# Azim Saiyed > Engineering at Collective Location: Dallas, Texas, United States Profile: https://flows.cv/azim I'm Azim Saiyed – a full stack engineer who turns complex problems into elegant solutions. With 9+ years of crafting scalable systems that millions rely on, I’ve learned that the best code isn’t just functional - it’s transformative. Whether it’s React/TypeScript frontends that users love, Node.js microservices handling billions in transactions, or AI-powered AWS platforms that scale seamlessly - I build systems that don’t just work, they inspire. From designing pixel-perfect UI or building vendor-agnostic video SDK layers to cutting on-call noise with smart observability, I believe in shipping code that makes life easier - for both users and engineers. WHAT I DO BEST • Scale with confidence: Led major platform migrations, implemented auto-scaling infrastructure on Kubernetes, abstracting vendor logic to ensure future flexibility and training multiple engineers on new systems • Architect for growth: Led development of core React applications and frontend libraries at Writer.com, driving system design decisions and scalability improvements for highly interactive AI-powered platforms • Lead by example: Mentored 10+ engineers using code reviews, design discussions, pair programming, technical deep-dives, and architecture reviews - becoming the trusted technical expert that multiple teams rely on • Deliver under pressure - Rescued critical projects on tight deadlines, earning recognition for technical excellence • Performance optimization - Improved frontend load times by 35% and application responsiveness through code-splitting, lazy loading, and efficient state management • Stabilize systems: Designed and rolled out high-visibility monitoring dashboards and custom debugging tools, automated alert triaging, and built self-healing service scripts - reducing on-call incidents by 30% and improving resolution times ALWAYS LEARNING I'm currently exploring how AI/ML can elevate user experiences, diving into cloud-native patterns, and tinkering with modern DevOps tooling. Whether it's serverless workflows, smarter observability, or developer-first infrastructure, I stay hands-on and curious. ## Work Experience ### Senior Software Engineer @ Collective Jan 2025 – Present Senior Full-Stack Engineer leading platform and frontend architecture at Collective. I drive code quality, build reusable frameworks, and partner across teams to ship reliable, scalable systems. ### Senior Software Engineer @ Blend Jan 2022 – Jan 2025 At Blend Labs, I lead high-impact engineering initiatives with emphasis on frontend architecture while delivering reliable backend systems. I’ve combined technical execution with team leadership to ship secure, scalable, and high-performance solutions for critical client workflows. Key Achievements: - Engineering Leadership: Led cross-functional initiatives spanning Product, Design, Compliance, and Operations. Mentored engineers, guided architectural decisions, and drove complex projects from concept to delivery. - Frontend Expertise: Led large-scale React + TypeScript development, optimizing performance through code-splitting, lazy loading, and state management best practices. Built reusable, vendor-agnostic UI components and integrated real-time WebSocket updates for a seamless user experience. - Full-Stack Execution: Designed and implemented APIs, WebSocket infrastructure, and event-driven services in Node.js - cutting API calls by 40% and boosting real-time responsiveness. - Platform Migrations: Spearheaded vendor-agnostic migration to Zoom Video SDK for Blend's Remote Online Notarization product, reducing lock-in risks and ensuring seamless integration. - Secure Document Workflows: Built compliant e-signature/document systems, automated follow-ups, and added granular permission controls to enhance security. - System Reliability: Developed custom monitoring and debugging tools, reducing on-call incidents by 30% and halving incident resolution time. - Tech Stack: React, TypeScript, Redux, Webpack, Node.js, Express, WebSockets, PostgreSQL, MongoDB, AWS, Docker, Kubernetes, Datadog, Splunk. Impact: Elevated Blend’s mortgage technology by leading frontend innovation, strengthening backend infrastructure, and improving developer productivity - while guiding teams toward technical excellence. ### Senior Frontend Developer @ Writer Jan 2019 – Jan 2021 - Write and review testable, scalable JavaScript code to support and enhance customer workflows and data visualizations - Build modular, reusable components and features - Integrate in-house and third party systems via APIs - Focus on page performance to ensure superior experience for a heavy interaction platform - Bolster front-end design and implementation processes in order to improve quality and efficiency - Support and nurture collaborative coding style and best practices - Participate in ongoing code review - Collaborate with a nimble team of product managers, engineers, and designers to understand business requirements, user experience goals, and pain points ### Full Stack Developer @ BBVA Compass Jan 2017 – Jan 2019 | Dallas/Fort Worth Area • Developing BBVA Smart Assistant, a hybrid mobile application built using Polymer 2 and CellsJS and consuming REST Api. The App will be integrated into BBVA App and will help the customers to perform Banking Operations through an AI Chat Interface. • Working on BBVA Invest Web and Mobile Application built on Cells/Polymer Framework. • Worked on Automik, an Auto Finance Application for BBVA- Spain & Mexico in Polymer, ES6 and SCSS to build components. Link for Automik Hyundai Mexico: https://hy.bbvaautodigital.com.mx/ • Delivered an internal responsive web app, IdeaCenter. Responsible for business logic in Angular 4 and UI - HTML-SCSS and SUSY Grid. • Collaborated with UI and User Experience teams and developed web components in HTML5, CSS3/SCSS, ES6 and Polymer. ### Application Developer @ Highmark Blue Cross Blue Shield Jan 2016 – Jan 2017 | Harrisburg, Pennsylvania Area • Analyzing, designing, coding, testing and implementing systematic solutions to meet customer requirements that adhere to Highmark IT standards • Collaborating with customers, business analysts, partners, and IT team members to understand business requirements that drive the analysis and design of quality technical solutions • Utilizing and participating in the full system development life cycle, per current Highmark SDLC standards • Providing general production support, meeting defined scope, target dates and budgets with minimal or no defects ### Graduate Teaching Assistant @ UNC Charlotte Jan 2015 – Jan 2016 | Charlotte, North Carolina Worked as a Teaching Assistant for the ‘Mobile Application Development’ (ITCS 4180/5180) course at UNC Charlotte’s College of Computing & Informatics Responsibilities: • Framing assignments for InClass and Homeworks • Remaining present during each class-cum-lab session and assisting the Professor in conducting them • Aiding students to develop Android Apps and solve their app related bugs and issues • Grading student's assignments and exams ### Graduate Research Assistant @ UNC Charlotte Jan 2015 – Jan 2016 | Charlotte, North Carolina Worked as a Research Assistant under Dr. Mohmed Shehab for various projects based on Javascript and PHP ### Founder/CEO @ Techzod Solutions Jan 2012 – Jan 2014 Oversee all web projects and services including dynamic website design, site architecture, front-end development and programming using PHP, MySQL, HTML5, CSS3, JavaScript and various CMS tools. Responsible for server configuration and administration, acquisition of domain names, SEO, brand development and social media engagement Responsibilities: • Designed and Developed Front-end of various websites in HTML5, CSS3, jQuery • Developed back-end for a number of clients in Core PHP and other frameworks like Wordpress, Yii, OSClass, OpenCart, Drupal. • Designed numerous marketing programs (logos, brochures, newsletters, infographics and advertisements) in Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator, Photoshop) • Converting PSD to HTML • SEO & SEM: Perform site analysis, keyword research and mapping, and assess link building opportunities and perform competitor SEO research • Team management – Handling a team of 7 developers and designers • Designed and Administered MySQL Databases for clients and deployed on cPanel server along with handling the hosting and management of websites • Oversee operating plan, budget, cash flow, and company finances. • Responsible for all elements of HR, employee compensation plans, and benefits. ### Technical Head @ Langtern.com Jan 2012 – Jan 2014 Acted as the Board of Director for Langtern Pvt. Ltd. working as the Technical Head of the company Responsibilities: • Conceptualizing the website’s functionalities and control flow • Designed graphics and layouts for product illustrations, company logo and website using Adobe Photoshop Illustrator • Development of website in Core PHP and deploying on the server • Server and Database Handling • Managing team performance and progress ### University Professor @ Silver Oak College of Engg & Tech Jan 2012 – Jan 2013 • Topics covered: Advanced Java Technology, Computer Programming & Utilization, Web Technology & Programming, Object Oriented Analysis Design And UML, Artificial Intelligence and guided students in their Final Year Projects • Worked in developing & maintaining the College Website (www.socet.edu.in) and in Administration, Accounts and Admission Committee ## Education ### Master's degree in Computer Science University of North Carolina at Charlotte Jan 2014 – Jan 2016 ### Bachelor of Engineering (B.E.) in Computer Engineering Gujarat Technological University Jan 2008 – Jan 2012 ### High School in Science Hiramani Jan 2004 – Jan 2008 ## Contact & Social - LinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/in/azimsaiyed - Website: http://azimsaiyed.com/ --- Source: https://flows.cv/azim JSON Resume: https://flows.cv/azim/resume.json Last updated: 2026-03-22