About
Software Engineer enjoying coffee, cars, and computers.
Here are some of my favorite Aphorisms
- Nothing is more permanent than a temporary fix.
- I don't need to be a chef to know when the food taste bad.
- All code is bad, but not all code adds value.
- There are two hard problems in computer science: cache invalidation, naming things, and off-by-one errors.
Technologies
.NET
8+ years of .NET experience, building APIs that are easy to understand and use, creating maintainable code that is unit testable, and documenting process while following best practices.
Databases
Elegant yet performant relational databases, heavy integration with Entity Framework, code first migrations using PostgreSQL, MSSQL. Experience with NoSQL using Redis and MongoDB.
TypeScript
Functional applications with many variations of JS Frameworks implemented (including React, Next.JS), also event loop go brrr.
Docker
Containerization of apps and services, docker-compose, docker repositories and k8s implementations.
Cloud Services
Developed apps using AWS, Azure, GCP using Compute, Storage, Network services, and many more. Lots of integrations with Azure Entra.
GraphQL
Scalable, dynamic data queries, both from a client side and server side. Large implementations across multiple data sources using Hasura.
Soft Skills
Technical expertise without soft skills, is much like a pizza without sauce.
Empathy
People need solutions created by people, it's always about understanding others deeply, allowing the ability to deliver the solution not a solution.
Collaboration
Cross-functional teams provide an extremely high collaborative environment while providing unique perspectives.
Fearless Problem Solving
Willing to accept challenges with confidence, that others may turn away.
Approachability
Understanding that people have different levels of knowledge and may need topics discussed at different levels.
Time Management
You cannot bake a 30 minute cake in 5 minutes, but first you need to know that cake takes 30 minutes.
Open Minded
If I was always right, then I likely wouldn't have this site, as I would be retired already. Always willing to accept new ideas and concepts.
Resume
Summary
Austin Coffman
Results-driven engineering leader with 8+ years of experience guiding teams and architecting scalable solutions. Passionate about tackling complex engineering challenges, optimizing systems, and fostering team growth. Excels in fast-paced environments, balancing hands-on technical expertise with strategic leadership. Firm believer that people are key, and that software starts and ends with people
Education
B.S. in Computer Science
Aug 2013 - May 2017
Indiana State University, Indiana
Awards
Ed-Fi Innovator of the Year
Resultant | 2023
Lead developer for the Indiana Graduates Prepared to Succeed (GPS) Application. This comprehensive application helps Indiana educators, learners, and parents better interact with and understand education data. As a result, Resultant was awarded the Ed-Fi Innovator of the Year award.
2020 Industry Innovator Award
Resultant | 2020
Lead backend developer for the AMARO solution. This solution was a cutting edge Microelectronics Supply Chain Risk tool for the US Navy. This product achieved a 40% reduction in the critical supply chain risk-assessment process. As a result, Resultant was awarded the coveted 2020 Industry Innovator Award.
Commendation
Cosworth Electronics | 2019
Awarded for the complete production of a telemetry system for IndyCar utilizing Vehicle-to-everything (V2X) technology. View the award here.
Professional Experience
Senior Software Engineer
Jun 2025 - Present
Emergent Software | Technology Consulting | Indianapolis, IN
- Architecting new applications and features using industry standard best practices.
- Meeting with clients to craft technology solutions that meet their business needs and estimate the effort required to deliver.
- Participating in technical requirements gathering, technology selection, data modeling, Azure infrastructure design, and DevOps & CI/CD process design.
- Deepening expertise in the Microsoft ecosystem, while providing clients the best possible solutions.
Software Engineering Manager
Feb 2024 - Jun 2025
Resultant | Technology Consulting | Indianapolis, IN
- Managed and mentoring a diverse team of 5 engineers (Junior to Staff), providing a culture of continuous improvement and learning.
- Drove the direction of our 30+ person engineering department on topics such as tooling, process, values, mentoring, and career pathways.
- Orchestrated a hiring strategy, successfully recruiting 6 engineers and 2 interns in 2024.
- Served as Technical Solution Owner (TSO), directing system architecture, collaborating cross-functionally, and advising on technology solutions.
Senior Software Engineer
Feb 2022 - Feb 2024
Resultant | Technology Consulting | Indianapolis, IN
- Advised on new client projects as a solution architect, delivering strategic recommendations, outcomes, timelines, and expectations.
- Guided junior engineers through mentorship, conducting code reviews and leading knowledge-sharing session initiatives.
- Deployed cloud-based solutions across Azure, AWS and GCP.
- Implemented a custom GraphQL based Query Builder tool that allows users to query any parameter in a relational way to generate results, reports, comparisons, and exports. All custom and in-house, while being scalable.
- Developed and automated CI/CD pipelines tailored to diverse deployment constraints.
- Refactored legacy systems, adding significant performance gains in data acquisition and load times.
Software Engineer
Jan 2020 - Feb 2022
Resultant | Technology Consulting | Indianapolis, IN
- Built and optimized RESTful APIs using primarily .NET, integrating multiple databases, background processes, authentication, and data transformation.
- Partnered with cross-functional teams, troubleshooting issues and steering projects through the SDLC.
- Leveraged deep expertise in .NET packages, including Entity Framework, LINQ, and Identity.
- Architected and optimized high-performant relational databases.
- Integrated WebSockets for real-time in-app notifications, improving system responsiveness.
Software Engineer
Jun 2017 - Dec 2019
Cosworth Electronics | Motorsport Electronics | Indianapolis, IN
- Developed and maintained software in a source-controlled environment (TFS).
- Managed the Live on Air WiMAX 3G telemetry system for the IndyCar Series. This involved a suite of software ranging from data analysis tools to hardware configuration tools.
- Authored and maintained documentation for actively developed software and products.
- Interfaced with executive customers and senior engineers as a technical resource.
- Maintained multiple .NET Framework projects, resolving defects and implementing new features.
Portfolio
Please checkout some of my professional, personal and freelance work.
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- Professional
- Personal
Graduates Prepared to Succeed
Built for the Indiana Department of Education, serving as a state wide metrics for student and school performance.
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AMARO
A part-centric supply chain solution providing microelectronics procurement assurance to the U.S. Department of Defense.
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ESEAT
Military curated budgetary document reference system, providing digestible data for at the sub-project and up level.
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Terminal in CSS
Small personal project to become more comfortable with working on CSS animations and JS.
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Pi Race Strategy
Ingests Real-Time data logger streams for use by IndyCar teams to aid in possible pit strategies and fuel consumption.
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