Simon Hunter
About Simon Hunter
Simon Hunter is a Senior Software Engineering Manager at N-able, with over 25 years of IT experience across various sectors, including financial services. He has held leadership roles in software development and architecture at several notable companies, contributing to his expertise in technologies such as Java and .NET C#.
Work at N-able
Simon Hunter currently serves as a Senior Software Engineering Manager at N-able, a position he has held since 2022. Prior to this role, he worked as a Software Engineering Manager at the same company starting in 2017. In his current position, he leads teams focused on Patch Management and Apple Devices. His tenure at N-able spans over six years, during which he has contributed to various software engineering initiatives.
Previous Employment History
Before joining N-able, Simon Hunter held several significant roles in the technology sector. He worked at Sopra Steria as a Technical Team Lead from 2005 to 2015, and at Broadridge Financial Solutions as Head of Solution Architecture from 2015 to 2017. His earlier experience includes positions at Lockheed Martin as a Senior Developer, HBOS as a Consultant Developer, and Origo Services Ltd as an e-Business Architect/Senior Developer. He also worked as an Engineer at Sun Microsystems and Western Digital.
Education and Expertise
Simon Hunter studied Software Engineering at Edinburgh Napier University, where he earned a BEng degree from 1996 to 2000. He possesses over 25 years of IT experience, with a strong background in the financial services industry, including Asset Management, Retail Banking, and Life and Pensions. His expertise encompasses the full software development life cycle, having worked in various roles such as business analyst, designer, architect, developer, deployer, and tester.
Technical Skills and Specializations
Simon Hunter specializes in several programming technologies, including Java, .NET C#, Angular, and SharePoint. He has developed strong technical skills through a diverse range of cross-industry IT projects. His experience includes both technical and customer-facing roles, allowing him to effectively bridge the gap between technology and user needs.