Erin McLaughlin, MSE

Senior Software Engineer

Summary

Software engineer with over 5 years of experience in .NET application development. Specializes in leading projects that streamline internal business processes and enhance productivity.

Work Experience

Cobalt Logo

Cobalt Benefits Group, LLC

Remote

Senior Software Engineer / Platform Analyst

Mar 2024 – Present
  • .NET 8
  • Blazor
  • REST API
  • SQL
  • EF Core
  • Dapper
  • Azure DevOps
  • CI/CD
  • Agile
  • Technical Leadership
  • Software Architecture

Worked on a variety of web and console applications to improve internal process efficiency. Served as technical leader of the software architecture team. Led the initial transition toward more collaborative development processes.

Application Developer

Aug 2023 – Mar 2024
  • .NET 7
  • Blazor
  • REST API
  • SQL
  • EF Core
  • Dapper
  • Azure DevOps
  • CI/CD
  • Agile

Worked as part of an internal development team, building web and console applications to address internal stakeholder requests. Encouraged a shift toward context-driven development to improve cross-departmental communication.

Lighthouse Logo

Lighthouse Instruments

Charlottesville, VA

Software Engineer

Mar 2019 – Aug 2023
  • .NET 5/6
  • Blazor
  • REST API
  • SQL
  • EF Core
  • GitLab
  • CI/CD
  • Agile
  • Project Management
  • Technical Leadership
  • Software Architecture

Initiated and led web application development focused on improving internal workflows. Replaced several paper-based processes within the company. Collaborated closely with internal stakeholders and prioritized tight feedback loops.

Research Assistant

Oct 2016 – Mar 2019

Designed and executed measurement studies using laser-based headspace gas analysis.

Sample Projects

WordLP · Code / Demo

A wordle clone built for a friend's wedding. Made with Blazor WASM and designed for mobile.

Jam Exam · Code / Demo

A musical trivia game consuming Spotify's REST API. Made with Blazor Server and TailwindCSS.

My Website · Code / Demo

My personal website, featuring an AI chatbot that can answer questions about me. Made with OpenAI APIs and Microsoft Semantic Kernel.

Education

Pennsylvania State University

Remote

Master of Software Engineering

Aug 2021 – Aug 2023

    Bridgewater State University

    Bridgewater, MA

    Bachelor of Science, General Biology

    Aug 2012 – May 2016