Ben Krocké
benkrocke@gmail.com linkedin.com/in/ben-krocke github.com/benkrocke
Experience
Energy Bay - Diamond Energy
Lead Software Developer
Jul. 2024 - Current
Burnley, AUS
  • Australian energy retailer offering sustainable, renewable electricity to homes and businesses
  • Led the end-to-end development of two customer portals, handling implementation, design, and deployment
  • Architected and deployed cloud infrastructure using Azure virtual networks, IPSec tunnels, app services, and continuous deployment pipelines
  • Enhanced security across applications by implementing Auth0 & FusionAuth user authentication systems
iO Digital
Software Developer
Aug. 2021 - Dec. 2022
's-Hertogenbosch, NL
  • End-to-end digital agency and team of experts specializing in communication and digital transformation
  • Built and maintained .NET, React, and Sitecore components for the Dutch energy regulator Enexis website
  • Utilized Sitecore PowerShell Extensions to automate processes and generate custom reports, reducing manual editor operations
Fullcircle / Adabt
Software Engineer
May 2019 - Jul. 2021
Eindhoven, NL
  • Software startup that pivoted to B2B integrations for transport and logistics
  • Implemented data integrations between transport companies and their API protocols using TypeScript and Google Cloud Functions, significantly improving company scalability by reducing integration costs
  • Developed a Laravel/Vue website connecting to the "HappyBot" product, enabling individuals on the autism spectrum to more easily identify (and log) their emotions
Dotcombusiness
Freelance Software Engineer
Dec. 2016 - Dec. 2022
Oss, NL
  • IT automation services for small and medium-sized enterprises
  • Implemented a .NET service ticket dashboard to monitor incoming service calls and track deadlines, improving service desk efficiency
  • Created SAP integration with a Laravel website enabling customers to track service tickets, reducing help desk calls and inquiries
Amacom
Part-time Software Developer
Jun. 2018 - Jan. 2019
's-Hertogenbosch, NL
  • Leading supplier of consumer electronics and small domestic appliances in the Benelux region
  • Contributed to the Amacom 'Quecom' order and information system by modernizing modules from Zend 1 to Symfony framework
SBS
Graphic Designer
Aug. 2014 - May 2018
Amsterdam, NL
  • Dutch free-to-cable commercial television channel
  • Developed, designed, and executed daily post-production activities for Dutch news broadcasts 'Hart van Nederland' and 'Shownieuws', collaborating with editors and directors under strict deadlines
  • Created infographics, animations, and graphics for broadcast content
Projects
React Tower Defense
Interactive browser-based tower defense game built with React, featuring real-time gameplay mechanics, wave-based enemy spawning, and responsive UI design
HTTP Web Server in C
HTTP web server implemented from scratch in C using UNIX sockets
CHIP-8 Emulator
Complete CHIP-8 CPU emulator written in Rust with test-driven development approach, featuring cycle-accurate instruction execution and graphics rendering
Prism 3D Game Engine
Cross-platform 3D tower defense game engine built with C++, SDL2, and OpenGL, featuring custom rendering pipeline, physics simulation, and asset management system
Skills
Frontend:
React, TypeScript, HTML/CSS
Cloud:
Azure, AWS, Google Cloud
Backend:
ASP.NET, Flask, Laravel, Node.js
Tools:
Sitecore, Git, Figma, Adobe, Office
Education
Bachelor of ICT
Avans Hogeschool, 's-Hertogenbosch, NL
Jul. 2020
MBO Graphic Design
Koning Willem 1 College, 's-Hertogenbosch, NL
Jul. 2015