Niki Mimikou
About Niki Mimikou
Niki Mimikou is a Database Engineer with extensive experience in database management and data platform engineering. Currently employed at Starling Bank, Mimikou has previously held various roles in organizations such as SunGard APT and FIS, and has a strong background in financial data processes.
Work at Starling Bank
Niki Mimikou has been employed at Starling Bank as a Database Engineer since 2022. In this role, Mimikou focuses on database management and optimization, contributing to the bank's data infrastructure. The position involves ensuring the reliability and performance of database systems, which is crucial for the bank's operations.
Previous Experience in Database Engineering
Prior to joining Starling Bank, Niki Mimikou worked at FIS as a Database Architect and Senior Platform Engineer from 2011 to 2021. This role spanned a decade and involved significant responsibilities in database architecture and platform engineering. Mimikou also served as a Data Platform Engineer at Future Finance for one year, from 2021 to 2022, where expertise in data management was further developed.
Career Background
Niki Mimikou has a diverse career in technology and database management. Mimikou's experience includes roles at SunGard APT, where positions ranged from Deputy Operations Manager to Product IT Manager, covering a span from 2007 to 2010. Earlier roles include working as an Application Analyst and later as an Application Development Team Leader at Dienekis Information Systems S.A. from 2000 to 2005.
Education and Expertise
Niki Mimikou holds a BSc and an MSc in Computer Science from the University of Athens, completed between 1991 and 2001. Additionally, Mimikou studied at the Macedonian Conservatory of Thessaloniki, earning a Diploma of Harmony. Mimikou possesses expertise in domain migrations and ETL processes for financial data, along with strong troubleshooting skills and a history of enhancing database performance.
Leadership and Problem-Solving Skills
Mimikou has demonstrated leadership experience, particularly in designing and implementing Business Continuity projects. A strong interest in identifying and resolving business problems has been a consistent theme throughout Mimikou's career, contributing to effective project management and operational efficiency.