Colin Alexander / Software Engineer

experience

Fullstack Engineer

Sanborn Geospatial
RailsGCPDockerNode.jsHotwire

Sanborn Geospatial

Sept 2023 - Present

Lead development and maintenance of multiple client-facing and internal Rails applications, enhancing functionality/ UX via new features and refactors.
Deliver specialized support for legacy Rails and Node.js applications, ensuring stability and introducing modern enhancements in flagship products.
Partner with Product Managers and Cloud Manager to devise and implement strategic solutions for complex projects, optimizing long-term success.
Ensure consistent application of branding and design patterns across the product suite, strengthening the user interface and experience.

Software Engineer II

Sanborn Geospatial
RailsLinuxOSjQueryPostgres

Sanborn Geospatial

Sept 2022 - Sept 2023

Managed and optimized a comprehensive Rails-based application suite, including GIS-server deployments and automated data pipelines, in collaboration with the Principal Architect.
Developed a high-impact geospatial web application in just 5 weeks, facilitating spatial funding analysis and achieving over 1TB in user downloads.
Designed and implemented a role-based documentation platform on Rails, streamlining access and management of client-facing documentation for many key applications.
Developed on-server Python and Ruby scripts for automated reporting to clients across various server implementations.

Software Engineer I

Sanborn Geospatial
RailsjQueryPostgresPython

Sanborn Geospatial

June 2021 - Sept 2022

Supported the Lead Engineer in the development and deployment of a comprehensive software suite, leveraging Rails for robust application development.
Addressed and mitigated technical debt through in-depth debugging and strategic planning for technology upgrades and enhancements.
Engineered a dynamic plane tracking map interface using aerial tracking APIs, enabling real-time observation, recording, and replay of flight paths.

skills

Ruby

PostgreSQL

JavaScript

Linux OS

Docker

GCP

DevOps

Node.js

Python

frameworks

Rails

Hotwire

Bootstrap

React.js

Express.js

Ember.js

Colin Alexander

fullstack software engineer

I am a lifelong learner/builder, and I love clean, clever and simple.
Whether its wood and steel, or bits and servers, I'm simply fascinated by reality. It's constantly evolving, and I'm here for the ride!

I focus primarily on RubyonRails but I also work with Node.js servers and various client side frameworks, such as React, Next(this website), Ember and Hotwire. On top of that, I have vast experience in both on-site and GCP cloud deployments both for professional and personal projects.

my work

AlphaProject Training Gym

Booking Platform + Sales Funnel

Rails + Hotwire w/ Stripe & DocuSeal
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