Eric Boyer
About Eric Boyer
Eric Boyer serves as the Lead Architect at Firmex in Toronto, Canada, where he has worked since 2016. He has extensive experience in software development and architecture, having held various roles at Firmex and other companies over the past 15 years.
Work at Firmex
Eric Boyer has been with Firmex since 2011, progressing through several roles to his current position as Lead Architect, which he has held since 2016. Prior to this, he served as Platform Lead from 2014 to 2016 and as a Senior Platform Developer from 2011 to 2014. He also briefly worked as a Technical Lead in 2014. His tenure at Firmex has allowed him to develop a comprehensive understanding of the company's technology stack and architecture.
Education and Expertise
Eric Boyer earned a Bachelor of Engineering in Computer Systems from Carleton University, completing his studies from 2002 to 2006. His educational background laid the foundation for his extensive expertise in programming languages such as Java, C++, C#, Ruby, and JavaScript. He has advanced skills in database management systems, including SQLite, MySQL, and SQL Server, and is proficient in various version control systems like Mercurial, SVN, and Git.
Background
Before joining Firmex, Eric Boyer gained experience in various software development roles. He worked as a Software Developer at Codesta from 2008 to 2011 and held positions at March Networks, including Intermediate Software Developer and Solutions Engineering Specialist. He also briefly worked at the National Research Council. This diverse background has contributed to his comprehensive skill set in both front-end and back-end development.
Technical Skills
Eric Boyer possesses a strong proficiency in both static and dynamic programming languages, alongside advanced skills in database management systems. He has a comprehensive understanding of web technologies, including ASP.Net, HTML5, CSS3, and JavaScript frameworks like jQuery and Sencha Touch. Additionally, he is experienced in cloud services, particularly AWS EC2 and S3, and is actively learning emerging technologies such as Cassandra, Go, and Rust.
Professional Development
Eric Boyer actively seeks out new technologies and methodologies to enhance task efficiency and effectiveness. His commitment to professional development is evident in his ongoing learning of emerging technologies, which reflects his dedication to staying current in the rapidly evolving field of software development.