Ed Schwehm

About Ed Schwehm

As a Tech Lead with a strong software development background, I bridge the gap between client needs and technical implementation. I work closely with client stakeholders to ensure their requirements are clearly represented in our specifications. My role involves refining these specifications to ensure they are clear and actionable for our development team. After laying this groundwork, I lead the development team in designing and building robust, maintainable tech solutions. Throughout the process, I oversee the transition from clear specs to high-quality implementation, ensuring both short-term and long-term success.For the past 14 years, I\'ve been developing client solutions using Sitecore, spanning versions from 6.2 to 10.3 and XM Cloud. My expertise includes extensive work with Coveo, Sitecore Content Hub, and Azure, where I’ve delivered powerful, scalable digital experiences. This deep experience with Sitecore and its ecosystem allows me to craft tailored solutions that meet diverse client needs and drive meaningful results.With extensive experience in software development, I am proficient in C# and have worked with SQL, HTML, CSS, JavaScript, Next.js, VB.NET, and PHP. I\'ve developed numerous multi-tier applications across internal, shrinkwrap, and consulting environments, ensuring scalable, efficient, and high-quality solutions. My technical expertise is bolstered by a keen understanding of both front-end and back-end development, allowing me to deliver comprehensive, end-to-end projects.

Experience

1. Technology Lead

   Horizontal

   Jun 2022 — Present

   As a Technology Lead at Horizontal Digital, I manage, develop, and implement technology solutions for our clients. I own the full technology stack that supports our digital solutions and play a critical role within the team. As a digital technology expert, I lead as a player/coach, managing developer resources and working side-by-side with project teams. I actively participate in defining requirements, shaping technical solutions, and taking a hands-on approach to implementation and quality assurance.In this role, I work across multiple projects with a diverse team of front-end and back-end developers, digital strategists, project managers, and the UX/creative team. My goal is to manage the team to produce great work, expand our technical capabilities, and help clients meet their digital objectives.What I do:Assign and oversee the daily tasks of developers to produce intuitive, scalable, and effective experiences.Clear blockers and impediments, and act as an escalation point.Coach, mentor, and develop staff, including performance reviews and career development.Help win new business by participating in proposal development and client presentations.Meet with clients to assess digital technology challenges and translate business needs into technical requirements.Lead planning, execution, and delivery of digital technology solutions.Ensure development processes comply with quality, accessibility, and security standards.Communicate status, progress, and risks to project teams.Recruit, interview, and hire as needed.Participate in sprint planning meetings to ensure team objectives are met.

Education

• Tufts University

  BS, Computer Science

  2000 — 2004

• Tufts University Gordon Institute

  Masters of Science, Engineering Management

  2010 — 2012

Skills

• Javascript
• C#
• Css
• Asp.net
• Agile Methodologies
• Mysql
• Html
• Microsoft Sql Server
• Scrum
• Vb.net
• Tdd
• Sitecore
• Test Driven Development
• Sql
• .net
• Android
• Databases
• Asp.net Mvc
• Software Engineering
• Subversion
• Visual Studio
• Web Applications
• Git
• Ajax
• Ruby on Rails
• Web Services
• Xml
• Jquery
• Software Development
• Cascading Style Sheets (Css)
• .net Framework