Peter Van Onselen
About Peter Van Onselen
Peter Van Onselen is a Staff Engineer currently working at The Economist, with a background in software engineering and a focus on cloud infrastructure and financial systems. He has previously held positions at Cazoo and Oracle, and holds a Master's degree in Information Technology from the University of Johannesburg.
Current Role at The Economist
Peter Van Onselen is currently employed as a Staff Engineer at The Economist, a position he has held since 2023. His role is based in London, England, and operates in a remote capacity. In this position, he applies his extensive knowledge in software engineering to contribute to various projects and initiatives within the organization.
Previous Experience at Cazoo
Prior to his current role, Peter Van Onselen worked at Cazoo from 2019 to 2022. He served as a Software Engineer for two years before advancing to Senior Software Engineer for one year. In 2023, he returned to Cazoo as a Staff Engineer for eight months. His work at Cazoo was conducted in London, England, with a hybrid work model.
Professional Background at Oracle
Before his tenure at Cazoo, Peter Van Onselen worked at Oracle as a Principal Member of Technical Staff from 2014 to 2019. During his five years at Oracle, he was based in Cape Town, South Africa, where he focused on software development and engineering practices.
Educational Qualifications
Peter Van Onselen holds a Masters of Information Technology, specializing in Artificial Intelligence, which he earned from the University of Johannesburg in 2010. He also completed a BSc Honours in Information Technology in 2008 and a BSc in Information Technology from the same institution, which he obtained between 2005 and 2007.
Technical Skills and Expertise
Peter Van Onselen has developed a diverse skill set throughout his career, working across various domains such as Cloud Infrastructure, Financial Systems, and Web Applications. He is proficient in multiple programming languages and technologies, including C#, Java, Python, Windows, and Linux. He is also an advocate for software craftsmanship, emphasizing test-driven development and agile software delivery techniques.