Brian Mathews
About Brian Mathews
Brian Mathews is a Software Engineer in Test with over 14 years of experience in software development and quality assurance. He has worked at Condé Nast since 2017 and previously held positions at CoStar Group and Apartment Home Living, among others.
Current Role at Condé Nast
Brian Mathews currently serves as a Software Engineer in Test at Condé Nast, a position he has held since 2017. In this role, he specializes in developing applications that execute and report on the performance of automated tests. His expertise includes the use of Selenium, Robot Framework, and TestCafe, which he employs to build regression, API, and data-driven tests. His contributions support the quality assurance processes within the organization.
Previous Experience at CoStar Group
Prior to his current role, Brian Mathews worked at CoStar Group as a Software Developer specializing in QA Automation from 2015 to 2017. His tenure at CoStar Group lasted for two years and was focused on enhancing the automation testing processes. He also held a QA Automation position at CoStar Group from 2010 to 2017, accumulating a total of seven years of experience in this area. This extensive background in QA Automation laid a strong foundation for his current work.
Educational Background
Brian Mathews studied at Texas Tech University, where he earned a Bachelor of Fine Arts (B.F.A.) in Design and Visual Communications from 1998 to 2001. He also attended Wayland Baptist University for two years from 1995 to 1997. Additionally, he has been pursuing studies in Computer Science at Austin Community College since 2008, further enhancing his technical skills and knowledge in the field.
Experience in Graphic Design
Before transitioning to software engineering, Brian Mathews gained experience in graphic design. He worked as a Graphic Designer at Apartment Home Living from 2006 to 2010 for four years. Earlier, he served as a Graphic Design Intern at United Supermarkets, LLC from 2001 to 2002. He also held the position of Graphic Production Manager at Austin Community Newspapers from 2004 to 2006. This diverse background in graphic design complements his technical expertise.
Total Professional Experience
Brian Mathews has a total of 14 years of experience in print and web development. His career spans various roles, including software engineering and graphic design, allowing him to develop a comprehensive skill set that integrates both creative and technical aspects. This diverse experience contributes to his effectiveness in his current role as a Software Engineer in Test.