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Ilmo Koo

Husband & Software Developer

About Me

With a passion for bridging business needs with technology, I specialize in software development and requirements consulting. As the founder of Kooslab, I help businesses turn ideas into clear, actionable software requirements, ensuring efficient development and successful digital transformation.

With extensive experience in software architecture, product strategy, and technical consulting, I work with startups and enterprises to minimize risks, optimize workflows, and accelerate execution. Berlin's vibrant tech ecosystem is the perfect place to expand my consulting practice and serve international clients.

Kooslab: Custom Digital Solutions

Empowering small teams to make big leaps through precision-built software solutions and automation.

SaaS Products

eQuestRequirements Management (AI-assisted)Quotation Tool

Proven Results

  • • 80% reduction in documentation time
  • • 40% revenue increase for clients
  • • 9+ custom solutions delivered
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Specialties

Software Requirements EngineeringProduct StrategyDigital TransformationSystem ArchitectureProcess OptimizationBusiness-Tech Alignment

Experience

Founder & CEO / Requirements Expert

Kooslab · 2023 - Present

Software requirements consulting for SMEs. Helping businesses build the right software by defining clear requirements, bridging the gap between business needs and development teams, and delivering streamlined, scalable solutions.

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Chief Product Officer → R&D Group Lead

Code States · 2018 - 2023 (5+ years)

Led B2C and B2B educational business growth, scaling revenue to $27M+ with $7M+ in operating profit (2022). Hired and managed a team of 200+, driving product innovation, curriculum development, and business optimization. Strengthened the company's position as a leader in tech education.

Backend Software Developer

Jober · 2017 - 2018

Developed HR SaaS platform and recurring payment management system.

Technical Sales Engineer & Business Development

Vector Korea IT Inc. · 2014 - 2017 (3 years)

Automotive embedded software sales and business development.

CEO & Founder

moduTable · 2015 - 2016

Founded a meal-sharing service for travelers — a food Airbnb experience. Bootstrapped and led 0-to-1 product-market fit, hosting guests from 20+ countries and connecting travelers with locals over shared dinners.

Flight Control System Engineer

Korean Air · 2013 - 2014

Designed interface control signals for Flight Control Computer (RS-422, RS-232, CAN, MIL-1553B).

Hardware Engineer

Rotork Korea · 2010 - 2013 (3 years)

Control engineer — H/W design, electronic parts development, Foundation Fieldbus implementation, and ATEX EU explosive-proof certification PM.

Research Assistant

University of Maryland, Smart Materials Research Center · 2008 - 2010

Research on MAV flow sensors and actuators using FeGa. Designed test environments and conducted material testing.

Education

B.S. Aerospace Engineering

University of Maryland, College Park · 2005 - 2008

Languages

  • Korean — Native
  • English — Full Professional
  • German — Learning