Matthew Bird
About Matthew Bird
Matthew Bird serves as the Head of IT Operations at YouGov, a position he has held since 2024. With extensive experience in IT roles, he has a strong background in managing operations, deploying solutions, and ensuring compliance with service agreements.
Current Role at YouGov
Matthew Bird serves as the Head of IT Operations at YouGov, a position he has held since 2024. He operates remotely, overseeing the IT operations for the organization. In this role, he is responsible for implementing disaster recovery and security solutions tailored for global remote teams. His leadership involves managing interactions with Operations, Site Reliability Engineering (SRE), and Development teams to ensure adherence to Service Level Agreements (SLAs) and Key Performance Indicators (KPIs).
Previous Experience at YouGov
Before his current role, Matthew Bird worked at YouGov in various capacities. He served as the Director of IT Operations from 2019 to 2024, where he focused on enhancing operational efficiency. Prior to that, he was a Linux Architect from 2011 to 2019, contributing to the organization's IT infrastructure. His long tenure at YouGov highlights his extensive experience within the company.
Professional Background
Matthew Bird has a diverse professional background in IT operations and systems management. He began his career at HP as a Security Consultant from 2006 to 2008, followed by a role as an Operations Engineer at Cisco from 2008 to 2009. He then worked as a Systems Administrator at Cisco from 2009 to 2011. This progression showcases his development in IT roles leading to his expertise in operations and security.
Education and Expertise
Matthew Bird earned a Bachelor of Science with Honours in Computer Science from the University of Wolverhampton, completing his studies from 2001 to 2005. His educational background laid the foundation for his technical expertise, particularly in deploying solutions using Kubernetes and AWS platforms. He has also been involved in evaluating and budgeting for new systems and hardware solutions, demonstrating his proficiency in vendor negotiations.
Remote Work Experience
Matthew Bird has been a home worker since 2012, reflecting a long-standing adaptability to remote work environments. He is currently based in the Worcestershire area. His experience in remote work has been integral to his roles at YouGov, particularly in managing global teams and ensuring operational continuity.