Nick Goossens
About Nick Goossens
Nick Goossens is a Senior Backend Engineer at DuckDuckGo, where he has worked remotely since 2023. With over 15 years of experience in the IT industry, he has held various roles, including Software Architect and Senior Software Development Engineer, and has a strong academic background in Computer Science and Information Systems.
Work at DuckDuckGo
Nick Goossens has been employed at DuckDuckGo as a Senior Backend Engineer since 2023. He works remotely and has been contributing to the company's backend systems for one year. His role involves developing solutions that enhance the functionality and performance of DuckDuckGo's services.
Previous Experience in Software Development
Prior to joining DuckDuckGo, Nick Goossens held several positions in software development. He worked at Amazon Web Services (AWS) as a Senior Software Development Engineer from 2019 to 2022, focusing on backend systems in Cape Town, South Africa. Before that, he served as a Software Architect at iMCA-industrielle MicroController Applikationen GmbH from 2015 to 2019. His career also includes a role as a Software Architect at Sunrise Productions for eight months in 2014.
Education and Expertise
Nick Goossens studied at Nelson Mandela University, where he earned a BSc in Computer Science & Information Systems and Physics, graduating Cum Laude in 2005. He furthered his education with a BSc Hons in Computer Science & Information Systems, also graduating Cum Laude in 2006. His academic background supports his expertise in backend systems, which he has developed over more than 15 years in the IT industry.
Background in Software Architecture
Nick Goossens has a strong background in software architecture, having worked in various roles that required architectural design and development. He was an Architect Developer at Open Box Software from 2008 to 2010 and has experience in analyzing and programming as an Analyst Programmer at Aculocity from 2007 to 2008. His diverse experience in different companies has equipped him with a comprehensive understanding of complex code and system constraints.
Passion for Technology and Knowledge Sharing
Nick Goossens has been passionate about technology from an early age. He enjoys the challenge of understanding complex code and constraints to develop new solutions. Additionally, he values sharing his skills and knowledge with others, contributing to the growth of the tech community.