Janell Paulson

Janell Paulson is an experienced software development manager with a robust background in the wireless communications and Internet of Things (IoT) sectors. Currently serving as a Manager - Staff Software Developer at General Atomics Aeronautical Systems since January 2021, Janell previously held a pivotal role as Senior Director/Senior Manager of Software Development at u-blox, overseeing teams responsible for key IoT product lines and major initiatives such as Firmware-over-the-Air Updates and Device Security. Janell's career includes significant managerial responsibilities at Palm/HP, where leadership involved establishing new offices and recruiting talent, as well as technical contributions at Sierra Wireless, DENSO, and Hughes Network Systems, focusing on software design and development for various wireless protocols and features. Janell holds a B.S. in Computer Science from UC Irvine.