Kris Barrett
About Kris Barrett
Kris Barrett is a Senior Software Engineer + Anchor at Kohl's with a background in computer science and experience in various technical roles.
Current Role at Kohl's
Kris Barrett currently works at Kohl's as a Senior Software Engineer + Anchor. In this role, Kris focuses on creating adaptable products that solve core problems while emphasizing user-friendly front-end designs. Kris is known for advocating seamless communication between customers, developers, and designers. This approach leverages a diverse skill set and enhances collaboration throughout the software development lifecycle.
Previous Experience at ExxonMobil
Before joining Kohl's, Kris Barrett accumulated significant experience at ExxonMobil. Kris worked as a User Experience Engineer & Front End Developer from 2019 to 2021 in the Houston, Texas area. Before that, Kris served as a Developer & Technical Analyst from 2018 to 2019 in Spring, Texas. Throughout these roles, Kris focused on tackling challenging problems with innovative design and technology solutions, engaging with both technical architects and business stakeholders.
Consultant Role at Pariveda Solutions
Kris Barrett worked as a Consultant I at Pariveda Solutions from 2017 to 2018 in the Houston, Texas area. During this 11-month period, Kris developed a robust foundation in consulting, engaging in various projects that required a mixture of technical and analytical skills. This experience further honed Kris's ability to deliver high-quality software solutions within different business contexts.
Educational Background in Computer Science
Kris Barrett studied Computer Science at Louisiana State University, earning a Bachelor of Science (BS) degree with College Honors from 2013 to 2017. While at LSU, Kris also worked as an Undergraduate Researcher at the Center for Computation and Technology from 2014 to 2017. This academic background provided a strong technical foundation, which has been critical in Kris's professional roles.
Internships During Early Career
Kris Barrett gained early career experience through various internships, including roles at International Paper as an SAP Application Development Services Intern in 2015 in Memphis, TN, and at ExxonMobil as an SAP Programming Services Intern in 2016 in The Woodlands, TX / Remote. These internships provided practical insights into enterprise-level software development and problem-solving, laying the groundwork for Kris's future career.