I build high-performing teams, deliver reliable software, and explore what AI-powered development makes possible next.
Solution Lead and Software Engineering Leader with 13+ years of experience spanning engineering, architecture, and leadership. Currently at Mindex, leading teams to deliver reliable software and payroll compliance for a long-standing Paychex product in a regulated environment. Known for improving delivery predictability, reducing dependencies, and aligning engineering execution with business priorities.
Certified ScrumMaster (CSM) and advocate for Agile practices — with a deep interest in how AI is reshaping the way teams plan, estimate, share knowledge, and continuously improve. I believe AI presents an opportunity to rethink how teams deliver value while preserving the principles that make Agile effective. That intersection of emerging technology and disciplined delivery is where I focus my energy.
I believe predictability is a leadership responsibility, not a project management artifact. I build the conditions for reliable delivery: clear processes, visible dependencies, and a team that understands not just what they're building, but why it matters. When friction shows up, I treat it as a signal to improve the system — not push harder.
The best investment I make is in the engineers around me. I spend real time on career development, not just annual reviews — understanding where each person wants to go and removing the obstacles between here and there. I've built mentoring programs from scratch and coached engineers into senior roles. Growing people isn't adjacent to the work. It is the work.
I'm actively building AI-enhanced workflows into how I lead and how my teams operate — from planning and knowledge sharing to code quality and delivery effectiveness. I'm not waiting for AI to transform engineering. I'm in the middle of that transformation right now, experimenting with what works and bringing those practices to the teams I lead.
ROC IT Solutions was acquired by TraceLink LLC in August 2018.
“Eric was placed into a difficult situation from the start, navigating a team environment that hadn’t yet found its footing. Rather than retreating, he leaned in. His communication was consistently clear, he demonstrated the technical depth the role demanded, and he brought a collaborative spirit to every decision-making conversation. What impressed me most was his genuine ‘we’re in this together’ mentality — he never treated the challenges as someone else’s problem. That combination of steady leadership and forward thinking is rare, especially under pressure.”
“Eric is an extremely dedicated employee. He was dedicated to helping the team deliver quality work in a timely manner but also in making sure his team had everything they needed, in and out of the office. He cares about the product he is working on but also cares about all those reporting to him. When we were in the trenches trying to meet a deadline, he was always right there with us. He was the best manager I’ve worked with.”
“Eric brings an infectious enthusiasm to every project he undertakes. He consistently handles challenging situations with a positive attitude and professional demeanor. While his resilience is a core strength, what truly stands out is his authenticity and trustworthiness. His genuine approach to collaboration and ability to build strong relationships across teams has made a lasting impact on our organization.”
I taught 2D Animation and Algorithmic Problem Solving in RIT’s Interactive Games and Media department. Standing in front of a room and making complex ideas land clearly is something I carry into every technical conversation. I believe deeply in passing knowledge forward — it’s one of the reasons mentorship has always been central to how I lead.
My graduate work at RIT focused on graphics programming and game engine development — systems-level work that demands performance, precision, and architectural thinking. That foundation shapes how I evaluate technical tradeoffs today, and it’s a reminder that I came up through the code before I came up through the org chart.
Outside of my day-to-day leadership work, I’m actively experimenting with AI-powered development workflows — exploring how agents, tooling, and prompt engineering can change what’s possible for engineering teams. This isn’t a side interest. It’s where I think the next decade of software engineering is headed, and I want to be ahead of it.
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