Alex Hurst
About Alex Hurst
Alex Hurst is a Senior Software Engineer with extensive experience in full-stack engineering, currently working at TRM Labs since 2020. He has previously held positions at Illuminate Education, Inc. and has a strong background in API design and cloud-native applications.
Work at TRM Labs
Alex Hurst has been employed at TRM Labs as a Senior Software Engineer since 2020. In this role, he utilizes his full-stack engineering skills to contribute to various projects. His expertise includes API design and the development of cloud-native applications, with a focus on microservices. His work at TRM Labs reflects his commitment to advancing technology solutions in the software engineering field.
Previous Experience at Illuminate Education, Inc.
Prior to his current position, Alex Hurst worked at Illuminate Education, Inc. for four years. He started as a Software Engineer from 2016 to 2018 and progressed to the role of Senior Software Engineer from 2018 to 2020. During his tenure, he contributed to software development projects that supported educational initiatives.
Background in Education and Early Career
Alex Hurst studied at UC Santa Barbara, where he earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Aquatic Biology from 2004 to 2008. He also participated in a semester abroad at Bamfield Marine Sciences Centre in 2007, focusing on Aquatic Ecology Research. His early career included roles such as Senior Student Data Coordinator at Bright Star Schools and Fish and Wildlife Biologist at the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission.
Technical Skills and Contributions
Alex Hurst possesses full-stack engineering skills, particularly in Go, PHP, and Python. He has a strong background in API design and cloud-native applications, emphasizing microservice development. Additionally, he has contributed to open-source projects on GitHub, showcasing his technical expertise and commitment to the software development community.
Graphic Design and Early Work Experience
Before transitioning to software engineering, Alex Hurst worked as a Graphic Designer and Print Technician at Sign A Rama from 2011 to 2013. He also held positions at Bright Star Schools as a Student Data Coordinator from 2013 to 2014. His diverse work experience reflects a broad skill set that spans both technical and creative fields.