Eric Warsaba
About Eric Warsaba
Eric Warsaba serves as the Vice President of Engineering at A Thinking Ape, where he has significantly improved the engineering hiring process. He has extensive experience in software engineering, having held various roles at A Thinking Ape and other notable companies such as Google and Microsoft.
Current Role as VP of Engineering
Eric Warsaba currently serves as the Vice President of Engineering at A Thinking Ape, a position he has held since 2020. In this role, he has overhauled the engineering hiring process for various levels of engineers, which has led to a significant increase in the success rate of hires and a reduction in the hours spent per hire. His leadership focuses on enhancing team efficiency and optimizing engineering practices within the organization.
Experience at A Thinking Ape
Eric Warsaba has a substantial history with A Thinking Ape, having worked in multiple roles since 2014. He started as a Product Lead for one year, followed by a two-year tenure as a Software Engineer. He then progressed to the position of Engineering Manager for eight months, before becoming the Director of Engineering from 2016 to 2020. Throughout his time at the company, he led the development and live operations of several successful mobile game titles, including Kingdoms of Heckfire and Party in my Dorm.
Educational Background
Eric Warsaba studied at the University of Waterloo, where he earned a Bachelor of Software Engineering with a co-operative education component. This educational background provided him with foundational knowledge in software engineering principles and practical experience through co-op placements, which he undertook at various companies.
Previous Work Experience
Before his extensive career at A Thinking Ape, Eric Warsaba gained valuable experience through various internships and co-op positions. He worked as a Software Engineer Intern at Google and Microsoft in 2011, where he contributed to software development projects. Additionally, he held co-op positions at Tangam Gaming Inc., Bowe Bell + Howell, and Xtreme Labs Inc., where he developed skills in software engineering and agile methodologies.
Technical Contributions and Projects
Eric Warsaba has made significant technical contributions throughout his career. He oversaw the initial development of an advanced user acquisition system that included prediction models for lifetime value and automated campaign management. His work also involved deploying new revenue streams across multiple products, enhancing user engagement through features like rewarded video mechanisms and offer walls.