Mikael Newquist
About Mikael Newquist
Mikael Newquist is a Senior Software Systems Engineer currently working at Kenect and Sandia National Laboratories, with extensive experience in both commercial and government sectors.
Company: Kenect
Mikael Newquist is currently working at Kenect as a Software Engineering Team Lead. He has been with the company since 2022, operating remotely from Pleasant Grove, Utah. Previously, he served as a Senior Software Engineer at Kenect from 2021 to 2022, also working remotely from Pleasant Grove, Utah.
Company: Sandia National Laboratories
Mikael Newquist holds the position of Senior Software Systems Engineer at Sandia National Laboratories. His tenure at Sandia started in 2017. This role involves responsibilities in handling complex software systems and contributing to various projects in Albuquerque, New Mexico Area.
Previous Employment
Mikael Newquist has an extensive history of diverse roles in the software engineering field. He worked at SAIC as Senior System Software Engineer from 2015 to 2017. Prior to this, he served as IT Project Lead at POD, Inc. from 2007 to 2015 and as a System Analyst at RESPEC from 2004 to 2007. Earlier engagements include a Senior Software Engineer role at Oso Grande Technologies from 2003 to 2004 and a Software Engineer position at Invensys Building Systems from 1997 to 2002.
Education and Expertise
Mikael Newquist holds a Bachelor's degree in Electrical and Electronics Engineering from the University of New Mexico, which he achieved in 1995. His academic foundation is complemented by broad technical expertise, including Kubernetes, CI/CD, Java programming, .NET programming, web application development, database programming, and object-oriented design.
Professional Skills and Abilities
Mikael Newquist is experienced in both commercial and government sectors, making him versatile and adaptable. He possesses an intimate knowledge of hardware and software interactions, crucial for optimizing system performance. He excels in applying product development processes to meet stringent requirements and has strong project management skills. His collaboration and communication abilities are notable, particularly in working with diverse teams. Additionally, he has excellent technical writing skills essential for creating clear documentation and reports.