Kris V.
About Kris V.
Kris V. is an Engineering Manager at Wealthsimple, known for significantly improving platform stability and team well-being during peak tax seasons.
Current Role at Wealthsimple
Kris V. has been serving as an Engineering Manager at Wealthsimple since 2022. They have focused on enhancing the platform's stability and resiliency, particularly tackling issues during peak tax seasons. Kris implemented processes that reduced team burnout and stress, and developed a roadmap for maintaining and improving platform performance.
Previous Experience at PartnerStack
From 2020 to 2022, Kris V. worked as an Engineering Manager at PartnerStack. During this period, they managed engineering teams and oversaw the development and deployment of several software projects, contributing to the growth and stability of the company's engineering operations.
Expertise from Ada and EventMobi
Kris V. served as a Development Team Lead at Ada from 2018 to 2020. Prior to that, Kris was a Senior Software Engineer - Tech Lead at EventMobi from 2017 to 2018. In both roles, Kris honed their leadership and technical skills by managing teams, leading projects, and ensuring the successful implementation of software solutions.
Previous Engineering Roles
Between 2016 and 2017, Kris V. worked as a Full Stack Software Engineer at WorldGaming in the Toronto, Canada Area. Preceding this, from 2012 to 2016, Kris was a Developer Analyst II at TELUS in the Toronto, Canada Area. These roles involved significant hands-on experience in software engineering, project management, and technical analysis.
Educational Background
Kris V. completed their BS in Computer Science, specializing in Information Technology, at the University of Santo Tomas from 2007 to 2011. This foundational education equipped Kris with the knowledge and skills necessary for a successful career in software development and engineering management.