Joshua Thompson
About Joshua Thompson
Joshua Thompson is a Senior Firmware Engineer with expertise in developing embedded applications for consumer electronics. He currently works at Kinship, where he contributes to firmware development for pet tracking devices.
Work at Kinship
Joshua Thompson has been employed at Kinship since 2021 as a Senior Firmware Engineer. In this role, he focuses on developing firmware for the company's whistle devices, which are designed for pet tracking. His contributions include enhancing the battery life of these devices, which is a critical feature for users. His work supports Kinship's mission to provide innovative solutions for pet owners.
Previous Experience in Software Engineering
Before joining Kinship, Joshua Thompson held several positions in software engineering. He worked at Ceres Imaging as an Embedded Software Engineer from 2019 to 2021. Prior to that, he was a Software Engineer at SOFIEBIO from 2014 to 2016. He also gained experience as a Software QA Engineer (Contract) at NavCom Technology, Inc. from 2012 to 2013. These roles provided him with a solid foundation in software development and quality assurance.
Education and Expertise
Joshua Thompson earned a Bachelor of Science (B.S.) degree in Aerospace, Aeronautical and Astronautical Engineering from California State Polytechnic University, Pomona, completing his studies from 2008 to 2012. His educational background supports his expertise in developing embedded applications, particularly for consumer electronics, which is evident in his work at Kinship.
Career Timeline
Joshua Thompson's career spans several years and various roles in software engineering. He began as a Software QA Engineer at NavCom Technology, Inc. in 2012, followed by a position at SOFIEBIO in 2014. After two years at SOFIEBIO, he transitioned to Ceres Imaging in 2019. He has been with Kinship since 2021, marking a progression in his career focused on firmware development for consumer electronics.