Declan Boylan
About Declan Boylan
Declan Boylan is a Software Engineering Manager with extensive experience in the tech industry, currently leading the development of the helpdesk solution at Teamwork.com. He has held various roles in software engineering and development, including positions at Hostelworld Group and DIGIT Game Studios, and has a strong background in mentoring team members.
Work at Teamwork
Declan Boylan currently serves as a Software Engineering Manager at Teamwork.com, a position he has held since 2022. In this role, he leads the development of the Teamwork.com helpdesk solution, known as Desk. He manages the Differentiation Engineering Group, which focuses on delivering features related to Time, Revenue, Reporting, Planning & Scheduling, Automation, and Integrations with third parties. His leadership contributes to enhancing the functionality and user experience of Teamwork's offerings.
Previous Experience at Hostelworld Group
Declan Boylan has extensive experience at Hostelworld Group, where he worked in various roles from 2012 to 2020. He began as a Software Developer from 2012 to 2014, then advanced to Applications Team Lead from 2014 to 2017. He concluded his tenure there as a Software Engineering Manager from 2017 to 2020. His time at Hostelworld Group spanned eight years, during which he contributed to multiple projects and initiatives.
Experience at DIGIT Game Studios
From 2021 to 2022, Declan Boylan worked as the Lead Web Systems Engineer (Dev Manager) at DIGIT Game Studios. In this role, he was responsible for overseeing web systems development and managing a team of engineers. His leadership during this period focused on enhancing web functionalities and supporting the studio's development goals.
Education and Expertise
Declan Boylan holds a Master of Science in Technical E-Commerce, which he earned from Dublin City University in 2002. Prior to that, he completed a Bachelor of Science in Computer Applications at the same institution from 1997 to 2001. His educational background provides a strong foundation for his career in software engineering and development.
Mentoring and Personal Development
Declan Boylan has a keen interest in mentoring and the personal development of team members. He actively supports the growth of his colleagues by sharing knowledge and providing guidance, fostering a collaborative and productive work environment. His commitment to team development enhances the overall performance and morale within his teams.