I'm Fenil Shah, a frontend developer with over 5 years of web development experience and 3 years of deep expertise in Web3 tech. I build scalable, performant applications using modern JavaScript frameworks like React and Next.js, and I've worked on smart contract integrations (EVM, L2s) and dApp architectures. I'm passionate about user-centric design, clean code, and delivering production-grade experiences. I've thrived in startup environments, leading frontend efforts and collaborating across cross-functional teams, across fintech, DeFi, and DAO ecosystems.

Fenil Shah

I'm Fenil Shah, a frontend developer with over 5 years of web development experience and 3 years of deep expertise in Web3 tech. I build scalable, performant applications using modern JavaScript frameworks like React and Next.js, and I've worked on smart contract integrations (EVM, L2s) and dApp architectures. I'm passionate about user-centric design, clean code, and delivering production-grade experiences. I've thrived in startup environments, leading frontend efforts and collaborating across cross-functional teams, across fintech, DeFi, and DAO ecosystems.

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I’m Fenil Shah, a frontend developer with over 5 years of web development experience and 3 years of deep expertise in Web3 tech. I build scalable, performant applications using modern JavaScript frameworks like React and Next.js, and I’ve worked on smart contract integrations (EVM, L2s) and dApp architectures.

I’m passionate about user-centric design, clean code, and delivering production-grade experiences. I’ve thrived in startup environments, leading frontend efforts and collaborating across cross-functional teams, across fintech, DeFi, and DAO ecosystems.

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Work Experience

Software Engineer - Frontend at KernelDAO
December 1, 2023 - Present
As the first developer at KernelDAO, contributed across Kelp, Kernel, and GAIN platforms, collectively managing over 2B+ in TVL. Implemented multi-chain restaking support by integrating 6+ Layer 2 networks, added bridge and wrap features for restaking tokens, and handled end-to-end integration including a headless CMS setup for fast launches.
Software Engineer - Frontend at Stader Labs
July 1, 2022 - Present
Developed the UI for the ETH and Stader coin staking platforms, integrated contracts, and worked on the Stader website. Improved Google rankings through performance optimizations, achieving Grade A from Grade C. Implemented a Headless CMS for staking platforms and established coding standards with reviews and unit tests. Contributed to building a meme coin trading platform named cabbage on Solana with real-time data and smooth UX.
Software Engineer - Frontend at Tekion Corp.
October 1, 2021 - June 30, 2022
UI development for DMS and Dealer-side platforms, managing large data sets and providing statistical insights using ReactJS and Redux; improved page performance by 20% by eliminating unnecessary re-renders and applying memoization.
Software Engineer at Pirimid Fintech
May 1, 2020 - October 31, 2021
Worked on Quadency.com, a professional cryptocurrency trading terminal; integrated new exchanges and created unified APIs using Node.js. Contributed to the Blackstar project's frontend for an internal portfolio management platform using ReactJS, Redux, and Ant Design. Built prototypes to demonstrate AI model capabilities to clients.

Education

M.SC.(IT) at Dhirubhai Ambani Institute Of Technology Gandhinagar
January 1, 2018 - December 31, 2020

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Industry Experience

Software & Internet, Financial Services, Professional Services