Casper Lassenius

Casper Lassenius serves as an Associate Professor in the Department of Computer Science at Aalto University, Finland, where he is affiliated with the Software and Service Engineering (SSE) research group. His academic role focuses on advancing empirical methodologies within software engineering through rigorous research and industry collaboration.

Professor Lassenius's research centers on Empirical Software Engineering, with specialized expertise in Agile and Lean software development methodologies. His work critically examines large-scale agile transformations, global software engineering challenges, and the delicate balance between organizational control and team autonomy. He investigates practical implementations of scaling frameworks like SAFe across diverse sectors including finance and public administration, addressing real-world adoption barriers and optimization strategies.

Analysis of his 2020-2024 publications reveals dominant research trajectories in agile scaling frameworks, backsourcing of IT services, and organizational dynamics in large-scale development. His empirical studies consistently employ systematic literature reviews and case-based approaches to identify challenges like delay archetypes and autonomy-control tensions, providing actionable insights for enterprise agile adoption.

Lassenius is an active contributor to the Software and Service Engineering (SSE) research group, which drives innovation in software processes, service design, and empirical validation of development practices. This collaborative environment enables his research to bridge theoretical rigor with industry applicability, particularly in complex organizational contexts.