Niki Mimikou
About Niki Mimikou
Niki Mimikou is a Database Engineer with extensive experience in database architecture and management, having worked for various companies in Greece and the United Kingdom. Mimikou has a strong background in domain migrations, ETL processes, and business continuity projects.
Current Role at Starling Bank
Niki Mimikou has been employed as a Database Engineer at Starling Bank since 2022. In this role, Mimikou applies expertise in database management and engineering to support the bank's data infrastructure. The position involves optimizing database performance and ensuring data integrity, which are critical for the bank's operations.
Previous Experience in Database Engineering
Prior to joining Starling Bank, Niki Mimikou worked at Future Finance as a Data Platform Engineer from 2021 to 2022. Mimikou also spent a decade at FIS, serving as a Database Architect and Senior Platform Engineer from 2011 to 2021. This extensive experience in database roles has contributed to Mimikou's strong troubleshooting skills and proficiency in enhancing database performance.
Career Background in Telecommunications and Software Development
Niki Mimikou's career began at COSMOTE Mobile Telecommunications S.A. as a Software Engineer from 1999 to 2000. Mimikou then transitioned to Dienekis Information Systems S.A., where roles included Application Analyst and Application Development Team Leader from 2000 to 2005. Mimikou also held positions at SunGard APT, including Team Leader and Project Manager from 2005 to 2007, and later as Product IT Manager and Deputy Operations Manager until 2010.
Educational Qualifications
Niki Mimikou holds a Master of Science in Computer Science from the University of Athens, completed from 1997 to 2001. Mimikou also earned a Bachelor of Science in Computer Science from the same institution, studying from 1991 to 1996. Additionally, Mimikou studied Physics at the University of Ioannina for one year in 1990 and pursued music studies at the Macedonian Conservatory of Thessaloniki, achieving a Diploma of Harmony.
Expertise in Data Management and Business Continuity
Mimikou possesses expertise in domain migrations and ETL processes specifically for financial data. This skill set is complemented by leadership experience in designing and implementing Business Continuity projects. Mimikou has a strong interest in identifying and resolving business problems, which enhances the effectiveness of data management strategies.