Simon Carlson
About Simon Carlson
Simon Carlson is a Software Engineer with extensive experience in various roles within the technology sector, including positions at Klarna and Ericsson. He holds a Master of Science in Information Technology from KTH Royal Institute of Technology and currently works at Embark Studios in Stockholm.
Current Role at Embark Studios
Simon Carlson currently works as a Software Engineer at Embark Studios, a position he has held since 2023. His role involves contributing to software development projects within the gaming industry, leveraging his extensive background in software engineering.
Previous Experience in Software Development
Prior to his current role, Simon Carlson gained significant experience in software development. He worked at Klarna as a Software Engineer from 2019 to 2022, where he contributed to various software solutions. He also held positions at Ericsson, where he worked as a Developer in 2015 and again in 2018, and at Handelsbanken as a Developer in 2017.
Education and Academic Background
Simon Carlson studied at KTH Royal Institute of Technology, where he earned a Master of Science in Information Technology from 2013 to 2019. He also attended Beijing Jiaotong University, achieving a degree in Computer Software Engineering in 2017. His foundational education includes a High School Diploma from Blackebergs Gymnasium, focusing on Natural Sciences with an emphasis on math and computer science.
Research and Development Experience
Simon Carlson has experience in research and development roles. He worked at yDesign AB as an R&D Engineer from 2022 to 2023. Additionally, he completed a Master's thesis at RISE Research Institutes of Sweden in 2019, which lasted for five months. He also engaged in a Bachelor thesis project at Infinera in 2016.
Early Career in IT Support
Simon Carlson began his career in the IT field as an IT Technician at Synsam Sverige in 2014. This role lasted for three months and provided him with foundational experience in technical support and IT operations.