Kal Krueger
About Kal Krueger
Kal Krueger is a Javascript Engineer with a Master's degree in Business Administration from the University of Michigan-Flint and a Bachelor's degree in Finance and Entrepreneurship from the University of Washington. He has experience in software development, operations management, and co-created an open-source tool for GraphQL APIs.
Work at Zoot Enterprises
Kal Krueger has been employed at Zoot Enterprises as a JavaScript Engineer since 2023. In this role, he contributes to the development and enhancement of software functionality. His responsibilities include collaborating with QA teams to refine user experience based on feedback. He is actively involved in maintaining a large code base, making multiple commits weekly to improve the software.
Education and Expertise
Kal Krueger holds a Master's degree in Business Administration from the University of Michigan-Flint, which he achieved in 2017. He also earned a Bachelor's degree in Business Administration with a focus on Finance and Entrepreneurship from the University of Washington - Michael G. Foster School of Business, completing his studies from 2010 to 2015. His technical expertise includes JavaScript, Ruby, GraphQL, PostgreSQL, and Docker.
Background in Operations and Management
Prior to his current role, Kal Krueger worked at Vogts Flowers Inc. from 2015 to 2020. He served as Distribution Center Manager for two years and later transitioned to Operations & Strategic Management for three years. His experience in these roles provided him with a solid foundation in operational efficiency and strategic planning.
Co-Creation of QMantis
In 2022, Kal Krueger co-created QMantis, an open-source observability tool tailored for GraphQL APIs. His role as a Software Engineer involved developing the tool and contributing to its functionality. This project reflects his commitment to enhancing software solutions and improving user experience.
Leisure Activities
Outside of his professional commitments, Kal Krueger enjoys outdoor activities in the mountains. His leisure pursuits reflect a balance between his technical career and personal interests in nature and outdoor exploration.