Gunther Koo
About Gunther Koo
Gunther Koo is a Senior Software Engineer Team Lead at MainStreet, where he has worked since 2022. He has a diverse background in software engineering and design, having held various roles at notable companies in the Greater New York City Area.
Work at MainStreet
Gunther Koo currently serves as the Senior Software Engineer Team Lead at MainStreet, a position he has held since 2022. In this role, he leads cross-functional alignment on current and upcoming projects, ensuring effective communication and context sharing across teams. His responsibilities include prioritizing the engineering backlog with a focus on addressing technical debt. Gunther specializes in bridging the gap between design and development, utilizing technologies such as TypeScript, ReactJS, and NextJS to deliver seamless solutions.
Previous Experience
Gunther Koo has a diverse work history in the tech and creative industries. He previously worked at Pixbi as Chief Creative Officer from 2013 to 2015. He held the position of Frontend Engineer at Droga5 from 2016 to 2017 and at Thomson Reuters from 2017 to 2020. Additionally, he has experience as a UX Designer and Front End Developer at Barnum Design LLC and Wasabi Rabbit. His early career included roles as a Junior Art Director Intern at Soubriet Byrne & Associates and various positions at the Institute for International Research.
Education and Expertise
Gunther Koo studied at City Tech, CUNY, where he earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in Communication & Advertising Design. His education provided a foundation for his expertise in software engineering, UX design, and frontend development. Gunther's technical skills include proficiency in TypeScript, ReactJS, and NextJS, which he applies to create efficient and user-friendly digital solutions.
Career Timeline
Gunther Koo's career spans over a decade, beginning with an internship as a Graphic/Flash Designer at Battery Interactive in 2008. He progressed through various roles, including Junior Web Designer and Front-End Developer at the Institute for International Research, where he worked from 2010 to 2012. His subsequent positions included UX Engineer at Digitas North America and various frontend engineering roles at notable companies like Droga5 and Thomson Reuters, culminating in his current leadership role at MainStreet.