Hi, I'm Kev Perkins - Books. Ice Cream. Coffee.
I'm driven by the challenge of translating complex technical ideas into elegant, user-centric solutions. I thrive in dynamic environments where I can bridge engineering with product strategy, building impactful products that delight users.
At a glance
Curated signals on strengths, focus areas, and how they can help.
Interned at Google Maps as an Urban Mobility Data Engineer.
Currently a Product Solutions Engineer at Google, focusing on innovative tech solutions.
Can help others by sharing strategies for optimizing technical solutions to enhance user engagement.
🚀 Career trajectory
Technical Foundations
Began career in Technical Support Engineering and Fullstack Engineering at Taboola, building a strong technical base.
✦ Support Engineering
✦ Fullstack Development
Product Technology Leadership
Transitioned to Product Technology Manager role at Google, focusing on Ads and strategic product direction.
✦ Product Management
✦ Ads Technology
Product Solutions Engineering
Currently driving product solutions engineering at Google, leveraging technical expertise to solve complex user challenges.
✦ Product Solutions
✦ Engineering
💪🏻 Superpowers
Bridging Tech and User Needs
Translating complex technical concepts into user-friendly products.
Engineered product solutions, focusing on user experience and technical feasibility.
Developed full-stack internal applications, enhancing team productivity and efficiency.
Provided technical support, ensuring seamless user interaction with complex systems.
Strategic Product Evolution
Guiding product development from concept to successful implementation.
Managed Product Technology for Ads, aligning technical roadmaps with business objectives.
Transitioned from engineering to product management, driving strategic initiatives.
Currently contributing to Product Solutions Engineering, optimizing platform performance.
Cross-Functional Collaboration
Fostering collaboration between engineering, product, and support teams.
Worked across different roles at Taboola, gaining broad technical and operational insight.
Collaborated with diverse teams to deliver integrated technical solutions.
Experience in both startup and large tech environments, adapting to different team dynamics.
I'm excited about
Looking to connect with innovative minds shaping the future of technology.
Seeking opportunities to explore new product domains and contribute to groundbreaking projects.
Eager to find collaborators for ventures that blend creative problem-solving with technical excellence.
I can help with
Offer insights into product development best practices for tech platforms.
Share strategies for optimizing technical solutions to enhance user engagement.
Provide guidance on navigating career transitions within the tech industry.
I would love your help on
Discover emerging trends in consumer tech and innovative startups.
Find mentors with expertise in scaling AI-driven product features.
Connect with individuals exploring novel approaches to sustainable technology.