# Alex Tanton

> AI Embracer @ Serve Robotics

Location: Austin, Texas, United States
Profile: https://flows.cv/alextanton

I'm a technical leader with 12+ years building scalable systems and high-performing engineering teams across startup and enterprise environments. Currently a Principal Software Engineer at Zebra Technologies, where I lead technical strategy for robotics automation solutions and influence architecture decisions across multiple teams.
My journey spans the full spectrum of engineering leadership - from hands-on CTO roles at early-stage companies to platform engineering at Amazon scale. I've built teams from the ground up, scaled products to thousands of users, and contributed to open-source projects that became AWS services.
What drives me:

Solving complex technical problems while keeping the customer at the center
Building engineering cultures that value code quality, collaboration, and continuous learning
Bridging the gap between technical strategy and business impact
Mentoring engineers and fostering team growth

I'm passionate about modern engineering practices - from comprehensive testing and pair programming to DevOps culture and AI-enhanced development workflows. Whether it's architecting microservices for global fulfillment centers or building observability platforms for manufacturers, I thrive on turning technical complexity into elegant, scalable solutions.
Originally from Canada, now based in Austin, TX. When I'm not coding or leading teams, you'll find me behind the drums with my band Lonesome Ranch, learning to draw, or exploring the latest in music recording and sound engineering.
Currently seeking: Engineering Director opportunities where I can combine my technical depth with leadership experience to build exceptional engineering teams and drive product innovation.
Let's connect if you're building something interesting or want to chat about engineering leadership, Go, React, or the Austin tech scene!

## Work Experience
### Engineer @ Serve Robotics
Jan 2025 – Present | Austin TX

### Principal Software Engineer @ Zebra Technologies
Jan 2022 – Present | Austin, Texas, United States

### Chief Technology Officer @ Factory Finch
Jan 2020 – Jan 2022

### Chief Technology Officer @ Mi Padrino
Jan 2016 – Jan 2020 | Austin, Texas, United States

### Sr. Software Engineer @ Amazon
Jan 2017 – Jan 2019 | Austin, Texas, United States

### Sr Software Engineer @ Return Path
Jan 2015 – Jan 2017 | Austin, Texas, United States

### Software Engineer @ uStudio
Jan 2013 – Jan 2015 | Austin, Texas, United States


## Education
### Bachelor's degree in Biochemistry/Mathematics
Texas State University
Jan 2009 – Jan 2011

### Bachelor's degree in Philosophy
Kenyon College
Jan 2003 – Jan 2007

### Bachelor's degree in Philosophy
Kenyon College


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

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Last updated: 2026-03-29