Hi, I'm Sahil Patel - Software Engineer at Key
I thrive on building and scaling impactful AI-driven products, transforming complex challenges into high-velocity, real-time solutions. I'm most energized collaborating with forward-thinking teams on cutting-edge technical problems in AI and platform development.
At a glance
Curated signals on strengths, focus areas, and how they can help.
Interned at Key, leading end-to-end delivery and shipping production features for AI platforms.
Currently building AI-powered, real-time platforms specializing in MERN stack and Next.js.
Can help others by advising on system design for scalable and real-time AI applications.
🚀 Career trajectory
Foundational Frontend Development
Began career as a Frontend Developer, mastering core web technologies and user interface design.
✦ Frontend Development
✦ HTML5
✦ CSS
✦ JavaScript
Associate Software Developer Growth
Transitioned to an Associate Software Developer role, expanding into backend technologies and system design.
✦ Full-Stack Development
✦ Node.js
✦ Express.js
✦ Database Management
AI-Focused Software Engineer
Currently driving innovation as a Software Engineer, specializing in AI-powered platforms and real-time systems.
✦ AI
✦ TypeScript
✦ Next.js
✦ System Design
💪🏻 Superpowers
AI-Driven Platform Engineering
Expert in building and scaling real-time, AI-enhanced applications.
✦ Engineered scalable UI and backend systems for AI platforms.
✦ Achieved 30-40% faster load times and 40% smaller bundles.
✦ Integrated advanced AI APIs like Gemini and Perplexity.
Full-Stack Velocity & Architecture
Proven ability to architect and deliver complex software solutions rapidly.
✦ Led end-to-end development in a high-velocity startup environment.
✦ Designed and implemented scalable microservices architecture.
✦ Proficient in Next.js, Node.js, Express.js, and MongoDB.
Strategic Partnership & Product Vision
Collaborates closely with leadership to define strategy and drive product success.
✦ Partnered directly with CEO to define product strategy.
✦ Contributed to code reviews and production feature delivery.
✦ Recognized for product thinking and cross-team leadership.
I'm excited about
✦ Exploring opportunities to build and scale impactful AI-driven products.
✦ Collaborating with forward-thinking teams on challenging technical problems.
✦ Connecting with innovators to drive advancements in real-time platform development.
I can help with
✦ Architecting and building high-performance, AI-enhanced web applications.
✦ Integrating complex third-party APIs to extend platform functionality.
✦ Advising on system design for scalable and real-time applications.
I would love your help on
✦ Gaining insights into emerging AI research and applications.
✦ Finding co-founders with complementary expertise in AI product management.
✦ Connecting with investors focused on deep-tech and AI startups.