Hi, I'm Lili Yang - Co-Founder @ DownPat | Ex-Palantir
I'm driven by building cutting-edge Gen AI platforms that empower experts and creators to share knowledge. I thrive at the intersection of deep technical expertise and entrepreneurial vision, turning innovative ideas into impactful realities.
At a glance
Curated signals on strengths, focus areas, and how they can help.
Worked as a Staff Software Engineer at Google, a top-tier tech company.
Currently co-leading DownPat, an AI startup focused on empowering experts and creators.
Can offer insights into scaling AI platforms, building engineering teams, and startup innovation.
🚀 Career trajectory
Early Career Analyst
Began professional journey in financial analysis at Citi, building a strong quantitative and analytical foundation.
✦ Financial Analysis
✦ Citi
✦ Analyst
Senior Software Engineering at Google
Transitioned to deep technical roles, growing into a Staff Software Engineer focusing on complex software development.
✦ Software Development
✦ Staff Engineer
Entrepreneurial Ventures
Co-founded DownPat, leading technology development for an AI-driven platform for experts and content creators.
✦ DownPat
✦ Co-Founder
✦ CTO
✦ Gen AI
💪🏻 Superpowers
AI-Powered Education Pioneer
Spearheading the development of Gen AI platforms for expert content.
✦ Leading engineering teams at DownPat to build advanced AI teaching tools.
✦ Enabling experts and creators to share knowledge through innovative technology.
✦ Focusing on measurable value creation for users and educational impact.
Cross-Industry Technology Strategist
Bridging deep technical expertise with strategic business application.
✦ Transitioned from Staff Software Engineer at Google to co-founding an AI venture.
✦ Applied analytical skills from a finance background to technology product development.
✦ Utilizes a diverse tech stack including Python, Java, and AI technologies.
Full-Spectrum Engineering Leader
Driving product development from concept to execution.
✦ Managed engineering efforts for a novel AI platform focused on expert empowerment.
✦ Experience spans large tech companies like Google to startup environments.
✦ Combines hands-on coding with strategic technical leadership and team building.
I'm excited about
✦ Seeking collaborators to advance Gen AI applications in education and expert content.
✦ Looking to connect with investors interested in the future of AI-powered learning.
✦ Eager to explore strategic partnerships for DownPat's growth and impact.
I can help with
✦ Offer insights into scaling AI technology platforms from a technical and product perspective.
✦ Provide guidance on building and managing high-performing engineering teams.
✦ Share experiences in transitioning technology from large companies to startup innovation.
I would love your help on
✦ Advice on go-to-market strategies for AI-driven educational platforms.
✦ Connections to early-stage venture capital firms specializing in AI and EdTech.
✦ Feedback on user adoption and engagement strategies for expert communities.