Kees Jongenburger

Kees Jongenburger has a diverse and extensive work experience in the field of software development and engineering. Kees started their career in 2000 at Framfab, where they worked as a software engineer specializing in web content management using the MMBase system. At Finalist, they continued to work as a software engineer, focusing on Java development for the Vodafone Live portal. In 2002, they joined Publieke Omroep as a Java developer, where they contributed to improving the MMBase web content management system.

In 2004, Kees moved on to Quantiq, a startup focused on implementing cross-media concepts and location-based services. As a Java developer, they worked on increasing the efficiency and robustness of applications. Kees then joined ExMachina in 2005 as a senior Java developer, designing and implementing a cross-media multi-user gaming service called Mobiles United.

In 2007, Kees transitioned to working at TomTom, a leading navigation device company. Kees started as an embedded software engineer, specializing in Linux kernel development and writing drivers for ARM-based devices. Kees later became a senior embedded software engineer, responsible for redesigning TomTom's GNU/Linux based platform for personal navigation devices. Eventually, they took on the role of embedded software architect, leading the architecture of the Linux platform for TomTom's next-generation devices.

After their time at TomTom, Kees joined Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam in 2012 as a systems programmer. Here, they focused on porting the Minix 3 operating system to the ARM platform, including the BeagleBone and BeagleBone Black. Additionally, they implemented general improvements to the Minix 3 platform.

In 2014, Kees became the software development lead at Fairphone, a company that focuses on creating sustainable and ethical smartphones. Kees played a key role in making the Fairphone more open-source friendly and improving its software. Kees managed a software team and oversaw the remote teams in Portugal and China.

Most recently, Kees joined Exset Labs Europe in 2016 as a senior research engineer. Kees has been working in the field of security innovation. In 2022, they will transition to a new role as a security innovator at Riscure.

Overall, Kees Jongenburger has demonstrated expertise in software development, embedded systems, Linux kernel, cross-media concepts, and web content management throughout their career.

Kees Jongenburger obtained their Bachelor's degree in Information and Communication Technology from Amsterdam University of Applied Sciences. Kees was enrolled in the university from 1996 to 2000.