Seong June Kim
About Seong June Kim
Seong June Kim is a Cultural Heritage Developer and Tech Lead at Yale University, where he has worked since 2019. He has a background in computer science and economics, with extensive experience in developing systems for cultural heritage institutions.
Work at Yale University
Seong June Kim has been employed at Yale University since 2019, holding the position of Cultural Heritage, Developer & Tech Lead. In this role, he leads the development of a next-generation cross-collections discovery system for Yale libraries and museums. This initiative aims to enhance access to cultural heritage resources. Prior to his current role, he served as Lead Software Engineer in Application Development within the Information Technology Services (ITS) department from 2013 to 2019. His work at Yale includes designing and implementing an IIIF-enabled system for content delivery and discovery, specifically for the Yale Center for British Art, Yale Art Gallery, and Yale Peabody Museum of Natural History.
Education and Expertise
Seong June Kim holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Computer Science from the University of Virginia, where he studied from 1993 to 1997. He furthered his education with a Master of Science in Computer Science from DePaul University, completing his studies from 1997 to 1999. Additionally, he earned a Bachelor of Arts in Economics from Seoul National University, where he studied from 1987 to 1992. His educational background equips him with a strong foundation in both technical and analytical skills, relevant to his roles in cultural heritage and technology.
Professional Background
Seong June Kim has a diverse professional background in software development and technology. Before joining Yale University, he worked as an Interactive Developer at Kenzan Media from 2010 to 2012. He also served as a Software Engineer at Concord Consortium from 2007 to 2010 and as a Software Developer at Bloomberg, L.P. from 1999 to 2003. Earlier in his career, he was an Associate Scientist at the California Institute of Technology from 2003 to 2005. This extensive experience in various roles and organizations has contributed to his expertise in developing systems for cultural heritage.
Contributions to IIIF Standards
Seong June Kim serves on the IIIF Technical Review Committee, where he contributes to the development and review of international standards for image interoperability. His involvement in this committee highlights his commitment to advancing technology standards that facilitate the sharing and accessibility of digital cultural heritage resources. This role complements his work at Yale University, where he focuses on enhancing cross-collections content delivery and discovery.