samuel bender

I am a dedicated blockchain engineer with extensive experience in Cosmos SDK and Ethereum development. Over the years, I have successfully developed custom Cosmos chains and bridge networks, utilizing languages such as Go, Rust, and Solidity. My journey has been marked by significant contributions to large companies, where I have honed my skills in DevOps and blockchain integration.

At NYDIG, I played a pivotal role in developing and maintaining a custom Cosmos chain, implementing advanced features like staking modules and cross-chain bridges. My work involved architecting a blockchain that interfaces with Bitcoin, employing innovative consensus algorithms to enhance security and transaction integrity. Additionally, I have mentored junior team members, fostering a collaborative environment that encourages growth and knowledge sharing.

My experience extends to creating smart contracts for Wrapped BTC tokens and optimizing decentralized finance applications on Solana. I am passionate about leveraging blockchain technology to drive innovation and efficiency in financial systems, and I continuously seek opportunities to expand my expertise and contribute to groundbreaking projects.