Simon Walsh
About Simon Walsh
Simon Walsh is a Staff Engineer with a background in Web/Multimedia Management and Law. He has held various engineering roles at companies such as Glossier, Lightspeed, and Chord Commerce, contributing to significant projects in frontend development and e-commerce solutions.
Work at Chord
Simon Walsh has been employed at Chord Commerce as a Staff Engineer since 2022. In this role, he applies his extensive experience in software development to enhance the company's technology offerings. His responsibilities include leading engineering projects and collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver innovative solutions.
Education and Expertise
Simon Walsh studied at Collège de Maisonneuve, focusing on Web/Multimedia Management and Webmaster, where he achieved a Multimedia qualification from 2010 to 2012. He also holds a Bachelor's degree in Law from Université Laval, which he completed from 2004 to 2007. This diverse educational background equips him with a unique perspective in both technology and legal frameworks.
Professional Background
Simon Walsh has a robust professional background in software engineering and development. He has held various positions, including Staff Engineer at Glossier, Inc. and Lightspeed HQ, and Frontend Team Lead at Dynamo. His experience spans multiple companies and roles, showcasing his adaptability and expertise in the tech industry.
Technical Contributions
Throughout his career, Simon Walsh has made significant technical contributions. He led the migration of a company's front-end framework from Angular 1.X to React, incorporating modern technologies such as Redux, Reselect, Jest, Webpack, and GraphQL. Additionally, he has enhanced e-commerce capabilities by developing flexible product bundling architecture and integrating advanced payment options like Apple Pay and Google Pay.
Previous Employment History
Simon Walsh has worked in various capacities across multiple organizations. His previous roles include Senior Fullstack Developer and Team Lead at Sheertex, Software Engineer at Aurora Solar, and Technical Director at CURIOUS Montréal. His diverse employment history reflects a commitment to continuous learning and professional growth within the tech sector.