Simon Lecointe
About Simon Lecointe
Simon Lecointe is an Operations & Technical Product Manager at Riot Games, where he oversees the Esports Global Media Asset Management platform. He has extensive experience in the media and entertainment industry, having held various roles at Dalet and Anyware Video, and possesses a strong technical background in project management and engineering.
Work at Riot Games
Simon Lecointe currently serves as Operations & Technical Product Manager at Riot Games, a position he has held since 2023 in Los Angeles, California. In this role, he is responsible for overseeing the Esports Global Media Asset Management platform, which is essential for delivering content to fans. His work involves managing technology roadmaps and ensuring efficient operations within the organization.
Previous Experience at Dalet
Prior to joining Riot Games, Simon Lecointe worked at Dalet for several years in various capacities. He was the Head of Operations for the US West Coast from 2019 to 2023, based in Los Angeles. Before that, he held the position of Solution Architect in Paris from 2017 to 2019 and served as Program Manager from 2015 to 2018. Additionally, he worked as a Technical Project Manager in London from 2013 to 2015 and as a Software QA Engineer in Marseille for a brief period in 2013.
Education and Expertise
Simon Lecointe has a strong educational background in mathematics, physics, and computer science. He studied at Lycée Raymond Queneau, where he achieved his Baccalauréat from 2005 to 2008. He then attended École des Mines de Saint-Étienne, earning a Master of Engineering (M.Eng.) in Computer Science, Embedded Systems, Strategy, and Management from 2010 to 2013. He also studied at Lycée Pierre Corneille, focusing on MPSI - MP from 2008 to 2010.
Skills and Competencies
Simon Lecointe possesses high organizational and interpersonal skills, which contribute to successful project deliveries in the media and entertainment industry. His strong technical background supports his role in managing technology roadmaps for various projects. He is known for embracing change and thriving in international and multi-cultural environments, enhancing his effectiveness in global operations.