Kendell J.
About Kendell J.
Kendell J. is a Software Engineer currently working at Payload in Grand Rapids, Michigan. With a diverse background in technology and education, he has held various roles including Chief Technology Officer and Business Analyst, and has expertise in fullstack software design and engineering.
Work at Payload CMS
Kendell J. has been employed at Payload as a Software Engineer since 2024. In this role, Kendell contributes to the development of Payload, a modern backend and admin UI framework built entirely with TypeScript. This position allows Kendell to apply expertise in fullstack software design and engineering, particularly in databases and web technologies.
Previous Experience in Technology Leadership
Before joining Payload, Kendell served as Chief Technology Officer at Mallowfields from 2021 to 2024. In this capacity, Kendell oversaw technology strategy and implementation. Prior to this role, Kendell held various positions at Mallowfields, including Co-CEO and Principal Software Engineer for a brief period in 2021, and CEO and Principal Software Engineer from 2018 to 2021.
Education and Expertise
Kendell J. studied at Grand Valley State University, where a Bachelor's degree was achieved in Philosophy and GIS from 2003 to 2009. This educational background supports Kendell's expertise in software engineering, particularly in fullstack development, databases, and embedded systems. Additionally, Kendell holds a Neo4j Certified Professional certification, indicating proficiency in graph databases.
Background in Software Development
Kendell has a diverse background in software development, having worked at Elevator Up as a Software Developer from 2016 to 2018. Prior to that, Kendell served as a Business Analyst for the City of Georgetown from 2009 to 2011 and as a GIS Analyst II at the Texas Department of Transportation from 2011 to 2013. This range of experience has contributed to Kendell's comprehensive understanding of technology and software solutions.
Teaching and Instruction Experience
Kendell has experience in education, having worked as a Computer Science Teacher at Austin Trinity Episcopal School from 2013 to 2019. Additionally, Kendell served as an Instructor at coLearning Professional Education for one year in 2017-2018. These roles highlight Kendell's commitment to sharing knowledge and fostering learning in the field of technology.