Kornél Zoltán Kotán
About Kornél Zoltán Kotán
Kornél Zoltán Kotán is a Cloud Solutions Architect currently working at SonarSource in Geneva, Switzerland, where he has implemented security best practices and streamlined deployment processes. His career includes roles at various companies, such as K&H Csoport, SmartWave S.A., and Morgan Stanley, alongside academic achievements in Computer Engineering.
Work at SonarSource
Kornél Zoltán Kotán has been employed at SonarSource as a Cloud Solutions Architect since 2021. In this role, he has contributed to several key initiatives aimed at enhancing the company's cloud infrastructure. He spearheaded the rollout of security best practices for API and content distribution, which resulted in a significant reduction in AWS costs. Additionally, he has defined internal technical guidelines that cover CICD practices, repository strategy, and API routing. His work also includes implementing Infrastructure as Code using AWS CDK and Python to streamline deployment processes.
Previous Experience
Before joining SonarSource, Kornél Zoltán Kotán held various positions in the tech industry. He worked as a Solution Architect at K&H Csoport for seven months in 2020. He also served as a DevOps & Cloud Consultant at SmartWave S.A. for eight months. His earlier experience includes roles as a Software Developer at Morgan Stanley and a Full Stack Developer at Stuff in New Zealand. He has also interned at iData Kft. and Groupe Luc DURAND, gaining valuable experience in software development.
Education and Expertise
Kornél Zoltán Kotán holds a Bachelor's Degree in Computer Engineering from Budapest University of Technology and Economics, which he completed from 2010 to 2014. He furthered his education with a Bachelor of Science in Computer Engineering from Groupe Esaip in 2013. He also earned a Master’s Degree in Computer Software Engineering from the University of Strathclyde in 2016. His educational background provides a strong foundation for his expertise in cloud solutions and software development.
Achievements in Cloud Solutions
At SonarSource, Kornél Zoltán Kotán has made significant contributions to cloud solutions. He devised a comprehensive global routing and content delivery strategy to optimize performance and scalability for SonarCloud. He also created numerous shared reusable components and templates, which expedited delivery timelines for SonarCloud and the company's distribution channels. His work in defining technical guidelines and implementing Infrastructure as Code has further enhanced the operational efficiency of the organization.