Xander Garbett
About Xander Garbett
Xander Garbett is a Site Reliability Engineer with a diverse background in teaching and engineering. He has worked at Thought Machine since 2021 and previously held positions at iBlocks and MEET, following his education in Computer Science at the University of Warwick.
Work at Thought Machine
Xander Garbett has been employed at Thought Machine as a Site Reliability Engineer since 2021. In this role, he focuses on maintaining and improving the reliability of systems within the company. His responsibilities include ensuring system availability, performance, and scalability, which are critical in the FinTech sector.
Previous Experience in Teaching and Engineering
Before joining Thought Machine, Xander Garbett gained teaching experience as a Teacher Assistant at Warwick Volunteers in 2012 and at MEET - Middle East Entrepreneurs of Tomorrow in 2013. He also worked as a Software Engineer at iBlocks from 2016 to 2021, where he developed his engineering skills in a practical environment.
Education and Expertise
Xander Garbett studied at the University of Warwick, where he earned a Master's degree in Computer Science, specifically a Master of Engineering (M.Eng.), from 2011 to 2015. His educational background provides a strong foundation in software engineering principles, which he has applied throughout his career.
Background in FinTech
Xander Garbett transitioned into the FinTech industry after accumulating experience in both teaching and software engineering. His diverse skill set allows him to approach problems from multiple perspectives, contributing to his effectiveness as a Site Reliability Engineer.