Shumpei Kishi
About Shumpei Kishi
Shumpei Kishi is a Lead Solutions Engineer at Acquia, with extensive experience in web development and solutions engineering across multiple countries. He has worked for notable companies such as Johnson & Johnson and CI&T, and holds a diploma in Web Development and Interactive Design from the Vancouver Institute of Media Arts.
Current Role at Acquia
Shumpei Kishi serves as the Lead Solutions Engineer at Acquia, a position he has held since 2023. His role involves providing technical solutions and support to clients, leveraging his extensive experience in web development and engineering. Kishi works remotely from Japan, contributing to Acquia's mission of delivering innovative digital experiences.
Previous Experience in Engineering
Before joining Acquia, Kishi held multiple roles in software and web development. He worked as a Senior Solutions Engineer at Acquia from 2019 to 2022, and as a Master Solutions Engineer from 2022 to 2023. His earlier experience includes a position as a Web Developer at Johnson & Johnson in Tokyo from 2017 to 2018 and at Outcrop Communications Ltd. in Yellowknife from 2015 to 2017.
Educational Background
Kishi studied at the Vancouver Institute of Media Arts (VanArts), where he earned a Diploma in Web Development and Interactive Design from 2014 to 2015. He also holds a Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) in Public Relations and Advertising from the State University of New York at Plattsburgh, where he studied from 2005 to 2008.
Project Management Experience
Kishi managed the 'Overseas Safety Website' for the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, which receives over 1 million page views per month. This project highlights his ability to handle high-traffic web platforms and deliver effective solutions for government entities.
International Work Experience
Kishi has accumulated a total of 9 years of overseas experience, having lived and worked in the U.S.A, India, Canada, and Japan. His diverse background includes working as a translator for Indian and Japanese staff at the Consulate of Japan in Bangalore, India, showcasing his multilingual capabilities and cross-cultural communication skills.