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Teemu Tapanila

CTO of Mallow

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About

👋 About Me

I’m Teemu Tapanila, a technology leader passionate about cloud computing, software architecture, and building great teams.

📍 Based in Helsinki, Finland

🚀 Professional Focus

As a CTO and Azure Architect, I help organizations transform their technology landscapes and build scalable, modern solutions.

Core Areas:

  • ☁️ Cloud Architecture — Designing and implementing Azure-based solutions
  • 👥 Technology Leadership — Building and mentoring high-performing engineering teams
  • 💻 Software Development — Creating robust, scalable applications
  • 🎤 Speaking & Community — Sharing knowledge through conferences and meetups

🎯 Speaking & Expertise

I regularly speak at technology conferences and meetups, sharing insights about cloud computing, software architecture, and technology leadership.

Technical Expertise:

  • Microsoft Azure & Cloud Technologies
  • Azure Functions & PaaS Solutions
  • Docker & Kubernetes
  • DevOps & Automation
  • Software Development Practices
  • Azure DevOps

Upcoming Events:

  • 🇧🇪 CloudBrew 2025 — Mechelen, Belgium

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💼 Current & Recent Roles

🏢 CTO & Principal Architect • Mallow

Leading technology strategy and development teams at a Microsoft Azure cloud solutions specialist. Co-founded Mallow with focus on craftsmanship in cloud technology and helping customers with their growing need for Microsoft cloud expertise.

🏥 Technical Specialist • Saura.health

Responsible for integrations and technology at a Finnish health technology startup. Working on the technical infrastructure that enables innovative at-home blood testing and health monitoring platform, including device integration, data processing, and mobile/web application development.

🏗️ Technical Advisor & Investor • Linear.fi

As an advisor for Linear, I help by guiding them in several key areas. I assist in recruiting top technical talent, refining the architectural design, sharing knowledge on the latest software development practices, and offering effective strategies for managing development teams. By doing so, I support Linear’s vision to grow beyond traditional real estate systems and emerge as a leading player in the industry.

📬 Let’s Connect

Feel free to reach out if you’d like to discuss technology, speaking opportunities, or potential collaborations.

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