Brian Sayler
About Brian Sayler
Brian Sayler is a Senior SME of Platform Engineering at Thoughtworks, where he has worked since 2023. He has a strong background in financial services and software development, with experience managing large pension funds and a focus on modern programming technologies.
Work at ThoughtWorks
Brian Sayler currently serves as the Senior SME of Platform Engineering at ThoughtWorks, a position he has held since 2023. In this role, he focuses on enhancing platform engineering practices and contributing to the development of robust software solutions. Prior to this position, he worked at ThoughtWorks as a Senior Software Developer from 2017 to 2023, where he gained extensive experience in software development and engineering processes.
Education and Expertise
Brian Sayler studied at the Turing School of Software & Design in 2016, completing a 7-month software development course that emphasized test-driven development using Ruby on Rails. He also attended Colgate University from 2009 to 2013, where he earned a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology. Additionally, he completed his secondary education at The Hotchkiss School from 2006 to 2009.
Background in Financial Services
Brian has a background in financial services, specifically working with institutional clients. He managed large pension and 401k funds exceeding $100 million during his tenure as an Investment Analyst at Rocaton Investment Advisors from 2014 to 2015. This experience provided him with insights into financial management and client relations within the investment sector.
Interests in Technology and Development
Brian Sayler has a keen interest in various areas of technology and software development. He is focused on learning best practice design patterns, infrastructure automation, and functional programming. Additionally, he is exploring modern JavaScript technologies, including React and Node, to enhance his skill set and stay current with industry trends.