Aidan Foley
About Aidan Foley
Aidan Foley is a Staff Software Engineer with extensive experience in software development and quality assurance. He has worked for several companies, including FireEye, AOL, and Trellix, and holds a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science from University College Cork.
Current Role at Trellix
Aidan Foley currently serves as a Staff Software Engineer at Trellix, a position he has held since 2022. In this role, he contributes to the development and enhancement of software solutions, leveraging his extensive experience in engineering and quality assurance. His responsibilities include collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure the delivery of high-quality software products.
Previous Experience at FireEye, Inc.
Before joining Trellix, Aidan Foley worked at FireEye, Inc. as a Staff Software Engineer from 2014 to 2021. During his seven years at FireEye, he focused on developing cybersecurity solutions, contributing to the company's mission of protecting organizations from advanced cyber threats. His role involved implementing innovative software features and improving existing systems.
Career Background in Software Engineering
Aidan Foley has a diverse background in software engineering, having held various positions throughout his career. He worked at AOL as an Automation QA Engineer from 2009 to 2013, where he was responsible for automating testing processes. Prior to that, he served as a Software Localization Engineer at Vistatec Ltd. in 2006 and as a Database/Web Developer at AIESEC Lithuania in 2004.
Educational Qualifications
Aidan Foley completed his Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science at University College Cork, studying from 1998 to 2003. His foundational education in computer science provided him with essential skills and knowledge that he has applied throughout his career in software engineering. He also attended Ardee Community School from 1992 to 1998.
Roles in Quality Assurance and Testing
In addition to his software engineering roles, Aidan Foley has significant experience in quality assurance and testing. He worked as a Test Lead at O2 Ireland from 2006 to 2008, overseeing testing processes and ensuring software quality. He also held the position of Senior Automation QA Engineer at Mandiant for eight months in 2013 to 2014, focusing on automation strategies in software testing.