Education and Expertise
Patrick Yates studied Computer Science at the University of Warwick from 2005 to 2008, where he earned his degree in the field. This educational background provided him with a strong foundation in software development principles and practices. His expertise spans various roles in software engineering, including positions focused on game programming and software development in corporate environments.
Background
Patrick Yates began his career as a Graduate Game Programmer at Frontier Developments, where he worked from 2008 to 2009. He then progressed to a Game Programmer role at the same company, serving from 2009 to 2011. Following his tenure at Frontier Developments, he joined BT, where he held multiple positions, including Software Engineer, Software Engineering Specialist, and Senior Software Engineer, from 2011 to 2020. His diverse background in both game development and corporate software engineering has shaped his career trajectory.
Previous Experience at BT
Patrick Yates accumulated significant experience at BT, where he worked in various capacities from 2011 to 2022. He started as a Software Engineer and later advanced to roles such as Software Engineering Specialist and Senior Software Engineer. His tenure at BT lasted for a total of six years, during which he contributed to numerous projects in a remote work environment, enhancing his skills in software development and engineering.