Simon Claeßens

Senior Project Lead

Simon Claeßens

Senior Project Lead specializing in the modernization and stabilization of complex legacy software systems.

Cologne

Education

M.Sc. Computer Science

Technical University of Dortmund

Expert in the modernization and stabilization of legacy software systems within the insurance, finance, and medical sectors. As a Project Lead based in Cologne, he focuses on understanding deep domain requirements to deliver tailor-made software solutions. He has successfully led large-scale technical migrations and the development of new components for mission-critical applications.

Building on his extensive experience, Simon has managed significant projects including the renewal of a COBOL-based system with 4 million lines of code into a modern Java application. Since 2024, he has served as a Lead Engineer and Project Lead, overseeing complex lifecycles from initial requirements engineering to final production deployment. His technical expertise spans a wide range of technologies, including Java, Spring, and various database systems like Oracle and DB2, ensuring robust and scalable results for every client.