Olzhas Shaikenov

Senior Full-Stack AI Engineer with over 10 years of experience building scalable web platforms and production-grade AI features that people genuinely enjoy using.

I specialize in modernizing legacy systems, owning core services from idea to production, and building production-grade AI features and intelligent agentic systems using React/Next.js, Node.js, TypeScript, and AWS. Whether it’s improving performance, mentoring teams, or driving real business results, I love creating clean, reliable, and intelligent solutions that make a difference.

After an incredible five-year journey at Storyblocks — where I led AI feature development, migrated complex video workflows, and helped scale core services — I'm now actively looking for my next adventure. I'm excited to bring my expertise to a new team that values craftsmanship, collaboration, and innovation.

When I'm not coding, you'll likely find me fishing with my daughter, woodworking in the garage, tending to my tomato garden, or out for a run.

If you're working on something interesting or know of a great opportunity, I'd love to connect. Feel free to reach out — I'm always up for a good tech chat or a fishing story.

For Recruiters & Hiring Partners

Please feel free to reach out; I move quickly and am very responsive.

Tech stack

  • Python, Golang, TypeScript, Java
  • React, Next.js, Node.js — APIs, services, and owning features from design to production
  • AWS — cloud infrastructure, scaling, and shipping reliable systems
  • AI and LLM - Embedding powerful AI capabilities directly into user workflows for tangible business impact
  • Data Engineering & ETL — Building high-volume ETL pipelines, big data processing systems, and complex data workflows for fraud detection, entity matching, and real-time insights using Python, Apache NiFi, and AWS
  • Databases & Data Architecture — Mastering PostgreSQL, MySQL, MongoDB, and Redis for performant, scalable, and reliable data solutions
  • Engineering Leadership — Legacy system modernization, performance optimization, technical mentoring, and driving measurable improvements across teams

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