Hi, I'm Kaido Kert - Tech Lead Manager at YouTube
I thrive on building impactful products by empowering engineering teams through deep technical expertise in hardware and software. I love tackling complex system architecture challenges and driving innovation that makes a real difference in the world. Let's connect if you're passionate about creating meaningful technology.
At a glance
Curated signals on strengths, focus areas, and how they can help.
Led embedded engineering and partner integrations at Skype, scaling VoIP solutions.
Drives technical strategy and team empowerment as a Tech Lead Manager at YouTube.
Can help others by architecting scalable systems and building high-impact engineering teams.
🚀 Career trajectory
Foundation in Hardware & Embedded Systems
Began career with deep roots in hardware and embedded software engineering, developing foundational skills in physical product development.
✦ Embedded Software
✦ Hardware Design
✦ Electronics
Scaling Innovations at Skype
Transitioned to roles focusing on integration and technology leadership within Skype, contributing to platform growth and partner solutions.
✦ VoIP
✦ Partner Integration
✦ Technology Leadership
Engineering Leadership at Microsoft & YouTube
Moved into engineering management and tech lead roles, driving large-scale projects and managing teams at industry giants.
✦ Engineering Management
✦ People Management
✦ System Architecture
💪🏻 Superpowers
Engineering Team Catalyst
Empowering talent for peak performance
✦ Builds and scales engineering teams of all sizes.
✦ Focuses on individual career development and empowerment.
✦ Drives innovation through collaborative team structures.
Full-Spectrum Product Innovator
From concept to impactful delivery
✦ Expertise in hardware design and embedded software.
✦ Leads through complex system architecture and design.
✦ Drives product development with a focus on meaningful impact.
Strategic Technology Architect
Bridging vision with technical execution
✦ Leverages 25+ years of experience in tech strategy.
✦ Excels in process automation and system architecture.
✦ Translates business goals into actionable technical roadmaps.
I'm excited about
✦ Connecting with forward-thinking leaders to explore new product ventures.
✦ Discovering novel approaches to complex distributed systems challenges.
✦ Finding opportunities to mentor emerging talent in technology leadership.
I can help with
✦ Provide strategic guidance on building high-performing engineering teams.
✦ Offer insights into hardware-software integration and system architecture.
✦ Share best practices for driving product innovation from concept to launch.
I would love your help on
✦ Identifying emerging technologies in AI and machine learning for product integration.
✦ Connecting with leaders in sustainable technology and hardware innovation.
✦ Exploring opportunities in the IoT and connected device space.