Eric Fantillo

Edmonton, Canada

Software Developer actively seeking opportunities to create innovative software. Passionate about all aspects of entrepreneurship, software, and video game development.

Have a look around my resume/portfolio site to see some of the software I've created and some of the things I'm currently working on. To get a better idea about my experience and education, you can view my LinkedIn, GitHub, and the information on this site.

Feel free to connect with me on LinkedIn or send me an email at the address above.

  • Portfolio

    Click on the showcases below to see what they're all about and the details of how and why they were created! All but the first one are currently placeholders. Click here for an early prototype demo of the first portfolio item.

    Experience

    Software Developer

    Self-Employed

    Founded a software development company, which is currently implementing some original IP. Consulting on a multitude of projects. Developing mobile-friendly websites that are responsive and scalable. Most website work is done using Node.js, Bootstrap, and branches off from there with various dependencies and technologies like Angular, React, MongoDB, and more. Everything, from design and prototyping to testing, implementation, and support, is provided to clients.

    August 2017 - Present

    GenAI Data Analyst & Prompt Engineer

    DataAnnotation & Outlier.ai

    Trained generative artificial intelligence models that create text, images, spreadsheets, video games, animations, and AI Agents in simulated environments. Worked with Meta and Google to train models like Google Gemini Sheets AI and Google Genie. Crafted complex prompts to test AI models on various axes and criteria. Subsequently, rated two models’ responses based on this criterion in single-turn and multi-turn formats. Answered questions related to computer science & information technology to help train AI models, including evaluating and rating code generated by AI models. Using SIMs Agentic Simulation Platform, loaded and familiarized myself with scenarios, designed a task for the agent, and created the corresponding solution graph that was then executed. Ensured expected effects took place within the universe data and entered the reasoning. Rated & Reviewed peers’ work to ensure high quality and adherence to each project's criteria and goals.

    June 2023 - Present

    Support Analyst II

    WorkSafeBC

    Led change management reforms and spearheaded department and division-wide changes using our ITIL (Information Technology Infrastructure Library) change management processes within the broader IT Service Management (ITSM) framework using software like Microsoft System Center Service Manager and other applications. Aid in the transition of cloud deployment (Hybrid cloud deployment model) by supporting end users of migrating applications before, during, and after migration. Provide first-level support to internal and external stakeholders. Collaborating closely with other support staff to assist in prompt problem resolution. Keep customers informed on a problem's status while assessing the severity level based on customer impact and escalating incidents as needed. Provide exceptional customer service while providing hardware and software support for all WorkSafeBC technologies. Assist Support Analyst I's with more complex problems/requests and contribute to Knowledge Bases and online services to maintain WorkSafeBC technology and business knowledge to ensure continuous learning and growth. Record all interactions in the designated tracking tools and provide concise documentation to assist in diagnosis and resolution. Monitor open calls/incidents/reports and ensure updates and resolutions are provided to stakeholders based on established service-level agreements. Compile and analyze statistics, metrics, and reports. Identify trends and develop recommendations for express solutions and provide information to the management team. Participate in projects as a subject-matter expert (SME), user acceptance tester, and post-implementation support services. Coordinate and provide education, consultation, or instruction to customers to better leverage the hardware and software used at WorkSafeBC. Develop and deliver educational materials.

    April 2019 - June 2023

    IT Support Specialist

    Walmart Canada

    Provided Technical Support, troubleshooting, and Technical Training. Used Tableau to improve and create interactive data visualizations for in-store management known as FRED (Fast Reliable Effective Data). Made continuous improvements to best practices and recommended emerging new ones. Utilized Excel and other Microsoft Office tools to increase the efficiency of daily, weekly, and monthly tasks, including the ability to track and monitor others' progress.

    June 2016 - September 2017

    Personnel & Office Manager

    Walmart Canada

    Led the hiring, orientation, payroll, training, compliance, benefits, and more of 200+ associates. Maintained a high standard throughout every aspect of IT, Human Resources and Compliance, including holding fellow managers to a high standard, which resulted in consecutive 94%+ HR Audits. Collaborated with stakeholders to coordinate and communicate new policies, strategies, and initiatives. Created, wrote, and prepared engaging content for Walmart communication platforms (Slack/WIRE) accurately and punctually.

    January 2015 - June 2016

    Education

    Kwantlen Polytechnic University

    Bachelor of Technology
    Information Technology - Mobile and Web Application Development Specialization

    GPA: 3.57

    See my Certifications for further verified qualifications.

    September 2014 - May 2018

    Skills

    Programming Languages & Tools
    Skills Not Pictured Above
    • C# scripting for Unity and C++ scripting for Unreal Engine
    • Data Visualization & Management tools like Tableau, Hadoop, and IBM Watson
    • CloudOps: Amazon Web Services (AWS), Google Cloud Platform (GCP), Microsoft Azure, GSuite, and Docker
    • On-Page and Off-Page Search-Engine Optimization (SEO), including tools like Google Analytics & SEO Powersuite
    • Adept at all aspects of software development from planning to design, implementation, testing & support
    • Experience leading and working in both Agile (SCRUM, Kanban) and Waterfall development methodologies
    • Proven experience in IT and high-level retail management leading, training, and managing teams and projects to success
    • Visit my LinkedIn Skills Section for my top 100 skills.

    Certifications

    • Certified SAFe® 5 Practitioner by Scaled Agile, Inc.
    • Cisco Networking Academy® Introduction to Cybersecurity
    • Cisco Networking Academy® Routing and Switching: Routing and Switching Essentials
    • Cisco Networking Academy® Routing and Switching: Introduction to Networks
    • Visit my LinkedIn Certifications Section for an updated list of my many certifications.