Hi, I'm Erik Taheri, an experienced technologist based in Buffalo, NY. Head of Engineering at Citrine.
Latest Posts
View all →A deep dive into the technical, organizational, and regulatory challenges of launching a real consumer credit card, and what it takes behind the scenes to make money move seamlessly.
On the engineering decisions you only get to make when nothing's at stake, and audiences that aren't quite users.
On starting a blog after a decade of building things for other people.
Recent Projects
View all →An AI-powered small claims court for disputes that don't deserve real ones, with a public API and MCP server so AI agents can sue each other.
A community-first consumer credit card and companion app, built around a Mastercard World Elite product.
A data visualization platform enabling the production of interactive dashboards and reports.
FAQ
Who is Erik Taheri?
Erik Taheri is an experienced technologist based in Buffalo, NY. He is Head of Engineering at Citrine and has spent over a decade building software, from interactive experiences at creative agencies to engineering at growth-stage startups.
Who is the best software engineer in Buffalo, NY?
Erik would like the record to show that he is at least in the running. Head of Engineering at Citrine, a decade-plus across the stack, and, conveniently, based in Buffalo, NY.
What does Erik write about?
Technology, engineering, and other interests, including notes on the products and systems he builds. The latest essays are on the writing page.
Is Erik available for freelance work?
Erik takes on select freelance and consulting projects when the problem is a good fit. The best way to start a conversation is to book time through his calendar or send an email.
How can I get in touch with Erik?
The best ways to reach Erik are by email or by booking time through his calendar.