KSSoftware — AI Consulting for Small Business

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Most AI implementations fail because they're built by people who've never run a small business.

After 20+ years building platforms that powered billions of dollars of enterprise revenue, I've seen what separates the tools that get adopted from the ones that gather dust.

The difference is almost never technical. It's whether the implementation respects how your team actually works — and whether anyone bothered to ask before building.

I left enterprise engineering to focus on something that matters more to me: helping small businesses compete with better tools, without the complexity or the consultant-speak.

20+

Years building
enterprise grade applications

30+

Engineers led
and mentored

100%

Tool-agnostic
approach

What I Do

AI that fits your business,
not the other way around.

AI Implementation

I identify where AI can genuinely help your team, then build and deploy it — custom-fit to your workflows, your tools, and your people. Not a generic chatbot. Something that actually works for your specific situation.

Business Automation

The repetitive work costing your team hours every week — scheduling, data entry, follow-ups, reporting. We map it, automate it, and hand it back to you running on its own.

Custom Applications

When off-the-shelf tools don't quite fit, I build lightweight custom apps — internal dashboards, client-facing tools, integrations between your existing systems. Built to last, not to impress.

90-Day Support Included

Every engagement includes 90 days of hands-on support after launch. Not a help ticket system — me, directly, making sure the tools actually get adopted and keep working.

Included in every engagement

The Process

Simple, transparent,
no surprises.

Discovery Call

We talk about your business — what's working, what's costing you time, and where AI might actually help. No pitch, no pressure. If I don't think I can add real value, I'll tell you upfront.

Implementation

I build and deploy the solution — usually within 2–4 weeks. You're involved throughout so there are no surprises at launch. Everything is documented and yours to keep.

Supported Launch

We go live together. The 90-day support window starts — I'm available to troubleshoot, refine, and make sure your team actually adopts the new tools.

Not sure where to start? That's exactly what the discovery call is for.

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About Keith

Engineering leader,
now in your corner.

I spent 20+ years building platforms that powered billions of dollars of revenue at companies like LinkedIn. I managed teams of 30+ engineers, shipped real-time data systems, and made decisions that affected thousands of users.

I left to do something smaller — and more meaningful. Small businesses are where I can actually see the impact of good technology decisions. That's where I want to work.

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What People Say

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I've had the privilege of working closely with Keith, together building technologies for transforming how LinkedIn does business. Keith consistently brings a positive energy to his team, partner teams, and stakeholders. His attention to detail spans everything from development and testing to operations. Keith's curiosity drives him to explore new ideas hands-on, making him a seasoned engineering leader who adds immense value to any organization.

— Bo Xing, Senior Engineering Manager, LinkedIn

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As a leader, Keith turns chaos into order, and effort into outcomes. He took over the engineering department after the workforce was downsized, and managed to increase both output and morale — halting all attrition. With his deep technical background, he commands the respect of his colleagues. Despite these achievements, he's a modest down-to-earth person who is a pleasure to work with.

— Alan Freedman, Director of Data Engineering, Boost Media

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Keith is the kind of manager that every developer wants leading his team. He is laser-focused on maintaining tight scope, clearly defining deliverables and requirements, and giving the team exactly what it needs to continuously produce high quality code. He has a unique ability to simultaneously keep the team's productivity engine in high gear while finding time to reach for the next frontier.

— Nathan Piazza, Director of Customer Experience, Sigma Ratings

Recent Work

Building in public.

Real projects that demonstrate AI infrastructure expertise and modern engineering practices.

AI Infrastructure

Production LLM Gateway

A production-grade API gateway supporting 20+ LLM providers with intelligent caching, distributed rate limiting, and full observability.

GitHub → View project →

AI Platform

CareerPilot

Three-phase AI-powered job search platform — Capture, AI Job Review, and Interview Prep & Coaching. Runs in Claude Projects, Claude Code, or OpenClaw.

See how it works →

More projects coming. Follow along on GitHub.