Jarmo Hiipakka
About Jarmo Hiipakka
Jarmo Hiipakka is a Senior Engineering Team Lead with extensive experience in software development and engineering, currently serving as a Technology Advisor at Curious Talent since 2024. He has held various significant roles at companies such as Yousician, Nokia, and Microsoft, demonstrating strong leadership and technical skills in audio software and real-time systems.
Current Role at Curious Talent
Jarmo Hiipakka serves as a Technology Advisor at Curious Talent, a position he has held since 2024. In this role, he provides strategic guidance and technical expertise to enhance the company's technological initiatives. His experience and knowledge contribute to the development of innovative solutions within the organization.
Work at Yousician
Jarmo Hiipakka has been with Yousician since 2021, currently holding the position of Senior Engineering Team Lead. His tenure at Yousician follows his previous role as Core Application Lead from 2018 to 2020. In these roles, he has demonstrated strong leadership and collaborative skills, effectively guiding teams to deliver high-quality software solutions.
Previous Experience at Nokia
Jarmo Hiipakka worked at Nokia Technologies as a Principal Architect in Audio Software from 2016 to 2018. Prior to this, he held various positions at Nokia, including Senior SW Architect from 2008 to 2014 and (Senior) Research Engineer from 2000 to 2008. His extensive experience at Nokia has provided him with a solid foundation in software architecture and development.
Background in Microsoft
Hiipakka's experience at Microsoft includes roles as Senior Architect in Audio Software and Natural User Interaction Software from 2014 to 2015. He also served as Senior SW Development Lead from 2015 to 2016. His work at Microsoft focused on advancing audio software technologies and enhancing user interaction capabilities.
Education and Expertise
Jarmo Hiipakka earned his MSc (Tech) from Teknillinen korkeakoulu-Tekniska högskolan, completing his studies from 1992 to 1999. His educational background, combined with practical experience in real-time systems and sensor software, underpins his expertise in audio signal processing and software development.