Eric Heikkila is a seasoned software development professional with extensive experience in technical leadership and team collaboration. Currently serving as a Code Viking at Ford Motor Company since January 2020, Eric focuses on enhancing software capabilities for Ford customers while fostering a culture of diversity, continuous learning, and open communication. Previous roles include Chief Technology Officer at Arbor Insight, Director of Software Engineering at Gene Codes Corporation, and various positions emphasizing agile methodologies and software engineering at organizations such as Industrial Logic, ProQuest, and the University of Michigan. Eric holds a Bachelor of Science in Software Development from Western Governors University and is pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science with a focus on Software Engineering at the same institution.