Kris Olafson
About Kris Olafson
Kris Olafson is an Engineering Manager with extensive experience in software development and web management. He has held various roles at Acquia and the University of Waterloo, contributing to projects in Canada over a career spanning more than two decades.
Current Role as Engineering Manager
Kris Olafson currently serves as an Engineering Manager at Acquia, a position he has held since 2022. He is based in Prince Edward Island, Canada. In this role, he oversees engineering projects and manages a team of software engineers, ensuring the successful delivery of technology solutions.
Previous Experience at Acquia
Kris Olafson has extensive experience at Acquia, where he worked in various capacities. He served as a Software Engineer from 2014 to 2020 for six years in the Toronto, Canada Area, and later as a Senior Software Engineer from 2020 to 2022 in Prince Edward Island. His roles involved developing software solutions and contributing to the company's engineering efforts.
Background in Web Development
Kris Olafson has a solid background in web development, having worked at the University of Waterloo. He was a Web Developer in the Student Life Office from 2008 to 2010 and later took on the role of Technical Lead & Drupal Developer for the Content Management System Project from 2010 to 2013. He also served as Manager of Web Development from 2013 to 2014.
Education at Western University
Kris Olafson studied at Western University, where he earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in Philosophy from 2001 to 2005. His education provided a foundation for his analytical and problem-solving skills, which he has applied throughout his career in technology and development.
Early Career at Western University
Kris Olafson began his career at Western University, where he held multiple roles. He worked as a Web & Database Developer in the Office of the Registrar from 1999 to 2005 and later as an IT Security and Infrastructure Architect from 2006 to 2008. These positions involved developing web applications and managing database systems.