Nicholas Kyrkewood
About Nicholas Kyrkewood
Nicholas Kyrkewood serves as the Head of Engineering at zeroheight, where he leads the engineering team in developing a platform for design systems. He has a strong background in technology leadership, having previously held positions at Barclays Investment Bank and Cutover.
Work at zeroheight
Nicholas Kyrkewood serves as the Head of Engineering at zeroheight, a role he has held since 2022. In this position, he leads the engineering team that develops the zeroheight platform. This platform is designed to support the creation and management of design systems, streamlining processes for teams involved in design and development. His leadership focuses on enhancing the platform's capabilities and ensuring it meets the needs of its users.
Education and Expertise
Nicholas Kyrkewood studied at the University of Birmingham, where he earned a Bachelor of Science (BSc) degree in Physics from 2005 to 2008. His educational background provides a strong foundation in analytical thinking and problem-solving, which are essential skills in technology and engineering. He possesses expertise in risk and analytics technology, particularly from his tenure at Barclays Investment Bank.
Background in Barclays Investment Bank
Nicholas Kyrkewood has a significant history with Barclays Investment Bank, where he worked for nearly a decade. He began his career there as an Analyst from 2008 to 2012, advancing to the role of Assistant VP Technology, FI Options & Structured Trading from 2012 to 2014. He continued to progress within the organization, ultimately serving as VP Technology, Risk & Analytics from 2014 to 2017. His roles at Barclays provided him with extensive experience in technology leadership and risk management.
Previous Role at Cutover
Before joining zeroheight, Nicholas Kyrkewood worked at Cutover as Director of Engineering from 2017 to 2021. In this role, he was responsible for overseeing engineering operations and driving technological advancements within the company. His leadership at Cutover contributed to the development of innovative solutions in the technology sector.
Technology Leadership Experience
Nicholas Kyrkewood has extensive experience in technology leadership roles, having transitioned from an Analyst to a VP at Barclays Investment Bank. His career progression demonstrates his ability to manage complex technology projects and lead teams effectively. This experience has equipped him with the skills necessary to oversee engineering teams and drive technological innovation in his current role at zeroheight.