Farzan Saqib

About Me

Welcome to my Website! This is my personal space where I share my thoughts, insights, and experiences in blockchain engineering, distributed systems, and Web3 development.

Personal Profile

I'm Farzan Saqib, a Blockchain Engineer at ArmUp and CTO at PQC-Labs, with expertise in quantum-resistant blockchain technologies and smart contract development. As a full-stack Web3 developer, I combine deep blockchain expertise with excellent engineering practices to create secure and innovative distributed systems.

Technical Skills

  • Programming Languages: Golang (core), TypeScript, JavaScript, Rust, Java, Python
  • Blockchain Technologies: Solidity, Foundry, Ethers.js, Chainlink, LayerZero, Graph Protocol, zkProofs
  • Web Development: Nest.js, Vue.js, React.js, Next.js, TypeORM, Prisma, Sequelize
  • Databases & Backend: PostgreSQL, MongoDB, GraphQL, Redis, Kafka, RabbitMQ
  • DevOps & Cloud: Docker, Kubernetes, GitHub Actions, Terraform, AWS, GCP, DigitalOcean
  • System Programming: Distributed Systems, Microservices, CLI Tools, P2P Networking, gRPC
  • Blockchain Chains: Ethereum, zkSync, Arbitrum, Vanar Chain, Solana, Polygon CDK, Hyperledger
  • Security & Auditing: Smart Contract Auditing, Fuzz Testing, Formal Verification, PQC Integration

Work Experience

ArmUp | Blockchain Engineer | March 2025-Present

Leading development of ArmChain, a quantum-resistant, EVM-compatible blockchain written in Go. Conducted deep research on Post-Quantum Cryptography (PQC) based on NIST's standardization rounds, with a focus on signature schemes (Dilithium, Falcon, MLDSA) and KEMs like Kyber. Integrated PQC libraries including TQ42's suite, liboqs, and Cloudflare's CIRCL, and successfully replaced Ethereum's native cryptography with MLDSA in execution clients.

PQC-Labs | CTO Blockchain Technologies | Self-employed

Architecting and delivering bespoke blockchain platforms for three clients, with a focus on their unique business needs. Leading the development of a quantum-resistant, EVM-compatible blockchain ecosystem, designing the core architecture and PQC integration strategy. Overseeing the creation of a private, permissioned RWA network, ensuring compliance and on-chain identity management.

Vanar Chain | Blockchain Engineer | May 2024-Feb 2025

Maintenance and improvement of Vanar Chain's infrastructure (Geth, Prysm, Kubernetes, Grafana, Prometheus). Facilitated the onboarding of new DApps on Vanar Chain with technical integration strategies. Developed and audited smart contracts using Solidity, Foundry, and Hardhat. Contributed to business development and ecosystem growth through internal tooling and DApp development.

Notable Projects

I've led several significant projects, including:

  • Xenolith: A modular, flexible blockchain written in Golang following the adapter/plugin design pattern
  • ApacheSwap: A decentralized exchange (DEX) implementing Uniswap V2 and V3 whitepapers with enhanced liquidity and security
  • Alacrity: An RWA tokenization protocol facilitating secure, transparent, trustless P2P commerce
  • Velho Exchange: A centralized exchange (CEX) for cryptocurrencies featuring order books and exchange engine
  • Eavesdrop: A blockchain interoperability protocol inspired by Chainlink CCIP and OCR
  • Distributed CAS: A decentralized, distributed storage system for P2P file storage with encrypted storage

Education

National University of Science and Technology | Bachelor's Degree | Software Engineering | 2012-2016

  • GPA: 3.5
  • Major courses: Computer Networks, Data Structures and Algorithms, Operating Systems, Database Systems, Software Engineering

Cyfrin Updraft | Advanced Smart Contract Development, Testing; DeFi & RWA Protocols | Jan 2024-April 2024

Contact Information

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