Jerod D. Klink
About Jerod D. Klink
Jerod D. Klink is the Chief Technology Officer at Sera4 and Founder of LockedUp, specializing in wireless locksmith solutions in Canada.
Chief Technology Officer at Sera4
Jerod D. Klink currently serves as the Chief Technology Officer at Sera4, a company based in Waterloo, Ontario, Canada. At Sera4, he is actively involved in the creation and execution of business plans, hiring strategies, securing funding, and intellectual property management. His role encompasses leading the technological development and innovation within the company, particularly in the wireless communication and security domains.
Founder and Wireless Locksmith at LockedUp
Jerod D. Klink is the Founder and Wireless Locksmith at LockedUp, operating in the Kitchener, Canada area. In this role, he focuses on developing and implementing advanced wireless unlocking systems for various applications including commercial, residential, and ultra-secure environments. His expertise in long-distance embedded SoC radios and protocols has been integral to the company's initiatives.
Previous Experience at Research In Motion
Jerod D. Klink has a significant history with Research In Motion, where he held multiple positions over nearly a decade. He served as the Manager of WLAN Radio Development from 2011 to 2014, Team Lead for Handheld Software in Unified Communications and Collaboration from 2009 to 2011, and Team Lead for WLAN Radio Firmware & Product Support in 2009. Additionally, he worked as a WLAN Firmware Developer from 2005 to 2009. Across these roles, he contributed to various wireless communication and software development projects.
Educational Background
Jerod D. Klink studied Computer Science at the University of Waterloo, where he earned a Bachelor of Mathematics degree between 1995 and 2000. His education laid a strong foundation for his expertise in numerous programming languages, including C/C++, Java, Perl, Python, and Bash shell, and equipped him with a profound understanding of IP-based protocols such as TCP, UDP, SIP, DHCP, DNS, NAT, and STUN/ICE protocol analysis.
Expertise in Wireless Technologies
Jerod D. Klink has extensive expertise in wireless technologies, specifically in 802.11 certification programs including Wi-Fi Alliance suite, CCX, and CWG-RF. He specializes in long-range wireless communication links that exceed 250 meters and has a profound interest in wireless unlocking systems. His technical proficiency spans across developing 'lockness' (TM) platform, a primary control system for smart lock applications, and providing consulting services for companies on radio technologies.