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Tomosuke Wada Selected as a 2026 Japan AWS Top Engineer

Smartround, a pioneering startup based in Chiyoda, Tokyo, focused on maximizing the potential of startups, proudly announces that its Site Reliability Engineer (SRE), Tomosuke Wada, has been chosen as one of the distinguished 2026 Japan AWS Top Engineers. This prestigious recognition is awarded by Amazon Japan and highlights Wada's significant contributions to AWS-related projects.

Overview of the 2026 Japan AWS Top Engineers Program

The Japan AWS Top Engineer Program is a unique accolade designed specifically for AWS engineers associated with companies in the AWS Partner Network (APN). Candidates for this award must hold specific AWS certifications and demonstrate technical prowess that contributes to business growth within AWS environments. AWS Japan conducts a thorough evaluation to select the winners, highlighting the immense talent present in the Japanese engineering landscape.

Smartround's Commitment to AWS

Smartround has established a comprehensive data creation and sharing platform for startups and investors, aptly named “smartround.” The company's infrastructure, including various internal systems, is primarily built and operated on AWS. At the heart of this operation is the SRE team that Wada is part of, which is dedicated to balancing product reliability with rapid development. They employ strategies such as AWS multi-account management and Infrastructure as Code (IaC) to ensure robustness in the services offered.

Moreover, the SRE team is committed to continual security improvements, which have been acknowledged through awards like the SOC2 Type2 report and the AWS Certified Software designation. Following the recognition of the previous Executive Officer, VP of Reliability, Yama Hara, who received the award consecutively from 2023 to 2025, Wada’s selection this year marks a continued recognition of the team's excellence and efforts.

Wada's Statement

Expressing his gratitude, Tomosuke Wada stated, "It is a tremendous honor to be selected as one of the Japan AWS Top Engineers. This recognition is a result of our team's continuous efforts and a shared commitment to excellence. Over the past year, I have focused on building the infrastructure that supports our platform, smartround, bridging startups and investors. My work has involved designing and implementing AI-driven infrastructure, enhancing operational monitoring, and strengthening security protocols."

Wada expressed sincere thanks to everyone supporting him, including colleagues and stakeholders. He remains committed to sharing his insights with the community while striving to enhance the reliability of Smartround's services continuously.

About Tomosuke Wada

Wada's background spans numerous years, beginning in 2008 in operations and direction for live-streaming services. Transitioning to development management and scrum master roles starting in 2015, he emerged as an engineering leader managing AWS infrastructure and corporate IT by 2017. In August 2023, he joined Smartround as an SRE, where he continues to contribute significantly. His favorite AWS service is WAF, underscoring his passion for maintaining service security.

Understanding Smartround

Smartround is a data creation and sharing platform tailored to streamline communications between startups and investors. To date, it has garnered the support of over 7,500 startups and more than 7,000 investors, including VCs and individual investors.

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About Smartround

Smartround operates under the mission of creating a world where startups can maximize their potential.

• - Company Name: Smartround Inc.
• - Location: Marunouchi North Entrance Building 9F, 1-6-5 Marunouchi, Chiyoda, Tokyo
• - Established: May 30, 2018
• - CEO: Hiromu Sunagawa
• - Corporate Website: Corporate Site
• - Careers: Job Openings

Media Inquiries

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