Kristofer Smeds
About Kristofer Smeds
Kristofer Smeds is the Chief Technology Officer at Sibros, where he has worked since 2022. He has extensive experience in firmware engineering and management, having held positions at Tesla, Waymo, and Zoox.
Current Role at Sibros
Kristofer Smeds serves as the Chief Technology Officer (CTO) at Sibros, a position he has held since 2022. In this role, he oversees the company's technological direction and strategy, focusing on developing advanced software solutions for connected vehicles. His leadership contributes to the innovation and implementation of cutting-edge technologies within the organization.
Previous Experience at Tesla
Prior to his current role, Kristofer Smeds worked as a firmware engineer at Tesla Motors from 2014 to 2015. During his tenure at Tesla, he contributed to firmware development in Palo Alto, CA, gaining valuable experience in the electric vehicle sector and embedded systems.
Experience at Zoox
Kristofer Smeds has extensive experience at Zoox, where he held multiple positions from 2015 to 2020. He began as a firmware engineer and progressed to Senior Manager of Firmware and later to Manager of Firmware. His work included leading the software development for the vehicle gateway controller, which is essential for autonomous vehicle controls.
Background in Mechanical Engineering
Kristofer Smeds earned both his bachelor's and master's degrees in Applied Science with a focus on Mechatronics from The University of British Columbia. He completed his bachelor's degree from 2003 to 2008 and his master's degree from 2008 to 2011. His educational background provides a strong foundation in mechanical engineering principles and applications.
Work History in Software Engineering
Before joining Sibros, Kristofer Smeds held various positions in software engineering. He worked at Waymo as Manager of Embedded Software Engineering from 2020 to 2022. He also served as a Software Development Engineer at SeaStar Solutions from 2011 to 2014 in Vancouver, BC, Canada. His diverse experience in software development spans several years and industries.