Charlie Hooper-Williams

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I'm Charlie Hooper-Williams, a technology leader with a passion for shipping reliable, scalable software and building high-performing teams.

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I’m Charlie Hooper-Williams, a technology leader with a passion for shipping reliable, scalable software and building high-performing teams. I’ve led cross-functional groups from dating apps to telehealth and education, guiding product strategy, architecture, and international growth while keeping users at the center of every decision.

Rooted in iOS development and music, I enjoy blending creativity with engineering to deliver delightful user experiences. I thrive on shaping product roadmaps, mentoring engineers, and turning ambitious ideas into tangible, high-quality products.

  • 15 years' experience
  • Joined April 2026

Languages

  • EnglishFluent
  • FinnishAdvanced

Industry experience

  • Software & Internet
  • Healthcare
  • Education
  • Media & Entertainment
  • Gaming

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Work experience· 7 roles

Lead iOS Engineer · Mountain HealthJan 2022 – Dec 2024 · 3 yrs

Lead iOS engineer for a telehealth platform, protecting patient privacy and maintaining uptime for clinician–patient communication.

CTO · WingmanJan 2019 – Dec 2025 · 7 yrs

CTO and product lead for a dating startup. Built and managed a lean, cross-functional team to expand the product internationally, delivering new features and improving reliability.

Lead iOS Engineer · Homer Learning / SpeakaboosJan 2016 – Dec 2018 · 3 yrs

Led the mobile engineering team in the transition to Swift, through acquisition by another education company, and integrated successfully into their team structure.

Developer · CuddlrJan 2015 – Dec 2016 · 2 yrs
Sole Developer · Jingle+Jan 2014 – Dec 2014 · 1 yr
iOS Engineer · ShazamJan 2012 – Dec 2014 · 3 yrs
Sole Developer · SingSmashJan 2010 – Dec 2011 · 2 yrs

Education

MPhil (Distinction) · University of Cambridge2011 – 2012
MFA in Music Composition for the Screen · Columbia College Chicago2006 – 2010
Faculty, School of Music · Northwestern University (USA)2001 – 2003
Bachelor of Music, Piano Performance · Northwestern University (USA)2001

Certifications and awards· 5

Creative Business Growth Fund2022 – 2026
CreaTech 100 Ones to Watch2021 – 2026
Rising Star award, Cambridge University’s Festival of Ideas2012 – 2026
Cultural knighthood Ritari Hyvämielksi (Finland)2010 – 2026

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