Kai Anderson
About Kai Anderson
Kai Anderson is a Senior Software Engineer R&D Computer Science at Sandia National Laboratories with extensive experience in the Defense & Space industry.
Current Position at Sandia National Laboratories
Kai Anderson currently holds the position of Senior Software Engineer R&D Computer Science at Sandia National Laboratories. He has been in this role since 2021, bringing a wealth of experience to the Albuquerque-Santa Fe Metropolitan Area. His work focuses on advanced research and development projects within the Defense & Space industry, where he applies his expertise in prototyping technologies and building robust data pipelines.
Previous Roles at Sandia National Laboratories
Before his current role, Kai Anderson has held several other positions at Sandia National Laboratories. From 2018 to 2021, he worked as a Software Engineer R&D Computer Science. Prior to that, he was part of the Critical Skills Masters Program from 2016 to 2018. His journey at Sandia National Laboratories started as an Intern: Technical-Undergrad in 2015. Each role contributed to his deep knowledge and expertise in the field.
Experience at Intermountain Healthcare
Kai Anderson worked at Intermountain Healthcare as IT: Desktop Support from 2013 to 2014. During his 10-month tenure, he gained valuable experience in supporting and managing IT infrastructure. This role complemented his growing expertise in computer science and provided him with practical skills he continues to use in his current work.
Educational Background
Kai Anderson pursued his higher education with a focus on Computer Science. He earned a Master’s Degree from Utah State University between 2016 and 2018. Earlier, he completed his Bachelor of Science in Computer Science at Dixie State University from 2013 to 2016. His academic background laid a solid foundation for his professional career in software engineering and R&D.
Early Career at Apple Campus Store and Mentorship
Kai Anderson began his career as the Apple Campus Store Tech Lead at Dixie State University, where he worked from 2007 to 2015. This role, spanning eight years, provided him with extensive hands-on experience in technology support and customer service. He is also an advocate for open and honest communication within teams and enjoys mentoring students, interns, and new team members, emphasizing the importance of enthusiasm and asking questions in a professional setting.