Simen Fivelstad Smaaberg
About Simen Fivelstad Smaaberg
Simen Fivelstad Smaaberg is a Software Engineer with a Master's Degree in Computer Science from NTNU and a Study Abroad Diploma from QUT. He has held positions at SKIO Music and Visma Consulting, and currently works at FreshWorks Studio, utilizing a diverse tech stack and contributing to significant user growth.
Work at FreshWorks Studio
Simen Fivelstad Smaaberg has been employed at FreshWorks Studio as a Software Engineer since 2020. In this role, he contributes to the development of new functionalities and services. He utilizes a diverse tech stack that includes Python with Django, Java with Spring Boot, and AngularJS. His work focuses on enhancing the platform's capabilities and improving user experience.
Education and Expertise
Simen studied Computer Science at the Norwegian University of Science and Technology (NTNU), where he earned a Master's Degree from 2009 to 2014. He also studied at Queensland University of Technology (QUT) from 2012 to 2013, achieving a Study Abroad Diploma. His expertise includes setting up, maintaining, and automating services on AWS, as well as proficiency in various programming languages and frameworks.
Previous Experience at SKIO Music
Before joining FreshWorks Studio, Simen worked as a Senior Software Engineer at SKIO Music from 2015 to 2020 in Victoria, British Columbia, Canada. During his tenure, he implemented a paid subscription service that provided users with monthly on-platform credits. His contributions were significant in enhancing the platform's functionality and user engagement.
Previous Experience at Visma Consulting
Simen served as a Software Developer at Visma Consulting from 2014 to 2015 in the Oslo Area, Norway. His role involved developing software solutions that met client needs. This position helped him gain valuable experience in software development and project management.
Teaching Experience at NTNU
Simen held multiple positions at NTNU, where he contributed to the academic community. He worked as a Student Assistant in Object Oriented Programming from 2011 to 2012 and as a Teaching Assistant for Algorithms and Data Structures in 2013. These roles allowed him to support students and enhance his own understanding of complex programming concepts.