Soham Parekh Admits Multi-Startup Moonlighting

Soham Parekh, an Indian software engineer, has been accused by several Silicon Valley startup founders of secretly working at three to five US startups at the same time without disclosure. The controversy began when Mixpanel founder Suhail Doshi publicly alleged Parekh's actions, prompting other founders to confirm similar experiences, including claims of fabricated location and work status. Parekh has admitted to moonlighting and misleading employers but says financial necessity drove his decisions, denying any organized scheme involving junior developers. The incident, labeled 'Soham-gate,' has sparked debate about remote hiring risks, tech ethics, and the phenomenon of 'overemployment,' while Parekh's story has become a viral meme in the tech industry. Some founders noted being impressed by his technical interviews despite feeling deceived. Parekh has since announced he will be working exclusively at a video AI startup, seeking to rebuild his reputation.