Eric Chin
About Eric Chin
Eric Chin is a Principal Software Engineer at Liferay, where he established the Tech Lead Center of Excellence to standardize project processes. He has over seven years of experience at Liferay in various engineering roles and holds a Bachelor of Science in Computer Engineering from UC Irvine.
Work at Liferay
Eric Chin has been a significant contributor at Liferay, where he currently holds the position of Principal Software Engineer since 2023. Prior to this role, he served as Lead Software Engineer from 2019 to 2022 and as Senior Software Engineer from 2016 to 2018. In his current position, he is responsible for enabling tech leads globally, including in North America, India, and Brazil, to successfully manage full lifecycle projects. He also established the Tech Lead Center of Excellence at Liferay, which focuses on standardizing processes and documenting best practices.
Education and Expertise
Eric Chin earned a Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in Computer Engineering from the University of California, Irvine, where he studied from 2008 to 2012. His educational background provides a strong foundation for his work in software engineering. His expertise includes mentoring Senior and Lead Consultants at Liferay, helping them develop their skills as Tech Leads on customer projects.
Background
Before joining Liferay, Eric Chin worked as a Web Programming Intern at Trinet Internet Solutions from 2011 to 2012. This role provided him with practical experience in web programming, contributing to his skill set in software development. His career at Liferay has spanned multiple roles, allowing him to build a comprehensive understanding of software engineering and project management.
Achievements
Eric Chin established the Tech Lead Center of Excellence at Liferay, which serves to standardize processes and document best practices for leading full lifecycle projects. His role in managing and mentoring Senior and Lead Consultants is also notable, as it focuses on developing their capabilities in leading customer projects effectively.