Keith Knudsen
About Keith Knudsen
Keith Knudsen serves as the Vice President of Product Management at ProModel, a subsidiary of BigBear.ai, where he has worked since 2022. He has extensive experience in software design and development, with a strong background in cognitive psychology and a focus on enhancing product offerings through UX and project management.
Work at BigBear.ai
Keith Knudsen serves as the Vice President of Product Management at ProModel, a subsidiary of BigBear.ai, since 2022. In this role, he is based in Ann Arbor, Michigan, and oversees various aspects of product management. His responsibilities include leading user experience (UX), business analysis, project management, and sales support initiatives to enhance the company's product offerings. His leadership focuses on developing strategies that align with market needs and technological advancements.
Education and Expertise
Keith Knudsen holds a Master's degree in Human-Computer Interaction from Carnegie Mellon University, where he studied from 1999 to 2001. He also earned a Bachelor of Arts in Economics and Computer Applications from the University of Notre Dame, completing his studies from 1991 to 1995. His educational background is complemented by a foundation in cognitive psychology, which informs his approach to software design and development.
Professional Background
Keith Knudsen has extensive experience in the software industry, beginning his career as a Software Engineer at Logikos, Inc. from 1995 to 1998. He later worked as a User Interface Engineer at Respironics, Inc. for eight months in 2003-2004. He spent seven years at Soar Technology as an Engineering Research Project Manager focusing on AI. Prior to his current role, he was Vice President of Product Management at ProModel Corporation from 2011 to 2022.
Leadership and Team Management
In his current role, Keith Knudsen manages and grows teams responsible for design, development, training, documentation, and support. He develops product strategies, roadmaps, and requirements by collaborating with cross-functional teams that include product managers, engineers, and business development professionals. He also trains agile product owners and scrum masters, ensuring effective collaboration with engineering and quality assurance teams.
Software Development and Industry Impact
Keith has led the development of software products using C# and responsive HTML5 across various industries, including medical, manufacturing, and defense. His focus on enhancing product offerings through innovative software solutions has contributed to the success of the organizations he has worked with, particularly in meeting the needs of diverse industry sectors.