Eric Sexton

Software Engineer

Curious Software Engineer who thrives on collaboration with talented teams, passionate about exploring technology, and dedicated to delivering efficient, value-driven solutions.

Work

Pioneer

A startup that aims to help BD operators win partnerships, customers, and grants.
Senior Software Engineer
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Remote
  • Built and maintained AI agents that automate grants, contracts, and discovery using Mastra and Vercel AI SDK.

  • Optimized Inngest-based AI workflows to achieve up to 30% gains in workflow execution time.

  • Implemented Sentry for Error and Log Observability, which improved error tracking and resolution.

  • Built instrumentation and BI dashboards to monitor and optimize system performance and user engagement.

  • Developed full-stack features using Next.js and Supabase for a AI-powered lead discovery tool.

Blimpworks

Blimpworks is a SaaS startup focused on AI-Powered AP Automation.
Consulting Software Engineer
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Remote
  • Consulted on technical architecture and high-level technology decisions. This has lead to enhancements in observability and developer agility by integrating tools such as GitHub Actions, Docker, GlitchTip, and Drizzle ORM.

  • Implemented full-stack features in our NextJS + MySQL stack to meet business objectives and ensure tenant satisfaction.

  • Streamlined task management processes to boost team productivity and project tracking.

Ferguson Advertising

Ferguson is a full-service agency marketing agency.
Software Engineer
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Fort Wayne, IN
  • Led backend development for a RV Production Information Platform using a modern tech stack including NestJS, PostgreSQL, and Next.js.

  • Enhanced error tracking and resolution by implementing GlitchTip

  • Enhanced deployment processes via Docker and Railway, improving system reliability and developer workflow with automated CI/CD.

  • Spearheaded integrations with enterprise-level security using SAML and Auth0.

Copper Loom

Duvet, comforter, pillowcase, and mattress protector company.
Wordpress Developer
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Fort Wayne, IN

Volunteer

Purdue University Fort Wayne

Global Game Jam Organizer and Mentor
– Present

Organized annual game dev events, facilitated workshops, and mentored students in game development technologies.

Education

Skills

Full Stack Web Development

  • TypeScript
  • Next.js
  • PostgreSQL
  • GraphQL/tRPC/REST
  • TailwindCSS

DevOps

  • GitHub Actions
  • Docker
  • Google Cloud Platform
  • Terraform

Data Engineering

  • Looker
  • PostgreSQL
  • Data Modeling
  • Data Pipeline Methodologies

AI Agents

  • Mastra
  • LangChain/LangGraph
  • OpenAI
  • Gemini
  • Ollama