Internal Tools Platform - From Zero to Team Lead
Built and led the development of a comprehensive internal automation platform that grew from a solo project to a 5-person team, automating 80% of manual processes and saving 1000+ hours monthly.
Overview
Spearheaded the creation of an enterprise-wide internal tools platform that fundamentally transformed how the organization handles operational workflows. What started as a personal automation project quickly evolved into a critical business system that now supports hundreds of employees across multiple departments. This platform demonstrates end-to-end systems thinking, from identifying pain points to architecting scalable solutions and leading a growing team. The system integrates with over 20 internal services, automates complex multi-step workflows, and provides real-time dashboards for operational insights. The success of this project led to the formation of a dedicated Internal Tools team, which I now lead. The platform has become the backbone of operational efficiency, handling everything from employee onboarding to complex data processing pipelines.
Technical Stack
Backend
- ▸Python
- ▸FastAPI
- ▸SQLAlchemy
- ▸Celery
- ▸Redis
- ▸PostgreSQL
Frontend
- ▸TypeScript
- ▸React
- ▸Next.js
- ▸Tailwind CSS
- ▸Chart.js
Infrastructure
- ▸Docker
- ▸Kubernetes
- ▸GitLab CI/CD
- ▸Prometheus
- ▸Grafana
Integrations
- ▸Slack API
- ▸Google Workspace
- ▸Salesforce
- ▸Jira
- ▸AWS Services
Key Features
Automated employee onboarding workflows reducing setup time by 90%
Multi-service integration hub connecting 20+ internal systems
Real-time operational dashboards with custom analytics
Self-service tools empowering non-technical teams
Automated reporting and notification systems
Workflow builder with drag-and-drop interface
Role-based access control and audit logging
API-first architecture enabling easy extensions
Code Examples
Technical Challenges
Scaling from single-user tool to enterprise platform
Managing integrations with legacy systems and APIs
Building intuitive interfaces for non-technical users
Ensuring high availability for business-critical processes
Growing and leading a team while maintaining development velocity