Ben Kremer
About Ben Kremer
Ben Kremer is a Software Engineering Manager with extensive experience in both software engineering and graphic design. He currently works at Energy Solutions in Oakland, California, where he has held various roles since 2017, including managing a team of engineers and implementing Agile methodologies.
Work at Energy Solutions
Ben Kremer has been employed at Energy Solutions since 2020, serving as a Software Engineering Manager. In this role, he oversees a team of engineers and manages multiple internal projects. He is responsible for scheduling and resource allocation across various contracts, ensuring efficient project execution. His leadership includes mentoring team members and providing training for new developers and interns on company policies and workflows.
Previous Experience at Prism Skylabs
Before joining Energy Solutions, Ben Kremer worked at Prism Skylabs as a Software Engineering Manager for 10 months in 2017. He previously held the position of Software Engineer at the same company from 2015 to 2017, accumulating two years of experience in software development within the San Francisco Bay Area. His time at Prism Skylabs contributed to his expertise in software engineering and team management.
Background in Web Development
Ben Kremer has a diverse background in web development, having worked as a Web Architect and Developer at RocketSpace Inc. for 7 months in 2014-2015. He also owned and operated Kremer Design LLC from 1998 to 2014, where he focused on graphic design and web development. This extensive experience laid the foundation for his transition into full-stack development.
Education and Expertise
Ben Kremer studied at RocketU, where he completed a program in Full-Stack Development, focusing on Python, Django, JavaScript/jQuery, and AngularJS in 2014. He also holds a Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA) degree from the University of Minnesota Duluth, with a major in Graphic Design and a minor in German. His educational background supports his dual expertise in design and software engineering.
Achievements in Team Management
In his current role, Ben Kremer has established standard processes for product development, including project guidelines and deployment pipelines. He implemented Agile and Kanban methodologies to enhance team efficiency. Additionally, he developed a cohesive interviewing strategy for Engineering, QA, and DevOps teams, which standardized hiring practices and improved decision-making.