Abou Koné
About Abou Koné
Abou Koné is an Engineering Manager at Clockwise, where he oversees the implementation of AI-powered scheduling solutions and leads a team focused on data-driven growth. He has a diverse background in software development and engineering management, with experience at various companies including Aquilent, Salsa Labs, and IMMUNIO.
Current Role at Clockwise
Abou Koné serves as the Engineering Manager at Clockwise, a position he has held since 2022. In this role, he manages the implementation and testing of new features and APIs for an AI-powered scheduling solution. He leads a team focused on leveraging data to drive revenue, customer growth, retention, and engagement. Koné fosters a culture of ownership, craftsmanship, and customer empathy within the engineering team, ensuring a collaborative and productive work environment.
Previous Experience in Software Development
Before joining Clockwise, Abou Koné accumulated extensive experience in software development across various organizations. He worked as a Technical Consultant at Aquilent from 2007 to 2010 and as a J2EE Developer at the Department of Veterans Affairs from 2007 to 2009. His roles included Senior Application Developer at Salsa Labs, Inc. and Lead UI Developer at Goalface.com. He also held positions at SRA International, IMMUNIO, and Millennial Media, contributing to user interface development and engineering projects.
Educational Background
Abou Koné holds a Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science from California State University, Bakersfield, where he studied from 1999 to 2003. He furthered his education by obtaining a Master of Science in Information Systems from the University of Maryland Baltimore County, completing his studies from 2011 to 2013. His educational background provides a strong foundation for his technical expertise and leadership in engineering.
Leadership and Team Development
In his current role at Clockwise, Abou Koné is responsible for building and motivating a growing engineering team in a remote-friendly environment. He drives the hiring process for his team and emphasizes the growth of engineering squad members. Koné collaborates with product managers and designers to enhance product adoption and customer growth, demonstrating his commitment to team development and organizational success.
Entrepreneurial Ventures
Abou Koné co-founded KidKoders, an initiative he led from 2015 to 2020 in Laurel, MD. This venture reflects his entrepreneurial spirit and dedication to education and technology. Additionally, he served as a Fractional CTO at AKIL TECHNOLOGIES from 2016 to 2021, where he contributed to strategic technology leadership and innovation.