John Anderson
About John Anderson
John Anderson is a Product Manager at Kunai, where he has worked since 2019. He has a diverse background that includes roles in technical writing, commercial fishing, and sound engineering.
Work at Kunai
John Anderson has been serving as a Product Manager at Kunai since 2019. In this role, he leads bi-weekly stand-ups and manages enterprise product Selenium testing as well as legacy enterprise product maintenance. His work supports one of the world's largest music promotion companies, ensuring that product quality and performance are maintained throughout the development cycle.
Previous Experience
Prior to his current position, John worked as a Technical Writer at Kunai for a brief period of two months in 2019. He has also held various roles in the gig economy, including as a Commercial Fisherman and Live Sound Engineer. His experience spans multiple industries, including a position as a Product Specialist at Tesla, where he worked for 11 months.
Education and Expertise
John Anderson earned a Bachelor's degree in Sociology from the University of California, Santa Cruz, where he studied from 2007 to 2011. He furthered his education at SAE Institute North America, focusing on Audio Technology from 2015 to 2016. This diverse educational background supports his multifaceted career in product management and technical writing.
Skills and Responsibilities
In his role as Product Manager, John writes user-facing release notes and has implemented redesigned Selenium test suites to address the regression testing needs of a rapidly changing product. His responsibilities include overseeing product testing processes and ensuring that updates are communicated effectively to users.
Career Progression
John's career began as a Beach Lifeguard at California State Parks, where he worked for four years. He transitioned into various roles, including gig economy positions, before moving into technical and product management roles. His career reflects a progression from hands-on roles to strategic product management.