Neil Ongkingco
About Neil Ongkingco
Neil Ongkingco is a Senior Backend Engineer with extensive experience in software development and education. He holds a DPhil in Computer Science from the University of Oxford and has worked for various organizations, including Semmle, Infor, and the University of the Philippines.
Current Role at Apollo.io
Neil Ongkingco serves as a Senior Backend Engineer at Apollo.io, a position he has held since 2023. In this role, he focuses on backend development, contributing to the company's technology and infrastructure. His expertise in software engineering supports Apollo.io's mission to enhance customer engagement through data-driven solutions.
Previous Experience in Software Engineering
Before joining Apollo.io, Ongkingco worked at Infor as a Senior Software Engineer from 2020 to 2023. His responsibilities included developing large-scale Java applications and core messaging functionality on the cloud. He also has experience as a Software Engineer at Semmle from 2010 to 2012 and as an Independent Consultant for Semmle in 2010.
Educational Background in Computer Science
Ongkingco pursued his studies in Computer Science at the University of Oxford, where he achieved an MSc from 2004 to 2005 and began a DPhil from 2005 to 2010. He also holds a Bachelor of Science in Computer Science from the University of the Philippines, which he completed from 1997 to 2001. His foundational education includes attending the Philippine Science High School from 1993 to 1997.
Teaching Experience
Neil Ongkingco has experience in academia, having worked as an Instructor at the University of the Philippines Diliman for six months in 2003 to 2004. He also served as a Programmer (SA) at the University of the Philippines from 1999 to 2001, where he contributed to various programming projects.
Technical Contributions
Throughout his career, Ongkingco has designed interactive visualizations that enhance data accessibility and understanding. He has focused on creating tools that allow users to drill down into raw data, facilitating better decision-making and insights.