Simon Ko
About Simon Ko
Simon Ko is a Senior Engineer Mainframe at Sopra Banking Software, where he has worked since 2017. He provides technical guidance to developers and has experience in mainframe development, technical documentation, and software implementation.
Work at Sopra Banking Software
Simon Ko has been employed at Sopra Banking Software as a Senior Engineer Mainframe since 2017. In this role, he focuses on developing interactive and batch COBOL modules, utilizing JCL and SQL for implementation. He provides both technical and functional guidance to developers, ranging from interns to experienced professionals, ensuring the successful execution of projects. His responsibilities also include writing technical documentation related to mainframe development projects and addressing software anomalies.
Previous Experience at Cerema, SNCF Réseau, and University of Wales
Prior to his current position, Simon Ko gained experience through internships at various organizations. He worked at Cerema as a stagiaire for two months in 2014, where he began to develop his technical skills. In 2015, he completed a five-month internship at SNCF Réseau in Saint-Denis, France. Additionally, he served as a stagiaire at the University of Wales, Cardiff, from 2016 to 2017 for three months, further enhancing his practical experience in the field.
Education and Expertise
Simon Ko studied at Polytech'Paris-UPMC, where he pursued a degree in Sciences de la Terre, achieving the title of Ingénieur from 2010 to 2015. He also studied Géologie / sciences de la Terre at the same institution, obtaining a Diplôme d'ingénieur from 2009 to 2016. His educational background has equipped him with a solid foundation in engineering principles, which he applies in his current role in mainframe development.
Technical Contributions and Projects
In his role at Sopra Banking Software, Simon Ko participated in the implementation of a credit management software solution for a major French bank. This project focused on amortizable loans and state-guaranteed loans for professionals and businesses. His contributions included analyzing and resolving software anomalies, ensuring the functionality and reliability of the software solutions provided.