Graduating from NUIG with a B.Sc (Hons) in Mathematical Science with Computing and a H.Dip in Systems Analysis, Ciaran started his career in Software Engineering for Dedicate, before moving to Development Lead in AIG. In 2000, Ciaran co-founded AM-BEO acting a Chief Architect before assuming a role as Engineering Manager and Site Manger for Prime Carrier in 2005 as part of acquisition.In 2010, Ciaran led the Engineering function of the Galway facility of Synchronoss Technologies. He established the R&D facility and led the buildout to a headcount of 40+ staff. He has led the implementation and technical direction of complex eCommerce portal solution for a Tier1 European carriers, managing a engineering team across 3 continents and multiple timezones.In 2017, Ciaran established the Galway Development Team for SmartBear, with primary responsible for SwaggerHub. Ciaran scaled this group to 30+ tech professionals.In June 2020, Ciaran joined Globalization Partners to form the Galway Engineering team and launch the Galway site. Throughout his career, Ciaran has held leadership and technical roles at senior levels. He has worked with company executives, HR and Legal counsel in addition to local recruiters and 3rd level institutes in building out and maintaining multi-functional, high performing teams.Specialties: Software Engineering, Start-Up and early stage, Telecommunications, People Management, Force Multiplier contributor, Development Methodologies (Agile, SDLC)