Summary
Arnav Palkhiwala is a data-focused researcher and builder studying Data Science, Statistics, and Entrepreneurship at the University of Washington, with nine years of hands-on experience across AI research, applied machine learning, and venture discovery. Currently splitting time between venture research at Atomic and AI agents research at UW’s InfoSeeking Lab, he pairs technical prototyping with market-sensing to surface ideas behind the next wave of startups. Past internships at Qualcomm and Contextual AI sharpened his expertise in on-device LLM learning and inference platforms, while leadership in the Lavin Entrepreneurship Program demonstrates his ability to translate technical work into sustainable ventures. Based in San Diego and graduating UW ’27, Arnav blends academic rigor with practical product instincts and a knack for spotting under-the-radar opportunities in the AI stack.
9 years of coding experience
1 year of employment as a software developer
Bachelor of Science - BS, Data Science, Statistics, Bachelor of Science - BS, Data Science, Statistics at University of Washington
High School Diploma, High School, High School Diploma, High School at Del Norte High School
Minor, Business: Entrepreneurship, Minor, Business: Entrepreneurship at University of Washington - Michael G. Foster School of Business