Thomas Shim
About Thomas Shim
Thomas Shim is the Lead Product Manager at Immutable in Sydney, Australia, where he has worked since 2022. He has a diverse background in the gaming industry, having held various leadership positions at companies such as Gala Games, NCSOFT, and Nexon.
Work at Immutable X
Thomas Shim has been serving as the Lead Product Manager at Immutable since 2022. His role is based in Sydney, New South Wales, Australia. In this position, he focuses on product management strategies and initiatives that enhance the company's offerings in the gaming sector.
Previous Experience in Gaming Industry
Prior to his current role, Thomas Shim worked at Gala Games as a Senior Product Manager for five months in 2022, operating remotely from the United States. He also held significant positions at NCSOFT, where he was the Lead Project Manager from 2010 to 2012 in Seoul, South Korea, and later served as Managing Director from 2019 to 2021 in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam. Additionally, he worked at Nexon as a Localization Product Manager from 2007 to 2010 in Korea.
Education and Expertise
Thomas Shim earned a Bachelor of Science in Computer Science from the University of Canterbury, studying from 2000 to 2003. He also attended Christ's College, Canterbury, where he studied subjects including Design, Calculus, Statistics, Physics, and Chemistry from 1995 to 1999. His educational background supports his extensive experience in leveraging user data and analytics to enhance live service games on mobile and PC platforms.
Background in Game Development
Thomas Shim has a strong background in game development production, having taken on various roles such as game designer and producer. His experience includes a track record as a serial entrepreneur, demonstrating responsibility and motivation in leadership roles. He possesses a strong engineering background, which aids in effective collaboration with engineering, marketing, business, and operations teams.