Eric Rhea

Eric Rhea is a Principal Engineer at Q2, specifically working on the Helix platform, which is a cloud-native banking-as-a-service solution. He has been in this role since November 2021 and is recognized as one of the original engineers behind Helix. His contributions include developing key technologies that support leading fintech brands such as Credit Karma and Betterment, and he actively engages in innovative projects within the company.12

Professional Background

• Current Role: Principal Engineer - Helix at Q2

  • Tenure: November 2021 - Present
  • Responsibilities:
    • Developed and implemented technologies for the Helix platform.
    • Established the Architecture Review Board for Helix.
    • Involved in AI initiatives across various teams within Q2.
    • Frequently speaks on topics related to Helix and artificial intelligence.12

• Previous Experience:

  • Developer at Q2 (2015 - Present)
  • Senior Software Architect at Social Money (2011 - 2015)
  • Independent Contractor with Robert Half Technology (2007 - 2011)
  • President of RTS, Inc. (2008 - Present), providing independent management consulting.1

Education

• Purdue University: Bachelor’s degree (1997 - 2003)
• MIT Sloan School of Management: Completed independent studies in Strategy and Innovation (2012 - 2014) with certifications in technology and product strategy.1

Skills and Expertise

Eric Rhea possesses extensive expertise in software engineering, project management, and consulting, with proficiency in programming languages such as JavaScript, T-SQL, and C#. He is passionate about leveraging technology to create innovative solutions that drive business growth.12