Abhishikat Soni

Technical Strategist & Deep Tech Expert

About Me

I'm a technical strategist with an engineering background and deep tech expertise, specializing in identifying and evaluating high-potential early-stage companies. With a proven track record in analyzing complex technical solutions, I deliver structured analysis and communicate with precision.

My extensive experience spans cross-functional collaboration, market intelligence, and building founder relationships. I'm passionate about deep tech innovations with a keen eye for venture-scale opportunities in transformational technology.

Education

Johns Hopkins University, Baltimore

August 2023 – December 2024

M.S. in Engineering Management

Teaching Assistantships: Python, Java, Deep Learning, Data Patterns, Algorithms, Financial Modelling and Valuation, Pricing Analysis.

BMS College of Engineering, Bangalore

July 2018 - August 2022

B.E. in Computer Science

Leadership: Vice President and Head of R&D, Computer Science Department

Professional Experience

2022 - 2023

Technical Business Consultant GET

Mercedes Benz | Bangalore

  • Spearheaded SQL and Python integration for data analysis, achieving 15% operational efficiency enhancement
  • Developed reporting frameworks with SAP BusinessObjects and Power BI, enhancing data accuracy by 30%
  • Orchestrated usability testing that improved operational efficiency by 37%
  • Created forecasting models contributing to $2M increase in quarterly revenue
2023 - Present

Deep Tech Startup Sourcing & Analysis

Independent Research

  • Built proprietary database of 70+ early-stage deep tech startups across US and Europe
  • Developed evaluation framework focusing on technical differentiation and IP protection
  • Authored detailed investment memos on high-potential companies
2024

Tesla Financial Analysis & Technical Evaluation

Johns Hopkins University

  • Conducted comprehensive financial modeling and technical due diligence
  • Applied sophisticated valuation methodologies to assess Tesla's $13.2B Economic Value Added
  • Presented findings to investment panel, synthesizing complex data into actionable recommendations
2024

Business Strategy Analyst

ScoutBetter AI | San Francisco

  • Spearheaded cross-functional team collaboration, boosting completion rates by 30%
  • Engineered interactive dashboards that contributed to 10% revenue increase
  • Streamlined prototyping process, delivering 50+ iterations with 90% client satisfaction

Skills & Expertise

Investment Evaluation

Due Diligence Market Assessment Technical Risk Analysis Venture-Scale Opportunity Zero-Defect Analysis

Deep Tech Focus Areas

Artificial Intelligence Machine Learning Autonomous Systems Materials Science Advanced Computing Climate Technologies

Technical Expertise

Python Java C++ Full-Stack Development Data Science Cloud Infrastructure

Communication

Exceptional Writing Structured Analysis Technical Translation Investment Memo Creation Founder Communications

Data Tools

Tableau Power BI SAP BusinessObjects SQL Pandas NumPy Scikit-learn

Operational Excellence

High-Volume Assessment Detail-Oriented Evaluation Process Optimization Prioritization Time Management

Featured Projects

Tesla Financial Analysis

Comprehensive financial modeling and technical due diligence on Tesla's EV technology platform.

Financial Modeling Valuation Technical Analysis
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Deep Tech Startup Database

Built and maintained a proprietary database of 70+ early-stage deep tech startups across US and Europe.

Market Research Due Diligence Technical Analysis
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Investment Framework Development

Developed a systematic framework for evaluating deep tech founders and technologies.

Investment Analysis AI/ML Materials Science
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Sourcing & Founder Relationships

Systematic Approach

I've developed a systematic approach to identifying promising early-stage founders before they gain widespread attention, focusing on technical capability, market timing, and venture-scale potential.

Relationship Building

I've built strong relationships with technical academics, research institutions, and emerging founders across multiple technology hubs.

Opportunity Tracking

Created and maintained detailed opportunity tracking systems that prioritize high-potential founders based on technical capability, market timing, and venture-scale potential.

Industry Engagement

Regular participant in deep tech meetups, accelerator demo days, and university innovation showcases to discover undiscovered talent.

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