Swen Kooij
@swenkooij
Experienced T-shaped software engineer with 12+ years in software development.
NetherlandsWhat I'm looking for
I am an experienced T-shaped software engineer with over 12 years of experience in shipping software and leading teams in fast-paced environments. My can-do attitude drives me to tackle challenging work and deliver impactful solutions. Currently, I serve as a Principal Software Engineer at Dubizzle group, where I consult on architectural design and champion best practices across multiple teams globally.
Throughout my career, I have consistently been recognized as a top performer, playing a pivotal role in the growth of my teams and the success of the companies I've worked for. I have led significant product initiatives, including the development of high-traffic platforms and innovative solutions that have increased user engagement and reduced costs. My technical expertise spans a wide range of technologies, enabling me to build robust systems that meet complex business needs.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Principal Software Engineer
Dubizzle Group / Sector Labs
May 2022 - Present (4 years 1 month)
Consulted on architectural design for critical product initiatives across a large, globally distributed organization. Championed software engineering best practices through presentations, one-on-one mentoring, and by building temporary teams to address critical issues and maintain the long-term health of the technology stack.
Senior Software Engineer
Dubizzle Group / Sector Labs
Sep 2016 - May 2022 (5 years 8 months)
Recognized as a top performer and played an instrumental role in the company's growth to over 30 engineers as the first hire. Led the development of a platform powering 18+ high-traffic classifieds websites, building the codebase from the ground up with a small team.
Senior Software Engineer
ForTech S.R.L
Dec 2015 - Sep 2016 (9 months)
Developed the inter-module communication stack using SocketCAN/USBtin and QtRemoteObjects in C++ for an e-bike project. This involved creating robust and efficient communication protocols.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
SWEN KOOIJ
Master of Science, Software Engineering
I have a can-do attitude and I enjoy driving challenging work forward. I have a can-do attitude and I enjoy driving challenging work forward.
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Location
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