Simon Ager
About Simon Ager
Simon Ager is a Senior Manager of Software Engineering at Anaplan, with extensive experience in software development and management across various companies. He has a strong technical background and expertise in AWS Solutions Architecture, having previously held leadership roles at Fretwell-Downing Hospitality, OCLC, and Civica.
Work at Anaplan
Simon Ager has been employed at Anaplan as a Senior Manager in Software Engineering since 2021. In this role, he leverages his extensive experience in software development and engineering management to oversee teams and projects. His responsibilities include guiding the technical direction of projects and ensuring the successful delivery of software solutions.
Previous Experience in Software Development
Before joining Anaplan, Simon Ager held several significant positions in software development. He worked at Fretwell-Downing Hospitality as Head of Development from 2015 to 2020, and prior to that, he served as Software Development Manager at OCLC from 2002 to 2015. His career also includes a role as Head of Development at Civica for one year, from 2020 to 2021, and as a Software Developer at Fretwell Downing Informatics from 1995 to 1999.
Education and Expertise
Simon Ager earned a Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science from the University of Nottingham, where he studied from 1992 to 1995. His educational background is complemented by expertise in AWS Solutions Architecture, which is relevant to his current role as a Senior Manager in Software Engineering. This combination of education and technical skills enhances his capability to lead engineering teams effectively.
Career Background
Simon Ager's career spans multiple roles in software engineering and development. He began his professional journey as a Software Developer at Fretwell Downing Informatics. He later transitioned to consulting at Capgemini for a brief period in 2000-2001. His extensive experience includes over 13 years at OCLC and leadership roles at various organizations, showcasing a strong technical background across a variety of technologies.