Vanessa Kristoff

Vanessa Kristoff is a seasoned software engineering leader with extensive experience in managing engineering teams and driving technical projects across various organizations. Currently serving as a Software Engineering Manager at Kiavi, Vanessa leads the Platform Team, overseeing the professional development of engineers and ensuring successful project deliveries amidst complex challenges. Previous roles include Integration and Test Engineering Manager at Argo AI, where management of virtual tests for autonomous vehicles was a key responsibility, and Software Engineering Manager at Aurora, focusing on stakeholder outreach and team mentoring. With a strong foundation in software engineering established during tenure at companies like Uber, General Dynamics, and Health Monitoring Systems, Vanessa has consistently demonstrated expertise in technical roadmap development, team management, and cross-functional collaboration, all underpinned by a Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science from Penn State University.