Thomas Marek
About Thomas Marek
Thomas Marek serves as the VP of Software Engineering at Foresight Sports, bringing over a decade of experience in software development and team leadership. He has held various engineering roles across multiple companies, including positions as Chief Technology Officer at PinSeeker and Lead Engineer at Switcher.ie.
Current Role at Foresight Sports
Thomas Marek serves as the Vice President of Software Engineering for the Digital Studio at Foresight Sports. He has held this position since 2024, contributing to the company's efforts in developing innovative software solutions. His role involves overseeing software engineering projects and leading technical teams in a remote work environment.
Previous Experience in Software Engineering
Before joining Foresight Sports, Thomas Marek held various positions in software engineering. He worked as Chief Technology Officer at PinSeeker from 2021 to 2024, leading technological advancements. Prior to that, he was a Senior Software Engineer and Team Lead at IZEA from 2015 to 2016. His earlier roles included Lead Engineer and Software Engineer at Switcher.ie, as well as positions at BioSolveIT GmbH, where he served as both Software Engineer and Scrum Master.
Education and Training
Thomas Marek completed a three-year professional training program at BioSolveIT GmbH, where he studied software development and fundamental economic principles. He achieved the Certified Computer Specialist designation during this period, which laid the foundation for his extensive career in software engineering.
Technical Skills and Expertise
Thomas Marek possesses a decade of experience in designing and developing web applications, particularly focusing on Rails applications. He has expertise in developing graphical user interfaces and is skilled in agile software development methodologies, including Scrum and Kanban. His specialization includes integrating back-end services, conducting performance analysis and optimization, and creating complex database models.
Leadership and Team Management
Throughout his career, Thomas Marek has demonstrated strong leadership capabilities, particularly in managing technical teams. He has experience working in remote environments, which has equipped him with the skills necessary to lead teams effectively across different locations. His leadership style emphasizes collaboration and the efficient execution of software projects.