I’m Goutham, a software engineer. My focus is on ML/AI systems in production. I’m based in the San Francisco Bay Area.

Experience

Some of the things I’ve built:

• RAG-based applications that turn confusing, messy real-world processes into clear, actionable guidance
• LLM-powered feature that generates realistic, personalized scam emails using a user’s exposed data—helping them see how bad actors could target them.
• LLM-powered personalization that surfaces relevant features based on user data—reducing friction from discovery to activation
• Real-time fraud detection systems processing millions of events daily
• Predictive models that helped match guide dogs with their humans (yes, really)
• Neural network accelerators on FPGAs

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Why I Write

This blog is where I share professional learnings—the technical insights, design decisions, and lessons that have shaped how I think about building ML systems. I find that writing clarifies my thinking, and I hope it’s useful to others navigating similar challenges.

Beyond Work

Outside of work, I enjoy staying close to what’s happening in AI—reading, experimenting with side projects, and building tools for problems I find interesting.

I enjoy learning about fun technical challenges and collaborating with great teams. Reach out if you want to find a way to work together !