Ben Kong
About Ben Kong
Ben Kong is a Senior Frontend Developer with over 20 years of experience in software development. He has worked at Entain since 2020 and previously held positions at FirstClass.com.au and UCWeb Inc., demonstrating expertise in various programming languages and cloud deployment technologies.
Work at Entain
Ben Kong has been employed at Entain as a Senior Frontend Developer since 2020. In this role, he focuses on developing and maintaining frontend applications, utilizing his extensive experience in software development. His work involves leveraging modern technologies and frameworks to enhance user experience and application performance. Based in Sydney, New South Wales, Australia, he contributes to the company's mission of providing innovative gaming and betting solutions.
Previous Experience at FirstClass.com.au
Before joining Entain, Ben Kong worked at FirstClass.com.au as a Senior Software Engineer from 2011 to 2020. During his nine years at the company, he played a key role in software development projects, contributing to the design and implementation of various applications. His experience at FirstClass.com.au helped him refine his skills in software engineering and project management.
Experience at UCWeb Inc.
Ben Kong served as a Senior Software Engineer at UCWeb Inc. from 2008 to 2010. His tenure at the company in Guangzhou, Guangdong, China, allowed him to gain valuable experience in software development. He worked on various projects that enhanced his technical skills and understanding of the software industry.
Education and Expertise
Ben Kong earned a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science from Guangzhou University, where he studied from 2000 to 2004. He possesses over 20 years of experience in software development, with strong skills in programming languages such as JavaScript, PHP, C/C++, HTML, CSS, and SQL. Additionally, he has expertise in cloud deployment technologies, including AWS Beanstalk, EKS, and Heroku, and is proficient in using Docker and Kubernetes for service management.
Technical Skills and Communication
Ben Kong has developed strong technical skills in Docker and Kubernetes, managing services on AWS EC2 with self-maintained Kubernetes Docker. He utilizes Macbook’s MicroK8s for development server management. As a native Chinese speaker, he possesses excellent oral and written communication skills, enabling effective collaboration in diverse teams.