Hey There 👋 I am Alex Smith
Full Stack Software Engineer
A former Wall Street suit turned Full Stack Software Engineer for the past 9+ years. I manage and build creative solutions to complex problems.
A former Wall Street suit turned Full Stack Software Engineer for the past 9+ years. I manage and build creative solutions to complex problems.
I have been called many things...
but you can call me
A borderline cold brew coffee addict and a Florida native currently residing in Tampa, Florida, my name is Alexander Smith (Alex). If I had to describe a 'personal mission statement' , I'd say that mine is to provide others with opportunities - especially if it helps them move up the so-called socio-economic ladder.
While I call Tampa home, I was born in Baltimore, MD and I've been to Germany more times than my fingers permit me to count (I'm Black and German).
How I went from flipping burgers at the neighborhood DQ to Wall Street.
How I retired from being a corporate mercenary and became a Full-Stack Developer at a startup.
What I'm working towards next.
And while we're still talking about me, you can hire me to help you!
You don't know where you're going until you know where you've been.
TicketFire | Columbus, OH
2016 - 2018Intrinio | Remote
2018 - 2019Forem/DEV | Remote
2020 - 2022GiveCampus | Remote
2021 - 2022Kasheesh | Remote
2022 - 2023Calendly | Remote
2023 - 2024ezCater | Remote
2024 - presentRedfast | Remote (part time contracting)
2024 - presentYour Project | Remote
2025 - ?Looking for help? Reach out and let's chat!
These are people I've worked with and/or for professionally.
Alex is an articulate communicator and excellent at developing solutions for complex problems. He delivers top quality code. Always. The degree of emotional intelligence possessed by Alex makes him such a well rounded individual and an absolute pleasure to work alongside.
Senior Software Engineer @ Boundless Immigration
Alex, without question, is what you would call a 10x engineer. His ability to crank out quality code and present technical accomplishments to the business is next to none. However, all of that pales in comparison to his dedication to creating a safe and inclusive workspace for all.
Senior Software Engineer @ GiveCampus
Alex has an innate ability to see beyond the code. He's able to have high level conversations typically reserved for product managers unlike any other engineer I've ever seen. He understands how to translate things into layman's terms that is also tailored to a specific audience.
Senior Business Operations & Strategy Manager @ Pinterest
Alex helped me automate painstakingly manual and repetitive tasks that I had no idea could even be automated. He saves me several hours a week now. Throughout the process he was communicative, prompt, and professional. I'd absolutely work with him again.
CEO @ A Creative Co.
As an engineer, Alex is thoughtful, efficient, and has a keen eye for pitfalls and problem areas. As a teammate, he's considerate, conscientious, and deeply engaged. I'm lucky to have had the opportunity to work with and learn from him - couldn't have asked for a better coworker.
Senior Software Engineer @ Calendly