Niels Mokkenstorm

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I am a versatile Software Engineer with 15 years of experience in software engineering, team leadership, and technical consulting.

About

I am a versatile Software Engineer with 15 years of experience in software engineering, team leadership, and technical consulting. Throughout my career, I’ve thrived at the intersection of technology and people, embracing diverse roles that showcase my adaptability and passion for problem-solving and knowledge sharing.

I’ve contributed as a full-stack engineer delivering impactful web, app, and data features; collaborated with clients as a solution architect, devising tailored strategies to address complex challenges; and served as a consultant and technical product owner, balancing stakeholder priorities and guiding roadmaps to successful outcomes. On a personal level I am driven by a passion for building innovative solutions and empowering others through knowledge sharing. My enthusiasm for tackling challenges and fostering collaboration fuels my energy and dedication to delivering exceptional results.

  • 10 years' experience
  • Joined August 2025

Languages

  • DutchFluent
  • EnglishAdvanced
  • JapaneseBeginner
  • Spanish; CastilianBeginner

Industry experience

  • Software & Internet
  • Retail
  • Professional Services

Work experience· 16 roles

Consultant · VariasOct 2024 – Aug 2025 · 11 mos

Provided consultancy services following a tenure as co-founder and CTO. Continued to drive technical excellence and alignment with business goals.

Consultant · VariasOct 2024 – Aug 2025 · 11 mos

Provided consultancy services focusing on technical excellence and aligning engineering efforts with business goals following my tenure as CTO. Key responsibilities included balancing stakeholder needs and delivering customized solutions.

Software Engineer · HEMA BVFeb 2024 – Present · 2 yrs 10 mos

Part of the Core Services team, helped deliver API integrations and highly available distributed messaging services to support various infrastructure, logistics, and customer facing processes within the retail space. Also provided data and analytics for the web and app teams.

Software Engineer · HEMA BVFeb 2024 – Present · 2 yrs 10 mos
Co-founder & Chief Technology Officer · VariasSep 2023 – Aug 2025 · 2 yrs
Co-founder & Chief Technology Officer · VariasSep 2023 – Aug 2025 · 2 yrs
Lead Full Stack Software Engineer · Fortel MediaFeb 2019 – Aug 2025 · 6 yrs 7 mos
Freelance Software Engineer & Consultant · Mokkenstorm TechnologyFeb 2019 – Present · 7 yrs 10 mos

Education

Foundational coursework in Computer Science & Engineering · TU Delft2014 – 2025
Coursework in Computer Science & Engineering · TU Delft2014

Certifications and awards· 6

Shopify Partner2023 – 2025
Certified Laravel Developer2020 – 2025
Artic Code Vault Contributor2020 – 2025
Shopify Partner2023 – 2025

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