About me

About me

Welcome to my website! 👋

I am a Blockchain Backend developer at Distributed Lab, based in Ukraine. I am also a finalist of the Ukraine Global Scholars 501(c)(3) program and currently pursuing my studies at Karazin National University, where I major in Applied Mathematics. My primary areas of interest revolve around Programming, encompassing web development, AI/ML, game development, and mathematical modeling. I am also deeply passionate about Mathematics and Physics.

Throughout my career, I have gathered a wealth of achievements and skills, which I've documented on this website. Whether you have inquiries or simply want to get in touch, feel free to reach out to me. I'm more than happy to answer any questions you may have! 🙂

Dmytro Zakharov
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Work experience

Distributed Lab
2 years 4 months
Kharkiv/Kyiv, Ukraine
  • R&D Engineer in ML and Cryptography
    Full-time
    Jun 2023 - Present · 9 months
    • Implementing elliptic curve arithmetics and pairing for custom ZK constraint system.
    • Writing research papers, conducting experiments.
    • Researching Neural Network applications in Blockchain & Cybersecurity.
    • Developed 3D Physics computer simulation in Rust (Bevy game engine).
  • Junior Golang Backend Developer
    Full-time
    Jan 2022 - Jun 2023 · 1 year 6 months
    • Integrated KYC and deposits/withdrawals functionality for an investing platform.
    • Implemented backend notifications service for a DAO platform featuring integration with Telegram, Discord, Slack, emails, and web pushes.
    • Worked on an open-source tokenized books store project, now its backend team reviewer.
    • Implemented document aggregator service for a SafeRE project that downloads and sorts all account transactions and operations on the private blockchain regardless of timeframe specified.
    • Implemented piece of cross-chain bridge functionality on the Pact programming language.
    • Developed Backend service for the P2E game with Solidity contracts integration.
    • Developed Backend responsible for Decentralized marketplace statistics processing (MoonRabbit DEX).
    • Developed Backend service for the IGO crowdfunding website.
  • Intern Golang Backend Developer
    Full-time
    Nov 2021 - Dec 2021 · 2 months
    • Programmed microservice using Golang Language.
    • Studied how to work with databases (specifically, PSQL).
    • Studied Docker and Docker Compose.
    • Studied basics of Blockchain and Cryptocurrency.
    • Worked with Linux and Git (GitLab & GitHub).
Ukraine Global Scholars
Finalist 2021, Math Test Creation Lead
Jun 2021 - Nov 2021 · 6 months
Ukraine
One of 56 finalists out of 550 applicants selected through a rigorous 3-stage selection process focusing on academic skills, extracurricular achievements, and character. Currently, an entrance math test creation lead that is being used for assessing more than 300 students.

Education

Karazin National University
Applied Mathematics Major, Bachelor
GPA: 96/100
Sep 2021 - Now · 2 years 6 months
Kharkiv, Ukraine
Studying at one of the best Ukrainian national universities (top-1 according to QS), majoring in Applied Mathematics, School of Mathematics and Informatics. Taking classes in Linear Algebra, Analytical and Differential Geometry, Real Analysis, Measure Theory, Functional Analysis etc.
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Kharkiv Physics & Mathematics Lyceum
GPA: 11.8/12
Sep 2014 - Jun 2021 · 7 years
Kharkiv, Ukraine
Graduated from one of the best schools nationally (top-6 according to 2021 rating) with national exam scores (External Independent Testing) in 4 subjects of 794/800. Received two President of Ukraine scholarships for a junior research paper and outstanding final exam results.

Languages & Tests

Ukrainian
Native speaker
English
CEFR level: C1-C2
  • TOEFL
    113/120
    • TOEFL Total Score: 113/120
    • Reading: 28/30
    • Listening: 29/30
    • Speaking: 27/30
    • Writing: 29/30
    • SAT
      1500/1600
      • SAT Total Score: 1500/1600
      • Reading: 330/400
      • Grammar: 370/400
      • Mathematics: 800/800
German
CEFR Level: B2
Completed Das Nürnberger Haus (official Goethe Institute partner) German courses