Preetpal Kang
About Preetpal Kang
Preetpal Kang serves as the VP of Firmware at Sibros, where he has worked since 2020. He has a strong background in software engineering, having held positions at companies such as IBM, Lockheed Martin, and Tesla, and has extensive experience in embedded systems and firmware development.
Current Role at Sibros
Preetpal Kang serves as the VP of Firmware at Sibros, a position he has held since 2020. He has been instrumental in leading the firmware team, which expanded from one engineer in 2019 to over 30 engineers by early 2022. In this role, he spearheads the development of software abstractions and design patterns to ensure interoperability across diverse hardware platforms.
Previous Experience at Tesla
Prior to his current role, Preetpal Kang worked at Tesla as a Staff Firmware Engineer from 2014 to 2018. During his tenure, he played a crucial role in reducing the firmware update time for the Tesla Energy Gateway from three hours to three minutes. He also implemented thousands of automated tests to ensure high-quality firmware.
Educational Background in Computer Engineering
Preetpal Kang studied at San Jose State University, where he earned both a Bachelor of Science (BS) and a Master of Science (MS) in Computer Engineering. His undergraduate studies took place from 2002 to 2007, followed by his graduate studies from 2007 to 2010. This educational foundation has contributed to his expertise in firmware and software engineering.
Career Path and Previous Roles
Before joining Sibros, Preetpal Kang held various engineering positions at notable companies. He worked at IBM as a Software Engineer for one year in 2007-2008, and at Lockheed Martin Space Systems Company as a Senior Software Engineer from 2011 to 2012. His experience also includes roles at Tesla, PMC-Sierra, Violin Memory, and BAE Systems, where he gained extensive knowledge in embedded systems and software infrastructure.
Teaching Role at San Jose State University
In addition to his industry roles, Preetpal Kang has been a Lecturer at San Jose State University since 2010. He has contributed to the academic community for over 14 years, sharing his expertise in computer engineering with students and guiding educational projects.