Michael Bruns

Michael Bruns has extensive experience in software development and leadership roles. Michael started their career as a Software Developer at DSA Daten- und Systemtechnik GmbH in 2004 and then became a Senior Software Developer at 1&1 Internet AG in 2005. Michael worked in this role until 2011 when they transitioned to become a Senior Software Engineer at Avedas AG for a few months. From 2011 to 2014, they worked as a Software Architect at 1&1 Internet AG, where they were responsible for a portfolio of eight e-business/e-commerce products.

In 2014, Michael joined inovex GmbH as a Senior Software Developer/Architect, where they worked with various clients from different sectors and acted as a technical leader and architect for new and existing applications. Michael worked in this role until 2019. During their time at inovex GmbH, they were promoted to the position of Head of Backend Development. In this role, they led a team of around 15 employees, mentored and coached team members, engaged in (pre)sales activities, and participated in strategic planning. Michael also had a strong focus on recruitment, trying both traditional and innovative approaches.

Michael Bruns' education history includes earning a diploma in Computer Science from Aachen University of Applied Sciences - FH Aachen, which they completed between 1999 and 2004. In addition, they attended Mid Sweden University from 2002 to 2003, although no degree or specific field of study is provided for this period. More recently, in 2022 and 2023, Michael pursued a Systemischer Coach degree in Systemisches Coaching and Change Management at INeKO - Institut a. d. Universität zu Köln für die Entwicklung personaler und interpersönlicher Kompetenzen.