Eric Chu
About Eric Chu
Eric Chu serves as the Director of Software Architecture at Allergan Data Labs, a position he has held since 2022. With a diverse background in software engineering and leadership roles across various companies, he has accumulated extensive experience in driving performance outcomes and guiding architectural discussions.
Work at Allergan Data Labs
Eric Chu currently serves as the Director of Software Architecture at Allergan Data Labs, a position he has held since 2022. In this role, he leads the Platform Team, focusing on enhancing key performance outcomes related to speed of delivery and maintaining quality standards. Prior to this, he worked as the Director of Engineering at the same organization from 2021 to 2022, and as an Engineering Manager from 2020 to 2021. His responsibilities include guiding discussions and establishing reference architecture for various business, program, and system-level initiatives.
Previous Experience in Software Engineering
Eric Chu has a diverse background in software engineering, having held several significant positions prior to his current role. He worked as a Lead Software Engineer at Gilt Groupe from 2010 to 2012 and served as CTO at both Host Committee from 2013 to 2016 and Fevo from 2016 to 2020. His earlier career includes roles such as Senior Software Engineer and Lead Software Engineer at 4INFO, and a Web Developer position at Thomson Learning. His experience spans various aspects of software development and leadership.
Education and Expertise
Eric Chu earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Computer Science and Economics from Rutgers University, where he studied from 1998 to 2002. His educational background provides a strong foundation for his career in software architecture and engineering. His expertise encompasses software development, system architecture, and team leadership, contributing to his effectiveness in directing engineering teams and projects.
Career Progression
Eric Chu's career progression reflects a steady advancement in the field of software engineering. He began his career as a Programmer Analyst at Hoagland, Longo, Moran, Dunst & Doukas in 2001, followed by various roles that included contract positions and leadership roles in multiple organizations. His experience at companies like Siebel Systems and Gilt Groupe showcases his ability to adapt and thrive in different environments, ultimately leading to his current leadership position at Allergan Data Labs.