Brad Kobold

Brad Kobold is an accomplished technology leader with extensive experience in software engineering and IT operations. Currently serving as the Director of Software Engineering at Guaranteed Rate since October 2020, Brad manages five remote teams and oversees the ServiceNow platform and Employee Data Platform API. Previous roles include IT Operations Manager at loanDepot, where Brad led efforts in ServiceNow strategy, employee data lifecycle automation, and integrations, as well as desktop support management. Earlier positions include Team Lead for IT Service Management at Ingram Micro, where Brad shaped ITSM strategy and process roadmaps. Education includes a Master of Science in Computer and Information Sciences from California State University, Fullerton, and a Bachelor of Science in Finance, Real Estate, and Law from California State Polytechnic University.