Summary
Sébastien Bocq is a results-driven software development and site reliability manager with 13+ years of experience building and operating scalable backend systems from architecture to production. Based in Brussels, he combines hands-on expertise in functional and concurrent programming (Lisp/Clojure, Scala, Java) with deep systems knowledge (Linux, MySQL, performance troubleshooting) to keep SaaS platforms resilient and performant. He leads and coaches cross-functional teams, coordinates vendors and SREs, and translates high-level product goals into pragmatic, cost-effective delivery plans. Former research engineer with an OOPSLA publication, he brings a rare mix of academic rigor and production-hardened operational practice. Known for jumping into code and reviews when needed, he focuses on clear communication and enabling teams with the tooling and monitoring they need to move fast without sacrificing availability.
13 years of coding experience
13 years of employment as a software developer
Master's degree Computer Science, Master's degree Computer Science at University of Liège
French, English