Haakon Thor Brunstad
About Haakon Thor Brunstad
Haakon Thor Brunstad is a software developer with a background in finance and extensive experience in software engineering. He has worked for various organizations, including Squarepoint Capital and DNB Markets, and holds a BSc (Hons) in Computer Science from the University of St Andrews.
Current Role at Squarepoint Capital
Haakon Thor Brunstad currently works as a Software Developer at Squarepoint Capital, a position he has held since 2022. His role involves developing software solutions that contribute to the firm's operations in the finance industry. Brunstad's experience in this fast-paced environment allows him to leverage his skills in software engineering to create impactful applications.
Previous Experience at DNB Markets
Brunstad has worked at DNB Markets in various capacities. He served as a Summer Analyst in the Fixed Income, Currencies, and Commodities (FICC) division for three months in both 2016 and 2017. Additionally, he worked as a Software Engineer at DNB Markets from 2017 to 2018 for 11 months. His tenure at DNB Markets provided him with valuable insights into the finance sector.
Education and Academic Background
Brunstad studied at the University of St Andrews, where he earned a Bachelor of Science with Honours in Computer Science from 2014 to 2018. His educational background also includes attending Spjelkavik Upper Secondary School, where he completed his general studies focusing on languages, social science, and economics from 2010 to 2013.
Experience in Software Engineering
Brunstad has significant experience in software engineering, having worked at irithmics from 2018 to 2022. He held the position of Software Engineer for three years in Bath and then in London. His work involved developing software solutions tailored to client needs, enhancing his technical skills and industry knowledge.
Early Career and Community Engagement
Before his career in software development, Brunstad worked as a Care Worker for Ålesund kommune in 2015 for three months. He also served in the Norwegian Armed Forces from 2013 to 2014. Additionally, he was a member of the board at Brunstad AS from 2015 to 2017, where he contributed to organizational decisions.