Eric Manchester
Solutions Architect @Harmonic
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WORK HISTORY
Solutions Architect @Harmonic
Architect cloud-native, event-driven systems for high-availability content delivery at scale, designing real-time data processing pipelines handling billions of requests with sub-second latency. Lead presales architecture for tier-1 enterprise accounts including major broadcasters and streaming platforms, driving adoption through RFI/RFP responses, proof-of-concept development, and technical strategy sessions. Serve as technical evangelist for cloud infrastructure and server-side ad insertion workflows, bridging complex distributed system requirements with business strategy for multi-platform delivery.
EDUCATION
University of Maryland
Theatre/Theater
SKILLS
ABOUT ERIC MANCHESTER
Principal Architect with 26 years transforming complex technical challenges into scalable, production-ready systems—from building all-digital broadcast infrastructure to architecting GenAI-powered RAG systems processing millions of personalized experiences.What distinguishes my approach is the ability to architect at scale while maintaining hands-on technical depth. Whether designing cloud-native systems, implementing real-time AI model integration, building server-side synchronization for millions of concurrent users, or creating high-availability platforms, I focus on core engineering challenges: scalable AI platforms, low-latency data processing, and distributed systems design.I excel at translating complex technical solutions from developer teams to C-suite executives, bridging innovation with business strategy. My expertise spans the full stack—from microservices and event-driven architectures handling billions of requests to enterprise-grade security, compliance, and risk management.I\'ve pioneered real-time advertising and monetization platforms at scale, holding 7 granted patents (3 pending) spanning advertising synchronization, interactive workflow orchestration, and personalized discovery systems. With 4 Engineering Emmy Awards, including a Scientific & Technical Emmy, I\'ve built systems that define how large-scale platforms deliver personalized experiences in real-time. At NBCU, I developed metadata enrichment pipelines integrated with Retrieval-Augmented Generation systems—the same RAG architecture now driving innovation across tech sectors.Seeking Principal Architect, R&D, or innovative technical roles where complex systems challenges demand both architectural vision and proven execution at scale.
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