David Hardenbrook
About David Hardenbrook
David Hardenbrook is a Senior Manager of Software Engineering at Kohl's, with extensive experience in software development and architecture.
Title
David Hardenbrook is the Senior Manager of Software Engineering at Kohl's.
Company
Kohl's has employed David Hardenbrook in various capacities since 2009. He currently holds the position of Senior Manager, Software Engineering at the retail giant.
Education and Expertise
David Hardenbrook studied at the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee, earning a Bachelor of Science (BS) degree in Computer Science in 2003. Throughout his career, he developed expertise in software development, systems administration, technical leadership, and software architecture.
Career Background
David Hardenbrook’s career began as a Communication-Computer Systems Specialist in the United States Air Force, where he served from 1991 to 1998. He later worked as a Systems Administrator/Software Developer at Simone Engineering. His professional journey includes significant roles at QuadTech, Archiblox, and multiple positions at Kohl's, spanning over two decades in the software engineering field.
Professional Achievements
David Hardenbrook is noted for transforming the interviewing process for new candidates from an initial discomfort to a strength. He has also been involved in startup ventures, gaining experience in building products and audiences with small teams. Additionally, he developed skills in training user groups and mentoring engineers.