Thomas Kahnoski
About Thomas Kahnoski
Thomas Kahnoski serves as the Sr. Director of Product Development and Engineering at Tricolor Holdings, where he emphasizes flexibility and team autonomy in project management. With a background in software engineering and a commitment to innovative company cultures, he has held various leadership roles at companies such as DealerSocket and Dealertrack Technologies.
Current Role at Tricolor Holdings
Thomas Kahnoski serves as the Sr. Director of Product Development and Engineering at Tricolor Holdings. He has held this position since 2020, contributing to the company's strategic initiatives in product development and engineering. His role involves overseeing various engineering projects and ensuring alignment with organizational goals.
Previous Experience in Software Engineering
Before joining Tricolor Holdings, Thomas Kahnoski held several positions in software engineering. He worked at Dealertrack Technologies as Sr. Manager, Software Engineer from 2010 to 2015. He then transitioned to DealerSocket, where he served as Sr. Manager of Software Engineering for five months in 2015, followed by a role as Solution Architect from 2016 to 2018. He also led the DevOps Transformation as Manager, System Engineering at DealerSocket from 2018 to 2020.
Early Career and Internships
Thomas began his career as a QA Intern at Blackboard in 2006, where he gained foundational experience in quality assurance. He later worked at Lymba Corporation as a Software Engineer from 2007 to 2010, which further developed his technical skills in software development within the Dallas/Fort Worth Area.
Education and Academic Background
Thomas Kahnoski earned a Bachelor of Engineering (B.E.) in Computer Science from the University of Michigan, completing his studies from 2003 to 2006. This academic background provided him with essential knowledge and skills in computer science, which he has applied throughout his professional career.
Leadership Philosophy and Principles
Thomas advocates for a leadership style that emphasizes team autonomy and ownership. He believes in the principles of Conway's law, which posits that organizations design systems that reflect their communication structures. He promotes investing in outcomes rather than detailed plans, highlighting the importance of flexibility and adaptability in project management.