Kihan Kim

It has been my passion to provide online services and satisfy the users utilizing software technology. The most exciting moment is when I get feedback from my users, saying that they love my service. This fuels my motivation best. I have 20+ years of experience as a Software Engineer, a Software Development Manager and a Gaming Business Head in Korea and Japan. Here are the 6 summaries about me and my experiences: 1) The first computer I met was an MSX pc when I was 8 years old. I was immediately into it and spent a lot of days programming with the BASIC and z80 assembler. Finding the text and graphic on the screen as I programmed was really amazing and like magic. This experience led me to major in computer engineering at university and become a software engineer. 2) I was fortunate to meet very talented students at my university, who later contributed to pioneering the software industry of Korea. I was greatly inspired and learnt a lot about advanced software technologies and the latest trend of the IT industry. Since then, I could become a software engineer, not just a programmer. 3) I have a vast experience in software developments such as embedded software, web services, online game servers and mobile apps. It has given me a extensive insight into the industry. 4) I happened to move to Japan in 2006 and worked as a manager of software development. I was given an opportunity to build and manage development teams with 40 members. I experienced and learnt how to lead teams, communicate with other departments and reconcile conflicts. 5) I have had an opportunity to become a head of mobile game business since 2015. I built a new organization with 100 members and was responsible for the whole business including building strategies, marketing, managing content and analyzing users. I achieved 8 times growth in sales for 5 years and contributed to shifting our business from PC to mobile games. 6) Through my long career in Korea and Japan, I have a deep understanding in business, culture and people of both countries. I am excited to work in a multicultural environment.