Richard Labonté
About Richard Labonté
Richard Labonté is the Director of Engineering at Thought Machine, where he has worked since 2022. He has a background in Computer Engineering from Université de Sherbrooke and has held various engineering roles at Bloomberg LP in London.
Current Role at Thought Machine
Richard Labonté serves as the Director of Engineering at Thought Machine, a position he has held since 2022. He operates in a hybrid work environment based in London, England. In this role, he is responsible for leading engineering teams and overseeing the development of innovative banking technology solutions.
Professional Experience at Bloomberg LP
Prior to joining Thought Machine, Richard Labonté worked at Bloomberg LP for seven years in various engineering roles. He served as a Software Engineering Manager for Alerts from 2018 to 2021, and as a Team Lead for Market Surveillance & Trade Ideas from 2014 to 2018. Additionally, he held the position of Software Engineering Manager for Research Collaboration & Analytics from 2021 to 2022. His tenure at Bloomberg LP was marked by significant contributions to software development and team leadership.
Educational Background in Computer Engineering
Richard Labonté earned a Bachelor’s degree in Computer Engineering from Université de Sherbrooke, where he studied from 2004 to 2008. This educational foundation provided him with the technical skills necessary for his career in software engineering and management.
Early Education in Natural Sciences
Before pursuing a degree in Computer Engineering, Richard Labonté studied Natural Sciences at Cégep de Sainte-Foy from 2001 to 2004. This early education contributed to his analytical and problem-solving abilities, which are essential in the field of engineering.