Kris Linquist

Kris Linquist currently serves as a Software Engineering Manager for Access Control at Verkada, overseeing a team of engineers in developing innovative software solutions. Additionally, Kris is a member of the Citizens Advisory Committee for Caltrain, providing input on rail services for the tri-county area. Previous roles include Head of Software at Simple Things, where Kris led a team in creating a versatile cloud-optional platform, and Sr. Principal Engineer at Comcast, focusing on the next-generation IoT Platform. Kris also held engineering leadership positions at Stringify and Cisco, where responsibilities included managing integrations and technology showcases. A background in professional motorcycle instruction further highlights Kris's commitment to education and safety.