Lester Kim

Lester Kim is an accomplished engineer with extensive experience in software development and data engineering across various industries. Currently serving as the Head of Engineering at Balcony Technology Group, Lester leads product development to meet business and user needs, manages engineering teams, and has architected sophisticated technology solutions using smart contracts and data ingestion pipelines. Previously, Lester held positions at Magic Eden, Kraken Digital Asset Exchange, and several other companies, where contributions included enhancing API performance, developing automated trading services, and optimizing data architectures. With a strong educational background, including a Bachelor's degree in Physics from Harvard University and a Master's degree in Actuarial Science from Columbia University, Lester has effectively combined technical expertise with leadership and project management skills throughout a diverse career.