Available for engagements

I help teams ship
production TEE & ZK systems that actually work.

Founding engineer & architect who has deployed confidential AI runtimes, designed zero-trust authentication, and onboarded 700+ developers into TEE and zero-knowledge ecosystems.

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How I can help

From architecture reviews to full DevRel programs — I help teams build and ship confidential systems.

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Architecture Consulting
Ship TEE/ZK systems without the 6-month learning curve
System design, security review, and implementation guidance for teams building on Intel SGX/TDX, zero-knowledge authentication, or confidential compute infrastructure.
Track record: Designed zero-trust auth at ENI6MA, deployed TDX runtimes at Phala, built SGX provisioning at Osmosis
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Developer Relations & Ecosystem Growth
Turn protocol docs into developer adoption
Documentation strategy, SDK design, developer onboarding workflows, community building, and content programs that drive real protocol adoption.
Track record: 700+ devs onboarded, 400+ GitHub stars grown (dstack), 40+ ecosystem partnerships at GOAT Network
Discuss DevRel
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Advisory & Fractional CTO
Technical leadership without the full-time commitment
Weekly strategy syncs, architecture oversight, fundraise technical narrative support, and team mentorship for early-stage and growth-stage teams.
Track record: Supported $168K fundraise at ENI6MA, $12M+ token raise narrative at Findora, $50K Aleo grant
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Speaking & Workshops
Deep TEE/ZK expertise for your event or team
Conference keynotes, technical workshops, podcast appearances, and team education sessions on confidential computing, zero-knowledge systems, and blockchain infrastructure.
Events: ETHGlobal SF, ETHDenver, Bitcoin L2 Conference Nashville, DevMos, Staking Summit
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Proof of work

700+
Developers Onboarded
24+
Research Papers
6
Hackathon Wins
400+
GitHub Stars Grown
Phala Network
Confidential AI runtimes on Intel TDX
Deployed production dstack infrastructure and built the Warp Engine for private agent orchestration with Solidity ERC-8004 interfaces.
34 → 400+ GitHub stars in 6 months
ETHGlobal SF 2024
Zend It — Double first place
Won both Ledger Tech Award (1st) and Polygon Best zkApp (1st) at ETHGlobal San Francisco.
2 first-place wins, single hackathon
Aleo Foundation
POEMS — ZK-TEE research
Built a zero-knowledge TEE research project combining Aleo's privacy rails with Substrate-based infrastructure.
Best Tech award + $50K foundation grant
Coming 2026
Book of Leo
Building Scalable & Secure
Zero-Knowledge Proofs
Dylan Kawalec
Coming 2026

Book of Leo

A comprehensive guide to building scalable and secure zero-knowledge proof systems. Synthesizes the Leo Language white paper and Aleo technical documentation into practical, battle-tested patterns for engineers building privacy-preserving applications.

  • From ZKP fundamentals to production-ready circuits
  • Real-world patterns from hackathon-winning projects
  • Leo language deep-dive with hands-on examples
  • Integrating ZK proofs with TEE infrastructure

Podcast & appearances

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The Blackbox
Podcast

The Blackbox Podcast

Deep dives into the architectures that matter — TEEs, Zero Trust, privacy-first systems, and the future of confidential computing. Sponsored by Phala Network.

Featured Appearances

The person behind the code

I've spent the last several years at the intersection of confidential computing and blockchain infrastructure — designing and shipping systems where security isn't an afterthought but the foundation.

From deploying Intel TDX runtimes at Phala Network to designing zero-trust authentication at ENI6MA, I've seen what it takes to move TEE and ZK systems from research into production. I've authored 24+ research papers, won 6 hackathons, and onboarded 700+ developers into these ecosystems.

I also host The Blackbox Podcast, founded Bridge Builders DAO (350+ Web3 contributors), and hold a B.S. in Computer Science from WGU along with fellowships from RareSkills and Harmony's Zero Knowledge University.

Based in SF Bay Area & NYC. When I'm not writing Rust or Solidity, I'm probably working on music or reading about lattice-based cryptography.

Experience
  • Phala Network
    Head of DevRel & Solutions Architect
    2025
  • ENI6MA / Cosmic Inc.
    Founding Engineer / Principal Architect
    2024 – 26
  • GOAT Network
    Head of Developer Relations
    2024 – 25
  • Osmosis Foundation
    R&D Engineer
    2024
  • Invo Technologies
    CTO & Principal Engineer
    2023 – 25
  • Findora / Discreet Labs
    Head of Developer Relations
    2022
Harmony BNB Chain Labs Tesla Zygo (James Webb) Bridge Builders DAO
Full resume

Common questions

What types of projects do you take on?
I work with teams building on Intel SGX/TDX, zero-knowledge proofs, and privacy-first blockchain infrastructure. This includes architecture consulting, security reviews, DevRel program design, and advisory roles. I'm most effective when there's a real system to ship, not just a whitepaper to write.
What does a typical consulting engagement look like?
It starts with a discovery call to understand your system and goals. From there, engagements range from a single architecture review (1-2 weeks) to ongoing advisory with weekly syncs. I scope every engagement around concrete deliverables.
Do you work with early-stage startups?
Yes. I've supported fundraise narratives, built MVPs, and designed architecture for pre-seed through Series A teams. For earlier-stage teams, advisory and fractional CTO arrangements often make the most sense.
Can you help with fundraise technical narratives?
Absolutely. I've supported a $168K friends-and-family raise at ENI6MA and contributed to a $12M+ token raise at Findora through technical storytelling. I can help translate deep technical architecture into investor-ready materials.
Are you available for speaking or workshops?
Yes. I've spoken at ETHGlobal, ETHDenver, Bitcoin L2 Conference Nashville, DevMos, and Staking Summit, and I host The Blackbox Podcast. I'm available for conference talks, team workshops, and podcast appearances.
How far out is your availability?
I typically book 2-4 weeks out. For urgent architecture reviews or advisory calls, I can often accommodate within a week. Book a discovery call and we'll find the right timing.

Ready to ship something
worth trusting?

Whether you need architecture consulting, a DevRel program, or a technical advisor — let's talk.