Pasi Säkkinen
About Pasi Säkkinen
Pasi Säkkinen is an Engineering Lead at Varjo, where he has worked since 2023. He has a diverse background in software engineering, including roles at Sasken Finland Oy and Elisa, and has significant experience in full stack and cloud development.
Work at Varjo
Pasi Säkkinen currently serves as the Engineering Lead at Varjo, a position he has held since 2023. In this role, he focuses on leading engineering initiatives and contributing to the development of advanced virtual and augmented reality technologies. Prior to this position, he worked at Varjo as a Full Stack Developer from 2021 to 2023, where he gained experience in both front-end and back-end development.
Education and Expertise
Pasi Säkkinen studied at Tampere University of Technology, where he earned a Master of Science (MSc) in Information Technology from 2000 to 2006. His education laid a strong foundation for his extensive career in software development. He has developed expertise in full stack and cloud development, with a focus on creating native software for major mobile platforms, including Symbian, MeeGo, Windows Phone, Android, and iOS.
Background in Software Development
Pasi Säkkinen began his career in software development during the peak of Nokia's influence in the mobile industry. He has held various positions at Sasken Finland Oy, starting as a Software Test Engineer in 2006 and progressing to roles such as Software Engineer, Senior Software Engineer, and Lead Software Engineer until 2018. He also worked as a Software Architect at Elisa Appelsiini and later at Elisa from 2018 to 2021.
Game Development Project
In early 2013, Pasi Säkkinen published a personal game project, which showcased his skills in game development. This project reflects his ability to apply his technical knowledge in a creative context, further demonstrating his versatility as a software engineer.
Professional Experience Overview
Pasi Säkkinen has accumulated significant professional experience over the years. His roles have included various engineering positions at notable companies, including Nokia Siemens Networks as a Trainee in 2005, and multiple positions at Sasken Finland Oy, where he worked for over a decade. His diverse experience has equipped him with a broad skill set in software engineering and architecture.