Simon Kenyon Shepard
About Simon Kenyon Shepard
Simon Kenyon Shepard is a Delivery Lead at Equal Experts in Berlin, where he has worked since 2018. He has a diverse background in technology and management, having held various roles at companies such as Nokia, GetYourGuide, and Razorfish.
Work at Equal Experts
Simon Kenyon Shepard has been serving as a Delivery Lead at Equal Experts since 2018. In this role, he focuses on overseeing project delivery and ensuring that teams meet their objectives effectively. His experience at Equal Experts spans six years, during which he has contributed to various projects in Berlin, enhancing the company's delivery capabilities.
Previous Experience at Nokia
Simon Kenyon Shepard held multiple positions at Nokia. He worked as the Head of Places Front-End Development for nine months in 2010, where he was responsible for leading front-end initiatives. Following this, he served as Delivery Manager for maps.nokia.com from 2011 to 2013 for two years, overseeing the delivery of mapping solutions and ensuring alignment with project goals.
Engineering Leadership at GetYourGuide
From 2017 to 2018, Simon Kenyon Shepard was the Director of Engineering at GetYourGuide in the Berlin Area. In this role, he led engineering teams and contributed to the development of the company's platform, focusing on enhancing user experience and operational efficiency.
Educational Background
Simon Kenyon Shepard studied at Canterbury College, where he gained foundational knowledge that contributed to his career in technology and software engineering. He also attended Simon Langton Grammar School from 1995 to 2002, which provided him with a strong academic background.
Technical Expertise and Philosophy
Simon Kenyon Shepard possesses significant technical expertise in JavaScript, particularly in creating interactive and dynamic user interfaces. He advocates for Agile and Lean methodologies, applying these principles to address both technical and cultural challenges within organizations. He emphasizes continuous self-motivated lifelong learning and teaching as integral to his professional development.