Eire Ford

Senior Software Engineer Portland, OR | 541-870-9895 | eireford@gmail.com | [LinkedIn/Portfolio Link]

Professional Summary

Highly adaptable and driven technologist with a passion for leveraging cutting-edge technologies to solve complex problems and drive innovation. Extensive experience in developing scalable web services, cloud infrastructure, and security-focused applications across AWS and GCP environments. Seeking opportunities to contribute to impactful projects and push the boundaries of what's possible.

Technical Skills

• Languages: Java, Python, JavaScript, Kotlin, PHP, SQL.
• Web Services & APIs: RESTful APIs, Flask, Node.js, Strapi, Laravel, Lumen, OAuth, Auth0.
• Cloud & DevOps: AWS (S3, CloudFormation), GCP, Docker Compose, Jenkins, GitHub Actions, CI/CD automation.
• Database Management: PostgreSQL, MySQL, Oracle RAC, MSSQL, ETL operations, Schema Design.
• Methodologies: Agile/Scrum, IAM, Test-Driven Development (TDD), Security Compliance (SOX, HIPAA, FERPA, PCI).

Professional Experience

Senior Software Engineer | Remotely Video | Portland, OR

August 2021 – December 2022

• Designed and developed an IAM API using Python/Flask to support Auth0 and Google Workspace, enabling SSO and RBAC for multi-tenant AWS environments.
• Automated CI/CD pipelines for Python, Node.js, and React applications using Jenkins and GitHub Actions.
• Implemented Infrastructure as Code (IaC) via CloudFormation and Docker Compose for multi-tenant video production services.
• Collaborated in an Agile environment to define user stories, sprint plans, and risk management strategies with cross-functional stakeholders.

Software Engineer | DF Studio | Los Angeles, CA

April 2018 – December 2018

• Developed automated end-to-end and functional tests using Selenium WebDriver and Jenkins for Java/Kotlin web applications.
• Extended CI/CD pipelines to include security testing, addressing vulnerabilities such as CSRF, malicious code injection, and broken access control.
• Researched and implemented web security remediations utilizing OWASP ESAPI.

Analyst Programmer II | University of Oregon | Eugene, OR

April 2012 – June 2016

• Architected a highly available online learning platform using the LAMP stack, delivering 99.99% availability for 3,000+ concurrent international users.
• Developed SSO middleware and APIs using PHP (Laravel/Lumen) with OAuth and LDAP integration.
• Maintained strict HIPAA and FERPA compliance standards across international data systems.

Software Development Engineer in Test (SDET) | Palo Alto Software | Eugene, OR

November 2010 – March 2012

• Engineered cross-browser automated test suites in Java using TestNG and Selenium WebDriver.
• Implemented infrastructure monitoring and CI/CD workflows using Jenkins and CloudFormation.

Senior Systems Implementation Engineer | Lumigent Technologies | Acton, MA

October 2005 – November 2008

• Deployed auditing and rule enforcement systems for SOX, HIPAA, and PCI compliance on Oracle RAC and MSSQL clusters.
• Managed technical projects and documentation for mission-critical systems at global financial and healthcare institutions.

Education & Certifications

Western Governors University | Currently Enrolled Full-Time BS in Computer Science (or relevant degree name)

Coursera Specializations

• Advanced Machine Learning on Google Cloud (2021)
• Deep Learning (2020)
• Data Engineering with GCP (2019)