Lewis Turner
About Lewis Turner
Lewis Turner is an Engineering Lead at The Economist, where he has worked since 2023. He has a background in software development, having held various roles at companies such as Betfred, TopCashback UK, and Outsourcery.
Current Role at The Economist
Lewis Turner serves as the Engineering Lead at The Economist, a position he has held since 2023. In this role, he oversees engineering projects and leads a team of developers, contributing to the publication's technological advancements. His experience at The Economist spans several years, having previously worked there as a Software Engineer and Senior Software Engineer.
Previous Experience in Software Development
Prior to his current role, Lewis Turner accumulated extensive experience in software development. He worked at The Economist from 2019 to 2022 as a Software Engineer and then as a Senior Software Engineer from 2022 to 2023. Additionally, he held a position as a Developer at Betfred for five months in 2019 and as a Junior Developer from 2018 to 2019. His earlier experience includes a two-year tenure as a Placement Developer at TopCashback UK from 2016 to 2018.
Educational Background
Lewis Turner completed his A Levels at Nelson and Colne College from 2012 to 2014. He then pursued higher education at the University of Birmingham, where he studied Artificial Intelligence & Computer Science, earning a Bachelor’s Degree from 2014 to 2018. This educational foundation has equipped him with the skills necessary for his career in software engineering.
Early Career Development
Lewis Turner began his career in software development with placements that provided foundational experience. He worked as a Placement Developer at Outsourcery for two months in 2016, followed by a two-year role at TopCashback UK. His early positions included a Junior Developer role at Betfred, where he worked for seven months before transitioning to more advanced roles at The Economist.