Our team
You can reach our personnel via e-mail. E-mail addresses follow the format firstname.lastname@nolwenture.com

Rob ConnellCEO+358 505 851 302LinkedInShow bio
After a successful corporate career in international product marketing, I moved to Finland and focussed on helping SMEs with their internationalization. At Nolwenture, I focus on keeping our clients totally satisfied and bringing in new exciting projects for the team. Outside of spending precious time with my young family, I chair a video games studio and advise an NGO mitigating climate change.
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Janne RonkainenHead of R&DLinkedInShow bio
My career covers mobile device and web application development as a test engineer, developer, tech specialist, and QA manager. My expertise areas are test automation (selenium, Robot Framework), testing (including processes), and security testing of web applications (CSTA and CSTP certificates). I spend my free time in nature hunting and fishing when I’m not renovating!
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Meri SyyslehtoHR Specialist+358 50 339 9104 (calls only)LinkedInShow bio
I have a master's degree in English Language and Culture and years of administrative and coordinative work experience. At Nolwenture, my main field is human resources and administration. I dedicate my free time to doing stuff with my family, playing MMOs, making edits, writing music and poetry, and obsessing over dinosaurs.
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Mika KytöjokiSoftware ArchitectLinkedInShow bio
I am a senior full stack developer with 25+ years experience. At Nolwenture, I act as an architectural-level designer. I have a background working in the construction industry applications, web payments, mobile games and 3d modelling. I spend my free time with movies, gaming, jogging, and hiking.
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Rammohan BalasubramanianSoftware ArchitectLinkedInShow bio
As an experienced software engineer, my projects have ranged from tiny microcontrollers, and carrier-grade routers, to full-stack web & mobile applications. At Nolwenture, I have worked on developing mobile and web applications for real estate, education, retail marketing, CRMs, etc. I am a tech-enthusiast even when off work and engage in indoor games both digital and otherwise to unwind.
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Matti NuutinenUX ArchitectLinkedInShow bio
I am a senior full stack developer with a long background in UX design and front-end development. At Nolwenture I am handling architecture planning, UX planning and full-stack development with specialism in cloud based solutions and geo services. Most of my free-time goes to my two sons and mountain biking.
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Pasi SaukkonenSoftware Architect+358 50 471 3211 (IT)LinkedInShow bio
In my long career in software development, I have covered projects in health care, logistic, government, and others. The technologies I most use are Java, Angular(JS), React, Javascript and Node, different databases, web, and application servers. I enjoy personal projects with the Arduino platform and build CNC-machines. I like to workout, including running to keep myself fit.
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Miika PakarinenSoftware ArchitectLinkedInShow bio
Throughout my 8+ years in the software industry, I've grown to be a software generalist. I've embarked on a journey, taking on diverse roles across a wide range of projects. From mobile development in cross-platform, native, and Unity experiences, to honing my skills as a full stack specialist in React and Node. As a lead developer and agile coach, I've successfully guided teams, fostering collaboration and delivering great products. Currently, my focus is on DevOps and CloudOps in writing CI/CD pipelines and managing cloud infrastructure.
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Santeri HonkanenDevOps ArchitectShow bio
My journey in the software engineering world has taken me from startup video game development through to a full stacker role to my current DevOps role.
Although I've also worked with on premises setups, my personal preference is leaning heavily towards modern IaC solutions and cloud based solutions.
The Industries I've worked within to develop state of the art solutions include healthcare, real estate, car sales and education, just to mention a few. In my free time I love to do nature photography and submission grappling.
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Dave NöjdSoftware ArchitectLinkedInShow bio
I am a software engineer with a background in insurance tech and mathematics. At Nolwenture, I work on a range of projects, from embedded IoT devices to scalable web services. In my free time, I am a travel/landscape photo/videographer, and an avid creator of robots.
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Leena HirvonenSenior Software EngineerLinkedInShow bio
I have a Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, majoring in game and software development, and a background in music education. I work at Nolwenture as a software developer and utilise my skills in pedagogy, music and sound when needed. In my free time I like to sing and play music with friends and family or go for a jog.
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Hasan SammourSenior Software EngineerLinkedInShow bio
Computer Science graduate with experience in full-stack development, having completed an internship in Finland in 2019 with a client of Nolwenture's and more recently worked with a global consultancy firm in Jordan before returning to Finland to work for Nolwenture. My development solutions consist of React, Node, and JavaScript. I'm enthusiastic about reading, eSports gaming, learning musical instruments, as well as exploring new sports, and being creative.
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Jesse TulilahtiSenior ML EngineerLinkedInShow bio
I'm a constant learner and I like to look at things from different aspects. Previously I've been working a lot between development work and customers. In my free time, I like to run and tinker with electronics (usually not at the same time).
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Anni MönttinenSoftware EngineerLinkedInShow bio
I graduated from the University of Eastern Finland in 2019 with English Language and Translation as my major but I soon realized that IT is the field for me. Nowadays, I work as a software engineer at Nolwenture, and have worked on projects ranging from educational technology to insurance software. In my spare time, I like to read, write, and do all sorts of creative things.
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Kirsi KauppinenSoftware EngineerLinkedInShow bio
I used to work as a veterinary nurse before switching to software development, enabled through re-training to study web development and a 6 month successful internship at Nolwenture. 4 years later I am still fascinated by software testing and test automation, but I also am interested in full stack web development. In my free time I love to read and play with my pets.
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Niko LintunenSoftware EngineerLinkedInShow bio
Being around computers for most of my life naturally got me interested in technology and eventually in programming. I want to improve my knowledge and skills in software development in general, but currently focusing on web development. I spend my free time fishing and enjoying nature, gaming, and occasionally drawing.
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Antti SchroderusUX EngineerLinkedInShow bio
I have been working professionally in graphic and web design since 2008 in several companies as well as an entrepreneur. My strengths and interests lie mainly in UI/UX design and front end development. In my spare time I play and listen to music, read, draw, ride my bike and play badminton and dabble with culinary endeavours.
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Nona NäsänenJunior Software EngineerLinkedInShow bio
I work as a software engineer at Nolwenture, coming from a Music and Media Management background. I hold a Bachelor of Culture and Arts and discovered my curiosity and aptitude for software development during my transition into IT. I’ve contributed to projects ranging from a construction cross-platform app, to a health-monitoring app, library systems, and most recently, insurance software. In my spare time, I perform in musicals, read, and spend time outdoors with my family and our dog.
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Samuli VäyrynenJunior Software EngineerLinkedInShow bio
I've been interested in programming for a long time and my excitement just grew after I finished Code Academy - Diploma of Higher Education. I'm more familiar with the frontend but I also want to develop my skills in the backend side. In my free time, I do a lot of sports and sim-racing.
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Badi MooreJunior Software EngineerLinkedInShow bio
I was originally drawn to programming back at the turn of the century but ended up studying machining instead. However, I have now finally returned to the love of my youth. I worked as a trainee at Nolwenture during my software development studies at Riveria and stayed onboard after graduation as a junior software engineer. In my free time, I enjoy reading and computer gaming.
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Niko HuuskonenJunior Software EngineerLinkedInShow bio
Ever since I was a child, I have been interested in computers, hopping into the realms of Linux and programming at the age of 12. Here at Nolwenture, I work as a software engineer, utilizing my skills and working to improve them further. During my free time, I enjoy tinkering with electronics, operating a ham radio, as well as working on project cars.
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Hanna KorniienkoJunior Software EngineerLinkedInShow bio
My analytical mindset, combined with an interest in technology and problem-solving, led me to programming. Although I previously worked in the financial sector, my curiosity about IT was always present, and now I'm fully immersed in the field. After completing an internship, I continued working in Nolwenture, consistently strengthening my software development skills. I'm also interested in testing and web design. In my free time, I enjoy ice swimming, yoga, and knitting.
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