Mihael Šinkec
Summary
Senior Software Engineer with a strong background in software development, specializing in back-end solutions, scalable systems, and compilers. Extensive experience in blockchain technology, cryptography, and smart contracts, with a proven track record of building secure and scalable blockchain-based solutions. Skilled in leading teams, conducting workshops, and contributing to innovative projects. Strong experience in IT consulting and system administration.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Bitcoin Software Engineer
Handcash
12.2024 - Current
- https://handcash.io
- Implemented backend features and services.
- Integrated Bitcoin primitives—incl. a stablecoin protocol—into core APIs.
- Advised engineers on deep Bitcoin internals (Bitcoin Script, UTXO, tx lifecycle).
Owner
Kala s.p.
10.2020 - Current
- Running an independent IT consulting firm specializing in software solutions and blockchain technology.
Senior Software Engineer
sCrypt
05.2021 - 12.2024
- https://scry.pt.io
- Leading the development of smart contracts and scalable blockchain solutions using sCrypt and Bitcoin.
- Implemented the first fully functional ZK SNARK verifier in Bitcoin script, bridging complex cryptographic theory to real-world applications.
- Conducted technical talks and hands-on workshops on Bitcoin and blockchain development for developers and academic audiences.
- Skills: Blockchain, Bitcoin, Cryptography, ZK, Smart Contracts, Compilers.
System Administrator
CJVT UL
04.2019 - 07.2022
- https://www.cjvt.si/
- Managed servers and system infrastructure for language technology research projects.
- Skills: DevOps, Server Administration, Systems Management.
Programming Tutor
University of Ljubljana, Faculty of Computer and Information Science
03.2019 - 06.2019
- Assisted students in understanding programming concepts and enhancing their coding skills.
Project Developer - Video-based Ski Jump Length Measuring
University of Ljubljana
07.2018 - 09.2018
- Developed back-end and persistence layers for a video-based measurement system.
Software Developer
i-Rose d.o.o.
02.2017 - 10.2017
- Worked on back-end systems and persistence layers for business software solutions.
Education
Bachelor's Degree - Computer and Information Sciences
University of Ljubljana, Faculty of Computer and Information Science
01.2020
Computer Science
SPTŠ Murska Sobota
01.2016
Skills
- Software Engineering: Back-end Development, Developer Tooling Design, Compilers
- System Administration: DevOps, Server Management, Systems Management
- Programming Languages: Python, Typescript, Go, Rust,
- Blockchain Development: Bitcoin, Smart Contracts, EVM, sCrypt
- Cryptography: ZK, Elliptic Curve Cryptography, General Cryptographic Concepts
Websites
Timeline
Bitcoin Software Engineer
Handcash
12.2024 - Current
Senior Software Engineer
sCrypt
05.2021 - 12.2024
Owner
Kala s.p.
10.2020 - Current
System Administrator
CJVT UL
04.2019 - 07.2022
Programming Tutor
University of Ljubljana, Faculty of Computer and Information Science
03.2019 - 06.2019
Project Developer - Video-based Ski Jump Length Measuring
University of Ljubljana
07.2018 - 09.2018
Software Developer
i-Rose d.o.o.
02.2017 - 10.2017
Computer Science
SPTŠ Murska Sobota
Bachelor's Degree - Computer and Information Sciences
University of Ljubljana, Faculty of Computer and Information Science
Awards
- Winner of the Litecoin Track in the Bitcoin Olympics, Litecoin Foundation, Sep 2024, https://x.com/LTCFoundation/status/1832765842603581763
- Winner of Hackathon on Natural Language Processing, NLB d.d., Dec 2020
- Winner of IT Hackathon on "Business Intelligence", Triglav d.d., Nov 2020