Connor Beardsmore
About Connor Beardsmore
Connor Beardsmore is an Engineering Squad Lead at VGW, with a background in software development and engineering across various companies, including Amazon and Optiver Asia Pacific. He holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science from Curtin University and is certified as an AWS Solutions Architect.
Current Role at VGW
Connor Beardsmore currently serves as the Engineering Squad Lead at VGW, a position he has held since 2022. He operates from Boulder, Colorado, where he leads engineering initiatives and oversees the development processes within his squad. His role involves guiding team members and ensuring the successful execution of projects in a collaborative environment.
Previous Experience at VGW
Before becoming the Engineering Squad Lead, Connor worked at VGW in various capacities. He was a Software Developer from 2018 to 2020 and later advanced to the role of Senior Software Engineer from 2021 to 2022. During his tenure, he contributed to the development of LuckyLand Slots, enhancing the platform's functionality and user experience.
Education and Certifications
Connor Beardsmore earned a Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science from Curtin University, completing his studies from 2015 to 2018. In addition to his academic qualifications, he is certified as an AWS Solutions Architect, demonstrating his proficiency in cloud-native technologies and architecture.
Professional Background
Connor has a diverse professional background that includes roles at notable companies. He interned as a Software Developer at Optiver Asia Pacific in 2017 and worked as a Software Development Engineer at Amazon from 2020 to 2021. He also gained experience as a Student Software Developer at Thales and served as a Sessional Academic at Curtin University.
Advocacy and Interests
Connor advocates for ownership, trust, and transparency within team dynamics, emphasizing the importance of these values over political dynamics. He has a strong interest in event-driven architectures, which are essential for scaling modern systems. His experience spans multiple business domains, including online gaming, eCommerce, data analytics, and automated trading.