# Alex Barclay

> Software Engineer II | Mobile App Developer @ Garmin

Location: Thornton, Colorado, United States
Profile: https://flows.cv/alexbarclay

At Garmin, my role as Software Engineer II centers around pioneering mobile applications that enhance connectivity and user experience. With a Bachelor's degree in Philosophy complemented by specialized certifications in Computer Software and Full-stack Web Development, my educational journey informs my approach to software engineering, blending critical thinking with technical acumen.

Embracing Agile practices, I've effectively collaborated with a four-person team, leading UI asset creation for a new app and ensuring quality through test-driven development. My expertise in Swift, SwiftUI, Kotlin, and RESTful APIs reflects my commitment to technical excellence and my passion for driving innovation in mobile technology.

## Work Experience
### Software Engineer II @ Garmin
Jan 2023 – Present | Boulder, Colorado, United States
As a skilled Mobile App Developer, I've spearheaded the development of cutting-edge mobile applications for both iOS (utilizing Swift, SwiftUI, and UI Kit) and Android (leveraging Kotlin). My expertise extends to designing and implementing robust RESTful APIs in Kotlin, ensuring seamless connectivity and functionality. Collaborating within a team of four engineers, I've embraced Agile methodologies to achieve project milestones effectively. Taking charge of UI asset creation and replacement for a new application, I've demonstrated adept management skills. Moreover, my commitment to quality assurance is evident through the creation of functional tests following test-driven development (TDD) practices. I've also contributed significantly to database design and optimization, ensuring efficient data storage and retrieval. Notably, I served as the primary engineer for the Android app and initiated the migration process to Jetpack Compose, further enhancing our app's performance and user experience.

### Software Engineer @ Webscale Networks
Jan 2021 – Jan 2022 | Boulder, Colorado, United States
As a Backend Engineer, I contributed extensively to the development of a robust Ruby-based REST API, focusing on its scalability and reliability. One of my key achievements was implementing a sophisticated role-based access control system, complete with permission inheritance, to fortify our system's security measures. Additionally, I spearheaded the creation of a specialized stateful-convergence script, optimizing Elasticsearch upgrades for zero downtime, ensuring uninterrupted service. I consistently upheld coding excellence by delivering meticulously documented, efficient, and clean code following industry best practices and standards. Implementing comprehensive unit tests and conducting thorough code testing were integral parts of my responsibilities, allowing for the prompt identification and resolution of bugs. Moreover, I actively led and participated in code reviews, fostering collaboration and ensuring that all code met stringent quality benchmarks and coding guidelines.

### Donation Station @ Personal Projects
Jan 2021 – Jan 2021
Worked on a team with three other engineers to build and deploy a platform for posting and claiming donations. Served as the Architecture Manager
- Designed database schemas and configured server routes for the back-end
- Implemented sorting donations by distance between the donor and claimant location
- Proposed which technologies to use, and coordinated their scaffolding

### Database System Design and Scaling @ Personal Projects
Jan 2021 – Jan 2021
TypeScript, PostgreSQL, AWS (EC2, Load-balancer), Docker, Loader.IO, K6, Express

- Designed and deployed a server and database
- Used Docker for ease-of-scaling
- Implemented a load-balancer

### Out-Linear @ Personal Projects
Jan 2021 – Jan 2021
A tool for writers to use in outlining their projects.

### Barclay & Trimarchi's Clothing Emporium @ Personal Projects
Jan 2021 – Jan 2021
JavaScript, React, CSS3, Express, Jest
- Created a front-page with a Lighthouse best practices score of 93
- Designed a DOM tree which handles images of all sizes gracefully
- Loads with a total blocking time of 370 ms

### Issuance @ Personal Projects
Jan 2020 – Jan 2021
A Jira-like issue-management board for projects. Supports authentication and concurrent users, as well as persistence.


## Education
### Certification in Computer Software Engineering
Hack Reactor
Jan 2021 – Jan 2021

### Continuing Education in Computer Science
University of Colorado Denver
Jan 2019 – Jan 2019

### Continuing Education in Computer Science
University of Colorado Boulder
Jan 2019 – Jan 2019

### Certification in Full-stack Web Development
Origin Code Academy
Jan 2018 – Jan 2018

### Bachelor's degree in Philosophy
University of Colorado Boulder
Jan 2014 – Jan 2018


## Contact & Social
- LinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/in/alex-barclay

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Last updated: 2026-03-29