Kate Poulin
Senior Manager (Linux Kernel), Software Engineering at Red Hat
Greater Boston United States
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Top SchoolKate Poulin is a senior engineering manager specializing in Linux kernel development at Red Hat, bringing 14 years of software and leadership experience rooted in strong computing fundamentals. She transitioned from front-end UI engineering to kernel and quality engineering management, driven by a commitment to continuous technical growth and a Master's in Technical Management from Johns Hopkins. Kate builds high-performing, remote-friendly teams by combining hands-on technical insight with empathetic, organized people management that nurtures individual strengths and career development. Her background spans product interoperability, release management, and large-scale feature delivery at companies like Salesforce and in academic open-source projects, giving her a rare blend of customer-facing and deep-systems perspectives. Known for creating inclusive, psychologically safe environments, she focuses on cross-functional collaboration to deliver reliable software across diverse markets. Colleagues rely on her to translate complex kernel and product requirements into practical roadmaps while safeguarding team health and long-term technical growth.
13 years of coding experience
12 years of employment as a software developer
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Computer Science, 3.88/4.00, summa cum laude, Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Computer Science, 3.88/4.00, summa cum laude at University of Massachusetts at LowellMaster of Science - MS, Technical Management, Graduated with Honors, Master of Science - MS, Technical Management, Graduated with Honors at Johns Hopkins Engineering for Professionals
Github Skills (15)
science9
visualization9
data-visualization8
machine-learning8
pipeline8
data-analysis8
data-science8
python8
ubuntu6
flatpak4
linux3
data-sharing2
datepicker1
javascript1
declaration1
Programming languages (3)
Github contributions (5)
kcarcia/personal-page
Jan 2015 - Jan 2017
Contributions:1 release, 8 PRs, 17 pushes in 2 years
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