Nikola Velinov
About Nikola Velinov
Nikola Velinov is a Senior Business Development Engineer for EMEA at Green Hills Software, where he has worked since 2016. He has a background in software engineering, with previous experience at Gameloft, Johnson Controls, and the University of Luxembourg.
Current Role at Green Hills Software
Nikola Velinov serves as a Senior Business Development Engineer for the EMEA region at Green Hills Software. He has held this position since 2016, contributing to the company's growth and development in the software industry. His role involves identifying business opportunities and fostering relationships with clients across Europe, the Middle East, and Africa. Based in the Bonn Area, Germany, he plays a key part in the strategic initiatives of the organization.
Previous Experience in Game Development
Prior to his current role, Nikola Velinov worked as a Game Developer at Gameloft in Bulgaria from 2010 to 2011. During this year-long tenure, he gained valuable experience in game design and development, contributing to various projects within the gaming industry. This role provided him with foundational skills in software development and project management.
Software Engineering Background
Nikola Velinov worked as a Software Engineer at Johnson Controls from 2012 to 2013 for a duration of 10 months in Bulgaria. In this position, he focused on software solutions and engineering practices, enhancing his technical skills and understanding of software development processes. This experience further solidified his expertise in the field.
Educational Qualifications
Nikola Velinov holds a Master's degree in Software Systems Engineering from RWTH Aachen University, where he studied from 2013 to 2016. He also earned a Bachelor's degree in Software Engineering from Sofia University St. Kliment Ohridski, completing his studies from 2009 to 2013. His educational background provides a strong foundation in software development and engineering principles.
Internship Experience at University of Luxembourg
During his academic journey, Nikola Velinov completed a six-month internship at the University of Luxembourg from 2015 to 2016. This experience allowed him to apply his theoretical knowledge in a practical setting, gaining insights into research and development within an academic environment.