Ed Hiley

Technical Director at Hippo

Ed Hiley currently serves as the Technical Director at Hippo since July 2023. Prior to this role, Ed held the position of Chief Technology Officer and Director of Engineering at The Data Shed from September 2021 to September 2023. At NHS Digital from November 2012 to September 2021, Ed was the Head of Engineering and Technology, along with roles as Principal Systems Engineer and Solution Architect. Ed's tenure at the National Institute for Health and Clinical Excellence from April 2009 to November 2012 as Associate Director included forming and managing a development function delivering various web services and applications. Ed also led a team as Lead Developer at NHS Institute from November 2007 to April 2009. Ed's career began with development roles at companies such as EMIS, Medisoft Limited, and Nexus Technology. Academically, Ed earned a Master’s degree in Software Systems Technology from The University of Sheffield and has a Bachelor of Science in Biological Sciences from the same institution, in addition to completing a course on Functional Programming Principles in Scala from École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne in 2015.

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At Hippo, we design with empathy and build for impact. We do this by combining data-informed evidence, human-centred design and software engineering. We're a digital services partner who is genuinely invested in helping our clients thrive as modern organisations. Our delivery methodology is truly agile, from concept to reality, supporting innovation and continuous improvement to achieve your desired outcomes. We firmly believe that technology should serve humanity, not the other way around. We take a human-centred approach to everything we do because we understand that complex problems require a service design approach. This means understanding how users behave and ensuring our solutions work for them in the real world. Our combination of data, design, and engineering delivers bespoke digital services that make a positive and meaningful impact on organisations and society. We're confident in our abilities, authentic in our approach, and passionate about what we do. If you're looking for a digital services partner that can deliver real results, let us help you build for the future and make a lasting impact. In the digital age, it’s vital that no one is left behind. That's why we're on a mission to create inclusive digital services that achieve business outcomes. From essential healthcare to staying connected online, we put the user's needs first. With a people-first approach, we solve real problems using the intelligent application of technology. Our ultimate goal is to provide value for our customers and those who rely on them. We firmly believe that inclusive digital services benefit everyone. Join us on this journey towards a more connected and equitable world, and let us help you build for the future and make a lasting impact. We are headquartered in Leeds and located across the UK in Edinburgh, Manchester, Birmingham, London and Bristol.