
Danish Hameed
Lead Blockchain Engineer | Rust | Solana
Salary / Daily rate
Farid Abad, Pakistan
Freelance, open to permanent contract
Skills
Languages
About me
Intro
Lead Blockchain Engineer with extensive expertise in Rust, Solidity, and multi-chain development. Successfully engineered high-performance smart contracts and DApps across Solana, Ethereum, and EVM-compatible networks, optimizing for security and throughput. Specialized in NFT protocols, DeFi integrations, and cross-chain solutions to deliver innovative blockchain applications with exceptional performance and security.
Work experience
Senior Blockchain Developer
Authic Labs
Oct 2023 - Present
3 years 1 month
Remote, OR 97458, USA
- Developed and optimized Solana Programs (smart contracts) using Rust for high-throughput applications. - Implemented SPL tokens and integrated with DeFi projects using tools like Anchor and Serum. - Created and deployed robust decentralized applications (dApps) on the Solana blockchain, ensuring memory safety and concurrency. - Applied advanced Rust techniques to enhance the performance and security of blockchain solutions. - Led the development of NFT minting and marketplace functionalities, utilizing Rust's system-level programming capabilities. - Led the design and implementation of complex Rust-based smart contracts on Solana, optimizing for gas efficiency and security. - Integrated Solana smart contracts with decentralized finance (DeFi) protocols, enhancing functionality and scalability using Rust. - Developed cross-chain solutions enabling interaction between Solana and other blockchain networks, leveraging Rust's concurrency features. - Conducted thorough security audits of Rust-based smart contracts, identifying and mitigating vulnerabilities in Solana programs. - Optimized Solana applications for high throughput and low latency, utilizing Rust’s system-level capabilities to improve performance. - Built dynamic, responsive web applications using the MERN stack (MongoDB, Express.js, React.js, Node.js), ensuring high performance and scalability. Designed and implemented RESTful APIs with Node.js and Express.js, connecting front-end React components with MongoDB databases. - Developed reusable and modular components in React.js, ensuring maintainable and scalable code for large-scale applications
Lead Blockchain Engineer,
Offshore Employee
Feb 2021 - Oct 2023
2 years 9 months
Remote, OR 97458, USA
Design and implement a variety of NFT contracts utilizing Solidity, adhering to ERC721, ERC721a, and ERC1155 standards, and integrating IPFS for off-chain solutions. Engineer DeFi contracts for staking, borrowing, lending, and token swaps, leveraging protocols like Uniswap to enhance transactional ecosystems. Create, test, and deploy smart contracts on Ethereum and EVM-compatible blockchains using Truffle and Hardhat, incorporating security best practices and gas optimization techniques. Created, tested, and deployed a smart contract on the Ethereum/EVM-based blockchain using the Truffle and Hardhat framework. The contract was designed based on best practices in security, such as the CEI (check-effect-interaction) pattern to avoid reentrancy and gas optimization techniques. Coded dApps that interface with smart contracts on the Ethereum blockchain via web3.js and ether.js modules etc. Developed and optimized Solana Programs (smart contracts) using Rust for high-throughput applications. Implemented SPL tokens and integrated with DeFi projects using tools like Anchor and Serum. Created and deployed robust decentralized applications (dApps) on the Solana blockchain, ensuring memory safety and concurrency. Applied advanced Rust techniques to enhance the performance and security of blockchain solutions. Led the development of NFT minting and marketplace functionalities, utilizing Rust's system-level programming capabilities. Led the design and implementation of complex Rust-based smart contracts on Solana, optimizing for gas efficiency and security. Integrated Solana smart contracts with decentralized finance (DeFi) protocols, enhancing functionality and scalability using Rust. Developed cross-chain solutions enabling interaction between Solana and other blockchain networks, leveraging Rust's concurrency features. Conducted thorough security audits of Rust-based smart contracts, identifying and mitigating vulnerabilities in Solana programs.
Fullstack and Blockchain Developer
POINT Labs
Feb 2019 - Mar 2021
2 years 2 months
-Seamlessly bridged front-end and back-end realms, crafting immersive digital experiences with technologies like React.js, Angular, Vue.js, Node.js, and Express.js. - Dived into the decentralized universe, mastering Ethereum, Binance Smart Chain, and EVM-compatible blockchains. - Engineered innovative DApps and harnessed the power of Solidity and Rust for transformative smart contracts. - Thrived within agile frameworks, spearheaded project sprints, and ensured precision with tools like Jira. - Collaboration and communication were keystones to unlocking successful outcomes. - Partnered with Fortune 500 giants, co-creating solutions that resonate globally. From scaling applications to user centric interfaces, my touch elevated every project. - Beyond code, my journey encompassed shaping visions, designing user experiences, and seamlessly integrating blockchain. Crafting a legacy that marries creativity with technology. - Point Labs was my launchpad for innovation. My time here encapsulates a story of growth, transformation, and unbridled tech evolution. - Instigated technological shifts with groundbreaking solutions, forging paths that defy convention and set new standards for industry excellence. - Navigated the complexities of blockchain ecosystems, expanding my expertise to Solana, Terra Luna, and beyond, to architect novel solutions in an ever-evolving landscape. - Fueled by a passion for continuous learning, I stayed ahead of industry trends, constantly refining my skills to pioneer the next wave of innovation.
Lead Blockchain Developer
DearMonsters
Feb 2018 - Jan 2019
1 year
Remote, OR 97458, USA
- Created and worked on different NFT protocols that include ERC-721, ERC-1155, ERC-20, and similarly with Binance - Bep Protocols such as BEP-721, BEP-1155, BEP - Implemented Play2Earn and Rewards functionalities with royalty and referral management system. - Implemented the smart contract for breeding functions. - Help to create a Minting contract from which users can generate NFTs and add them to the game. - Implemented the Web3.js connection with React.js for the front-end. - Compiled the code using Remix. - Implemented the multi-chain where users can feel more convenience through accessing different networks.
JavaScript and Blockchain Developer
Celeix Digital LLC
Jan 2016 - Jan 2018
2 years 1 month
Remote, OR 97458, USA
- Expertise in writing, testing, and deploying smart contracts for various blockchain networks, ensuring optimal performance, security, and scalability. - Played a pivotal role in developing decentralized applications (DApps) on the Solana network, harnessing the platform's scalability and speed for mission-critical applications. - Actively involved in the migration and optimization processes for Ethereum 2.0, aligning with the network's shift to Proof of Stake and sharding mechanisms. - Led the end-to-end development of multiple DApps, ensuring user-centric interfaces, robust backend infrastructures, and seamless on-chain integrations. - Designed and developed decentralized autonomous organizations (DAOs) and decentralized finance (DeFi) platforms, enabling democratized governance and financial operations on the blockchain. - Showcased deep knowledge of the Ethereum Virtual Machine, ensuring compatibility, and streamlining processes for DApp and smart contract deployments. - Spearheaded initiatives for interoperability solutions, facilitating seamless data and asset transfers across multiple blockchain networks. - Leveraged JavaScript, React, and Node.js to develop responsive and dynamic user interfaces while integrating with Web3 for blockchain interactions. - Worked closely with a team of developers, project managers, and stakeholders, fostering a culture of innovation, learning, and solution-driven approaches to emerging blockchain challenges.
Software Engineer
Dribble
May 2015 - May 2016
1 year 1 month
Remote, OR 97458, USA
- Started working as a Software Engineer for a top-notch fortune 500 company as a Full Stack Software Engineer. - Did code reviews and implemented the best software development strategies. - Followed the SDLC to implement various software techniques. - Built a Full-time Marketplace for vendors and consumers using React.js - Created many Server-Side applications using Node.js - In 2016, Shifted Focus on Ethereum Layer 1 ( Blockchain) - Wrote smart contracts using Solidity and forked UniSwap. - L2 Migrations from PoW to PoS - Hands on practice with JavaScript, Web3.js, Solidity, Rust etc. - Developed a lot of POC's and MVPs - Changed the base pool and optimizing the block sizes on layer 1. - Proficiency in L1 that includes consensus, improvements, sharding, and increase in block sizes. - Worked with L1 ETH EIP ( Ethereum Improvement Protocol) 1559 to optimize the gas fee. - Strong expertise in go Ethereum clients ( Geth and Parity)
Education
University Of Central Punjab
Master of Science - MS
2012 - 2014
2 years 1 month