🃏Eric Smalling

Eric Smalling is a seasoned professional currently serving as a Snyk Dev Advocate with a diverse background in the tech industry.

With a strong educational foundation in Computer Science from Tarrant County College, University of Arizona, and Shadow Mountain High School, Eric has honed his skills and expertise over the years.

Throughout his career, Eric has held various significant roles in reputable organizations, including Senior Developer Advocate at Snyk, Staff Field Engineer/Kubernetes Architect at VMware Pivotal Labs, and positions at Docker, Inc. and VMware among others.

His vast experience includes roles like SA Practice Manager, Solution Architect, Consulting Architect, and Principal Consultant, showcasing his deep understanding of technology and its applications.

Prior to his current role, Eric has held key positions at companies such as MomentumSI, ViaRun, Inc, Southwest Airlines, Travelocity, and Datalex, specializing in software engineering and architecture.

Eric's journey in the tech industry has seen him contribute to notable airlines like American Airlines and Southwest Airlines, where his expertise in software engineering was invaluable.

His background also includes experiences as a Reservations Agent and QikRes Consultant, adding a diverse range of skills to his already impressive resume.

Outside of his professional endeavors, Eric Smalling is a devoted family man and an advocate for various social causes as reflected in his support for movements like #BLM, #StopWar, and #StopGunViolence.

With a wealth of experience and a passion for technology and advocacy, Eric Smalling continues to make significant contributions to the tech industry and beyond.