VIJETA
Technical Product Manager | AI Infrastructure & 0-to-1 Builder
Dual-threat Product Leader bridging deep-tech AI execution with 0-to-1 business strategy. Leverages a unique background as a startup Co-Founder, UX Researcher, and AI Software Engineer to architect end-to-end systems.
The Manifesto
"I am a multidisciplinary Software Development Engineer, startup co-founder, and AI Researcher passionate about transforming complex logic into intuitive, high-impact business solutions."
I bring a unique hybrid of advanced technical expertise—engineering autonomous, tool-using AI systems utilizing the Model Context Protocol (MCP) and Generative Engine Optimization (GEO)—and deep creative strategy. Whether I am rapidly prototyping hardware integrations, revamping website user experiences, or driving the complete brand vision for technoware startups, I build products that are technically uncompromising and hyper-focused on the user.
Combining product logic with team management and data analytics, I specialize in solving operational challenges and translating ambitious ideas into scalable, market-ready realities.
The Brain / Engineering & Architecture
AI & Generative Workflows
CV Builder: Local-first React CV builder alternative to FlowCV managing state-heavy UI.
Question Paper Checker: Automated educational grading built utilizing Genkit.
AI Study Buddy: Interactive quiz app generating quizzes from raw files with AI explanations.
Systems Architecture
VJ Workspace: Comprehensive internal-tooling with dashboard generation, ticket management, and Git automation.
Sales Engine API: Modular backend API design.
Mental Health Chatbot: Client-server architecture utilizing Python's socket library.
IoT & Hardware Edge
Local LLM Bot: Integrating Arduino and VL53L0X sensors with local nano large language models.
Smart Attendance: RFID-based automation syncing to Google Sheets.
Frontend & UI Execution
Next.js Portfolio: Performant web animations with Next.js, Framer Motion, and GSAP.
Timetable Site: Interactive scheduling and notification routing based on UI research.
Data Analytics & Product Logic
My analytics background is highly practical and product-focused. I actively analyze student learning patterns and pinpoint educational misconceptions using raw performance data (processing interactions for millions of students).
Strategic Executions:
- Drafted the PRD for an automated dashboard generation suite tailored for school analytics.
- Streamlined analytics dashboards by isolating specific project cohorts, ensuring data maintained a strict focus on high-risk performance metrics.
- Handled core database setups by strictly configuring databases for internal research.
The Hustle
0-to-1 Startup Experience & Prototyping.
Scroll to explore my journey co-founding Hext and driving early rapid prototypes.
Identifying the Market Void
Operating as Co-Founder of Hext, I conducted rigorous competitor analysis and TAM sizing to define our core value proposition, translating abstract ideas into a concrete GTM strategy.
Architecting for Scale
Translated ambiguous business requirements into strict technical PRDs. Architected our foundational cloud infrastructure on AWS and authored comprehensive RESTful API schemas.
Generative AI & Hardware
Fast execution on hardware-software integrations. Designed an IoT personal assistant bot utilizing Arduino, VL53L0X sensors, and local nano LLMs to bridge physical and digital spaces.
Kwarter Klub Brand Architecture
Developed the complete business proposal and brand aesthetic for a technoware and streetwear brand. Bridged physical products with digital presence by designing concepts for electronic avatars, targeting Gen Z and Gen Alpha consumer trends.
The Canvas / UX & Consultancy
Yooham Foods & Pujaroom.com
Brand Strategy & UI ConsultancyLed UI and UX optimization for traditional handmade puja essentials and food startups. Translated complex psychology into cohesive brand identities.
Bonhomiaworld
E-commerce OptimizationRevamped user experiences and interfaces for gourmet coffee and brewing systems platforms.
Career Timeline
Software Development Engineer (AI R&D)
- AI Systems Architecture: Engineered autonomous, tool-using AI systems utilizing the Model Context Protocol (MCP), Agent Development Kit (ADK), and Android Studio Narwhal in Agent Mode.
- Team Leadership & Process: Managed direct reports, handling end-to-end management from drafting six-month internship contracts to establishing strict weekly reporting workflows and course completion requirements.
- Data Analytics: Leading data-driven analysis of student learning patterns and misconceptions across millions of student interactions.
- Mobile & Front End Dev: Expanded product ecosystem via mobile apps and automated dashboard suites.
- Backend Architecture: Handled core database setups, strictly configuring robust infrastructures for internal research.
UI Consultant & Community Speaker
- UI Consultant: Revamped e-commerce platforms Bonhomiaworld and Pujaroom.com.
- Guest Lecturer: Taught master's students at MCC College on rapid prototyping and AI.
- Google Developer Experts: Currently completing the road to GDE.
- Community: Marketing Lead for GDSC and Software Team Head for IEEE & WIE.
Co-Founder & Product Lead
- Took charge of business development, product planning, and problem-solving.
Credentials & Certifications
- Google Cloud: Prompt Design in Vertex AI; Build Real World AI Applications with Gemini and Imagen.
- IBM & SkillsBuild: Enterprise Design Thinking Practitioner, Co-Creator, Team Essentials for AI. Explore Emerging Tech, Basic Principles of Design, PM Fundamentals. Cybersecurity Fundamentals, Ocean Science Explorer, Data Science Foundations - L1, Sustainability/Tech, Data Science Tools, Open Source Origin Stories, Quantum Enigmas, AI Fundamentals, RAG for Enhanced AI. IBM Z Day 2025 SE.
- Cisco: Intro to IoT, Intro to Cybersecurity, Engaging Stakeholders for Success, Creating Compelling Reports.
- AWS: AWS Academy Graduate - Cloud Architecting; AWS Educate Intro to Cloud 101.
- Celonis: Process Automation Bootcamp; Celonis Foundations.
- Broadcom / VMware: IT Academy Cloud & Virtualization Concepts; Network Virtualization Concepts.
- Microsoft Learn: 75 modules (54 hours) incl. Azure AI Fundamentals, Azure Data Fundamentals, Power Platform Fundamentals.
- UIUC: Certified in 3D Printing and Additive Manufacturing.