Markus Kousa
About Markus Kousa
Markus Kousa is a Cloud Engineer currently employed at Solita in Helsinki, Finland. He has a diverse background in IT, with experience in various roles including solution specialist, technical account manager, and software designer, complemented by a strong educational foundation in computer science.
Work at Solita
Markus Kousa has been employed at Solita as a Cloud Engineer since 2023. His role involves leveraging cloud technologies to develop and implement solutions that meet client needs. Kousa's experience in scripting and programming enhances his capabilities in this position, allowing him to effectively manage cloud infrastructures.
Previous Experience
Before joining Solita, Markus Kousa held various positions in the technology sector. He worked at Keusote | Keski-Uudenmaan sote -kuntayhtymä as a Solution Specialist for 7 months in 2022. His earlier roles include Tier 1 Support Engineer and Tier 2 Backend Operations Support Specialist at First Hop from 2006 to 2007, and Technical Account Manager at Enreach from 2016 to 2018. Kousa also served as a Senior Consultant at Aito Technologies and as a Solution Consultant at Efecte Plc.
Education and Expertise
Markus Kousa holds a Master of Science in Computer Science from Aalto University, where he studied from 2002 to 2017. He also earned a Bachelor of Science in Telecommunication Technology from Lahti University of Applied Sciences between 1996 and 2000. His educational background supports his expertise in cloud engineering, scripting, and programming in languages such as Python, Java, and C++.
Technical Skills
Kousa possesses a range of technical skills relevant to his role as a Cloud Engineer. He is proficient in Unix/Linux and database administration, specifically with MySQL and Oracle. Additionally, he has experience using project management and data analysis tools such as Confluence, Jira, Salesforce, and Qlik (QlikView). His interest in emerging technologies like Internet of Things (IoT), Artificial Intelligence (AI), and Machine Learning (ML) further complements his skill set.
Personal Interests
Outside of his professional career, Markus Kousa enjoys physical activities such as renovating his summer cottage and woodworking. These hobbies reflect his hands-on approach and interest in practical work. He also values continuous learning, particularly in Python and public cloud infrastructures, indicating his commitment to personal and professional development.