Eric Gehner

Eric Gehner is a highly experienced software engineer with a robust background in game development and web technologies. Currently serving as a Senior Software Engineer at REI since September 2021, Eric previously held the position of Senior Software Engineer at DoubleDown Interactive from May 2014 to March 2021. Eric played a significant role in architecting and developing internal tools for popular mobile game applications, implementing tooling solutions to enhance functionality, and mentoring team members to improve workflow efficiency. Prior experience includes work at PopCap Games, where Eric contributed to the development of exceptionally popular games like Bejeweled Blitz and Solitaire Blitz, as well as earlier roles in web development and user experience design. Eric holds a Bachelor of Fine Arts in Painting and Printmaking from Southern Illinois University, Carbondale.