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Focused on blockchain security and reliable infrastructure
Leveraging 4 years in traditional finance and 5 years in DeFi

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Ivan Leskov

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Blockchain Developer | Smart Contract Engineer

Europe, Poland

BlockchainEthereumEVMBack-End DevelopmentFront-End DevelopmentDatabase ManagementPythonTypeScript
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I specialize in blockchain development, smart contract implementation, and decentralized applications. With a focus on security and efficiency, I strive to create robust blockchain solutions.

Blockchain

BlockchainAdvanced
EthereumAdvanced
EVMAdvanced
SolidityAdvanced
HardhatAdvanced
FoundryAdvanced
ethers.jsAdvanced
DeFiAdvanced

Development

Back-End DevelopmentIntermediate
Front-End DevelopmentIntermediate
Database ManagementIntermediate

Languages & Frameworks

PythonIntermediate
TypeScriptIntermediate
React.jsIntermediate
Next.jsIntermediate

Tools & Others

GitAdvanced
Integration TestsAdvanced
Unit TestsAdvanced
CI/CDAdvanced
AgileAdvanced

Soft Skills

LeadershipAdvanced
Problem SolvingAdvanced
Attention to DetailAdvanced
Self-MotivatedAdvanced

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2024 - 2025

Blockchain Engineer

Various Projects

Worked with early-stage blockchain startups and personal projects, focusing on smart contract development, decentralized application architecture across multiple chains, technical reviews, audits and side projects.

  • Designed and implemented custom smart contract solutions for various DeFi and NFT use cases
  • Built full-stack dApps with React, Next.js and Solidity, focusing on user experience and secure blockchain integration
  • Deepened security expertise by performing smart contract audits on Code4rena, identifying vulnerabilities across different blockchain projects.
2022 - 2024

Blockchain Engineer

BlockTrust

Developed a comprehensive library of NFT smart contracts (ERC-721 and ERC-1155) for physical asset tokenization, primarily focusing on firearm collectibles and other real-world items for major clients in the collectibles industry.

  • Created a full set of backend infrastructure for various projects and clients, including Node.js endpoints to retrieve blockchain data
  • Created certificates of authenticity as NFTs for the firearm collection market, supporting charity initiatives through sales
  • Developed reusable smart contract libraries and blockchain infrastructure components to streamline development across multiple projects
2019 - 2022

Independent Trader

Self-Employed

Executed sophisticated trading strategies in volatile cryptocurrency markets, maintaining financial independence through disciplined analysis and strategic position management.

  • Mastered market cycles through rigorous technical analysis, navigating two significant market rises and subsequent corrections
  • Developed proprietary risk management system that consistently preserved capital during extreme market volatility
  • Transformed market insights into actionable technical knowledge, facilitating strategic transition to blockchain development
2015 - 2019

Financial Consultant

Major Banking Institution

Dominated regional banking and insurance markets through strategic client acquisition and sophisticated financial product positioning, establishing unmatched sales authority.

  • Secured top sales performer status across entire regional branch network for multiple consecutive months
  • Mastered complex insurance and banking offerings, creating persuasive value propositions for diverse client portfolios
  • Cultivated exclusive client relationships through targeted financial strategy consultations, establishing reputation for expertise
2025

Smart Contract Infrastructure Engineer

HIRO

Executed adaptation of Uniswap v3 for custom blockchain, overcoming significant technical barriers in contract deployment and EVM compatibility issues to deliver a functional decentralized exchange.

  • Deployed essential infrastructure contracts (UniswapInterfaceMulticall, CREATE2, Permit2) with precise configuration, establishing full protocol functionality on a chain with limited compatibility
  • Modified and patched multiple core packages (sdk-core, universal-router-sdk, smart-order-router etc.) to support custom chain parameters
  • Resolved complex EVM version mismatches (Istanbul vs. Cancun) while executing comprehensive UI redesign according to client specifications
2024 - 2025

Blockchain Engineer | Smart Contract Developer

Stacknova

Developed multi-chain presale infrastructure across eight EVM-compatible blockchains, implementing secure and efficient smart contracts in Solidity.

  • Built and deployed Solidity smart contracts for cross-chain presale functionality with secure token distribution mechanics
  • Created GraphQL infrastructure to sync all transaction data across 8 chains efficiently, enabling real-time monitoring
  • Implemented fully backend and frontend for presale page, creating a complete end-to-end solution
2023 - 2024

Blockchain Technical Reviewer

Packt

Served as technical reviewer for 'Developing Blockchain Solutions in the Cloud', with my name and bio featured in the published book.

  • Reviewed technical content across 15+ chapters, ensuring accuracy and quality of blockchain concepts
  • Provided technical feedback and suggestions to improve code examples and architectural explanations
  • Collaborated with authors and editors to enhance the educational value of the publication
2023 - 2024

Blockchain Developer

Aetlas

Developed an upgradable DeFi system for carbon offset tokens, featuring ERC20-compliant token pools with deposit, redemption, and cross-chain bridging capabilities.

  • Built dynamic pricing mechanism for carbon projects based on attributes like region, standard, and methodology
  • Engineered multi-asset AMM pools using Balancer's price formulas to ensure stable pricing for carbon market assets
  • Guided and helped external team participation in Chainlink Hackathon, implementing wrapped MRV standard for oracle integration with carbon methodologies
2022

Solidity Developer

1000Geeks

Developed smart contracts for NFT projects using Solidity, focusing on gas optimization and cross-project compatibility.

  • Integrated blockchain components using node.js endpoints for scalable and efficient deployment
  • Built and deployed smart contracts for multiple NFT collections following industry best practices
  • Implemented gas optimization techniques for more cost-effective transactions in production environments
2023

CS50x

Harvard University

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Completed ten problem sets, nine labs, and one final project covering computer science fundamentals, data structures, algorithms, and web development.

  • Computer Science
  • C
  • Python
  • SQL
  • Web Development
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April 10, 2023

Algorithmic Trading & Technical Analysis

Moralis Academy

Comprehensive training on trading analysis, strategy development, Pinescript, risk management, JavaScript trading, automation, and exchange API setup.

  • Trading Analysis
  • Pinescript
  • JavaScript Trading
  • Risk Management
  • Exchange APIs
May 17, 2022

Ethereum Smart Contract Security

Moralis Academy

Advanced course covering DAO and Parity hack replication, security mindset, Solidity best practices, contract design, and secure contract patterns including upgradable, proxy, and pausable contracts.

  • Smart Contract Security
  • Solidity
  • Hack Prevention
  • Upgradable Contracts
May 15, 2022

Ethereum Smart Contract Programming 201

Moralis Academy

Advanced smart contract development with Truffle, unit testing, ERC standards, migrations, OpenZeppelin contracts, and testnet deployment.

  • Truffle
  • Unit Testing
  • ERC Standards
  • OpenZeppelin
  • Testnet Development
May 6, 2022

Chainlink Programming

Moralis Academy

Specialized training on oracles, smart contract integration with Chainlink, node operation, oracle testing, verifiable randomness, and building Chainlink projects.

  • Oracles
  • Chainlink
  • Smart Contracts
  • Verifiable Randomness
April 23, 2022

Ethereum Smart Contract Programming 101

Moralis Academy

Foundational course on Solidity basics including arrays, structs, mappings, data location, error handling, inheritance, visibility, events, and external calls.

  • Solidity
  • Smart Contracts
  • Error Handling
  • Events
April 22, 2022

Ethereum DAPP Programming

Moralis Academy

Comprehensive training on Ethereum DApp development using Truffle, Ganache, NFT marketplace development, token creation, frontend development, Metamask integration, and Web3.js.

  • Truffle
  • Ganache
  • NFT Marketplace
  • Web3.js
  • MetaMask
January - April 2022

Blockchain Developer Bootcamp

Dapp University

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Intensive 3-month bootcamp started at the beginning of 2022, covering blockchain fundamentals, smart contract development, decentralized application architecture, and deployment.

  • Blockchain
  • Smart Contracts
  • DApp Development
  • Solidity
April 11, 2022

Ethereum 101

Moralis Academy

Introduction to Ethereum Virtual Machine (EVM), Ethereum basics, token standards, account model, decentralized applications, and smart contract fundamentals.

  • Ethereum
  • EVM
  • Token Standards
  • Smart Contracts

Neural.Network_Projects

A collection of my blockchain and web3 projects, highlighting my technical skills and innovative solutions in decentralized applications.

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Source.Technical_Publications

Technical articles and books I've contributed to in the blockchain and software development space.

Demystifying CREATE2 and Permit2: Deterministic Smart Contract Deployment in Ethereum

Medium

A comprehensive technical guide exploring how deterministic contract deployment works in Ethereum, the cryptographic formula behind CREATE2, and real-world applications like Uniswap's Permit2.

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Developing Blockchain Solutions in the Cloud

Packt

A comprehensive guide to building blockchain applications in cloud environments, covering AWS, Azure, and Hyperledger architectures.

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How Blockchain Developers Are Getting Hacked: The Hidden Threats We Overlook

Block Magnates

An in-depth analysis of security vulnerabilities that blockchain developers often miss, with practical prevention strategies.

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Solidity Style Guide (Part I)

Block Magnates

A guide to writing clean, readable, and maintainable Solidity code with best practices for naming, variable visibility, and events.

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Solidity Style Guide (Part II)

Coinsbench

Continues the exploration of Solidity style with insights from OpenZeppelin's code and recommendations for documentation and formatting.

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The Importance of Test-Driven Development (TDD) in Smart Contract Development

Coinsbench

A practical guide to implementing TDD in smart contract development, with examples using Hardhat and Chai for testing Solidity code.

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What colleagues and clients say about my work and collaboration

I had the privilege of working with Ivan Leskov at BlockTrust, where he demonstrated exceptional skills as a blockchain developer. Ivan's proficiency in blockchain technology, including his work with Solidity, is truly impressive. He has a deep understanding of both front-end and back-end development, which he combines with a genuine enthusiasm for learning and growing in the field. Ivan's technical expertise is complemented by his eagerness to tackle new challenges. Whether developing complex blockchain solutions or collaborating on diverse projects, his ability to adapt and contribute effectively was evident. His commitment to continuous learning and improvement makes him a valuable asset to any team. Ivan's contributions to our projects were invaluable, and his positive attitude and collaborative spirit made working with him a pleasure. I have no doubt that he will continue to excel and bring significant value to future endeavors. I highly recommend Ivan for any role that demands expertise in blockchain development and a passion for innovation.

Reigner Ouano

Reigner Ouano

Acumatica ERP Specialist | Expertise in C#, Blazor, and Blockchain

Reigner worked with Ivan on the same team

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Interested in working together or have a question? Feel free to reach out - I'd love to hear from you!

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