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Hey, I'm Steve Furches - Software Developer, Scientist, Educator
Senior Software Engineer combining technical expertise with scientific rigor. Based in Knoxville, Tennessee, I build full-stack applications and bring a unique perspective from two decades in science and education.
About Me
As a Senior Software Engineer with over 6 years of development experience and a PhD in Population Genetics, I bring a unique perspective to software engineering.
My background combines technical expertise in full-stack development (Vue.js, TypeScript, Nuxt, Node) with scientific rigor from two decades in research and education. I'm the Technical Lead on several projects at Cadre5, building enterprise applications that solve real-world problems.
Work Experience
Frequently Asked Questions
Answers to common questions about my background and expertise.
My core expertise is in the front end, with Vue, TypeScript, and Nuxt. I also have experience with Node and Python (and a some C#/.NET). I have done a few hobby projects in Go and Flutter. I am also using AI tools such as Claude Code to increase the efficiency of my work flow and automate repetitive tasks.
I currently serve as Technical Lead on four enterprise projects at Cadre5, building web applications for government and business clients. I've worked on projects involving real-time data processing, complex business logic, and user-friendly interfaces for technical and non-technical users alike.
I bring together software engineering expertise with 20 years of scientific research and teaching experience. My PhD in Botany & Population Genetics, as well as my background in public health and environmental science give me a unique analytical perspective. I approach problems with scientific rigor, focusing on evidence-based solutions honed through years of peer-reviewed research and teaching at the university level.