Koes Bong
About Koes Bong
Koes Bong is a Senior Engineering Manager at Foursquare, where he has worked remotely since 2024. He has extensive experience in software engineering and management, having held various roles at multiple companies including Salesforce, HashiCorp, and Upsight.
Current Role at Foursquare
Koes Bong serves as a Senior Engineering Manager at Foursquare, a position he has held since 2024. He works remotely and has been in this role for 8 months. In this capacity, he is responsible for overseeing engineering projects and managing teams, contributing to the company's technological advancements and product development.
Previous Experience in Software Engineering Management
Koes Bong has extensive experience in software engineering management. He worked at Salesforce as a Senior Software Engineering Manager for 4 months in 2020 and as a Software Engineering Manager for 2 years from 2018 to 2020. Additionally, he held the position of Senior Software Engineering Manager at HashiCorp for 1 year from 2021 to 2022 and served as the Director of Engineering at the same company for 1 year from 2022 to 2023.
Background in Front End Development
Koes Bong began his career in web development, working as a Front End Web Developer at InstantAction from 2009 to 2010 and at Metal Toad Media for 5 months in 2009. He also held multiple roles at Upsight, including Front End Web Developer from 2011 to 2013 and Senior Software Engineer for 10 months in 2013. His foundational skills in front end development have contributed to his success in engineering management.
Entrepreneurial Experience
Koes Bong co-founded Salemarked, where he worked from 2011 to 2013. This experience provided him with insights into startup dynamics and the challenges of building a business from the ground up. His entrepreneurial background complements his technical expertise and management skills.
Advocacy for Diversity and Inclusion
Koes Bong advocates for diversity and inclusion within the workplace. He believes that a diverse team enhances creativity and leads to better outcomes. His commitment to fostering an inclusive environment is reflected in his management style, which emphasizes trust and autonomy among team members.