Ken Friesen
About Ken Friesen
Ken Friesen is an Associate at Equal Experts with over a decade of experience in technical leadership and software development. He has held various roles in prominent organizations, including HM Revenue & Customs and Via Transportation, and possesses a Security Check security clearance valid until July 2024.
Work at Equal Experts
Ken Friesen has been working at Equal Experts as an Associate since 2012. His role involves collaborating with teams to deliver high-quality software solutions. With over a decade of experience in the field, he contributes to various projects, leveraging his technical skills and expertise in software development.
Current Role at HM Revenue & Customs
Ken Friesen serves as a Technical Lead at HM Revenue & Customs, a position he has held since 2014. In this role, he enhances the fraud detection capabilities on the Digital Tax Platform. He utilizes technologies such as Scala, Play Framework 2, and Elasticsearch to improve system performance and reliability.
Previous Experience in Software Development
Prior to his current roles, Ken Friesen held various positions in software development. He worked as a DevOps Engineer and Android Developer at Via Transportation, Inc. from 2012 to 2014. He also served as a Technical Lead at DTC, Springer Science+Business Media, and The Home Office, where he focused on leading technical teams and projects.
Educational Background
Ken Friesen studied at Bethel College-North Newton, where he earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in Maths and Physics from 1993 to 1997. His educational background provides a strong foundation for his technical skills and problem-solving abilities in the field of software development.
Security Clearance
Ken Friesen holds a Security Check (SC) security clearance, which is valid until July 2024. This clearance allows him to work on sensitive projects and ensures compliance with security protocols in his professional roles.