Alex Finnarn
About Alex Finnarn
Alex Finnarn is a Senior Full Stack Engineer at the University of Colorado, where he has worked since 2020. He has extensive experience in web development and software engineering, having previously held positions at various organizations including Highlights for Children and The Ohio State University.
Current Role at University of Colorado
Alex Finnarn serves as a Senior Full Stack Engineer at the University of Colorado since 2020. In this role, he has been instrumental in leading the migration of the university's online giving platform to a new infrastructure. This project utilized JavaScript/TypeScript and PHP, implementing Domain-driven Design to effectively separate content management from payment processing. Finnarn has also adopted Architectural Decision Records for change management, ensuring a clear chronology of development philosophies.
Previous Experience in Web Development
Before his current position, Finnarn worked as a Senior Web Developer at Highlights for Children for two months in 2019. He also held the role of Software Engineer at the University of Colorado from 2015 to 2019, where he maintained the online giving platform that generates $4.7 million annually in donations. His experience includes working as a Developer at Coplex and as a Consultant at Sogeti, where he contributed to various technology projects.
Research and Coordination Roles
Finnarn's early career includes a role as a Research Assistant at The Ohio State University from 2008 to 2009. He later worked as a Technology Coordinator at SCORE from 2009 to 2010. Additionally, he served as a Program Coordinator for Serve Yavapai, focusing on the Retiree Connection program from 2012 to 2013. These positions provided him with a diverse background in both research and program management.
Project Management and Methodologies
At the University of Colorado, Finnarn created a Kanban process for the development team, emphasizing the Theory of Constraints and Scaled Agile methodologies. This initiative aimed to enhance workflow efficiency and improve project management practices within the team. His focus on structured methodologies reflects his commitment to optimizing development processes.
Background in Marketing and Coordination
Finnarn has experience in marketing and coordination roles, having worked as a Marketing Coordinator at Tremont West Development Corporation from 2010 to 2012. This role complemented his technical background by providing insights into effective communication and project promotion within community-focused organizations.