Conner Cowling
About Conner Cowling
Conner Cowling is a Senior Manager of Engineering Operations at Thomson Reuters, where he has worked since 2019. He has a background in software engineering and operations, with experience at various organizations, including Livefront, Honeywell, and the University of Minnesota.
Current Role at Thomson Reuters
Conner Cowling serves as the Senior Manager of Engineering Operations at Thomson Reuters since 2019. In this role, he is responsible for overseeing engineering operations and ensuring efficient processes within the organization. He has designed and promoted a distributed software solution discovery platform that is utilized across the enterprise, enhancing collaboration and innovation among teams.
Previous Experience at Thomson Reuters
Prior to his current position, Conner Cowling worked at Thomson Reuters in two capacities. He was a Research and Development Engineer for two months in 2014 and later served as a Software Engineer from 2016 to 2019. During his tenure, he contributed to various engineering projects and initiatives that supported the company's technological advancements.
Experience at Livefront
Conner Cowling was employed at Livefront as a Mobile Software Engineer for ten months in 2013 and 2014. In this role, he focused on standardizing and automating processes related to Python package development, testing, documentation, and continuous integration/continuous deployment (CI/CD). His work contributed to improving the efficiency of software development practices within the organization.
Educational Background
Conner Cowling studied at the University of Minnesota-Twin Cities, where he earned a Bachelor of Science (B.S.) degree in Computer Science from 2011 to 2015. He also attended Milwaukee Area Technical College, where he received a certification in Audio Engineering. His educational background provided a strong foundation for his career in technology and engineering.
Professional Development and Leadership
In his career, Conner Cowling has directed the onboarding, upskilling, and standards management for over 150 researchers and engineers. This initiative has seen an annual growth rate of approximately 40 individuals, reflecting his commitment to professional development and leadership within the engineering community.