# Andy Bell
[LinkedIn](https://www.linkedin.com/in/andy-bell-a3474488/) | [Github](https://github.com/andyjsbell)

## Summary
Engineering leader with 25+ years building technology and two successful exits. Currently advancing blockchain's execution layer through VM development across Solana, Aptos, and JAM protocol. Deep expertise in zero-knowledge proofs, RISC-V architecture, and Rust systems programming. Recently built and led Movement Labs' engineering team through 300M+ transaction testnet, architecting multiple L2 designs including zkVM-based rollups. Operating through Inertia Labs to explore bleeding-edge blockchain infrastructure.

## Technical Expertise
**Core:** Rust, Zero-Knowledge Proofs (SP1, RiscZero, Groth16), VM Architecture, Solana/Agave
**Blockchain:** Aptos VM, SVM, JAM Protocol, Substrate, Cosmos SDK, EVM, Solidity
**Systems:** RISC-V (32/64), WebAssembly, Distributed Systems, Cryptographic Protocols
**Leadership:** Team Building, Technical Strategy, Product Development, Research Direction

## Experience

**Independent Blockchain Researcher & Developer**
*February 2025 - Present*
- zkVMs (RiscZero, SP1, OpenVM, Cairo/Miden)
- Implementation of core SVM for constrained systems
- Porting Solana's Agave client to both RISCV32 and RISCV64 for ZKVM compatibility
- Developing SVM services for JAM Protocol implementation
- Researching Aptos VM adaptation for RISCV32 and ZKVMs
- Contributing to open-source JAM ecosystem development

**Head of Engineering - Movement Labs**
*January 2024 - January 2025*
- Built and led engineering and research teams (12 members) from inception
- Architected and developed three distinct L2 designs, including ZK L2 rollup using SP1 and RiscZero
- Delivered successful testnet processing 300M+ transactions with high stability

**VP of Engineering - Biconomy**
*May 2023 - January 2024*
- Scaled engineering team from 12 to 20+ engineers
- Shipped production Account Abstraction (ERC-4337) infrastructure processing 1M+ transactions
- Reduced transaction costs by 40% through optimization of bundler implementation
- Built high-performance infrastructure in Go and Rust serving 100+ dApps

**Head of Engineering - Composable Finance**
*September 2022 - May 2023*
- Led 30+ engineers across DeFi and cross-chain bridging products
- Delivered IBC-Substrate bridge connecting Polkadot and Cosmos ecosystems
- Managed $10M+ in development resources across multiple protocols

**CTO - Ajuna Network / BloGa Tech AG**
*February 2022 - September 2022*
- Technical lead for Kusama/Polkadot parachain focused on gaming
- Implemented TEE-based random number generation for on-chain gaming
- Secured parachain slot through successful crowdloan campaign

**Senior Software Engineer - Chainflip Labs**
*February 2021 - February 2022*
- Core developer on novel cross-chain DEX using Substrate
- Implemented threshold signature scheme (TSS) in Rust for validator network
- Designed state machine for cross-chain swap execution

**Co-founder & CTO - DisplayNote Technologies**
*October 2011 - February 2021*
- Led technical development from startup to successful exit
- Shipped 7 commercial products generating $20M+ in revenue
- Built and managed engineering team of 20+ developers
- Patents in wireless display and collaboration technology

## Advanced Training & Certifications
- **ZK Bootcamp** - RareSkills (Implemented Groth16 from scratch)
- **ZK Scaling Bootcamp** - Encode Club
- **IBC and Rollups for Developers** - B9Lab
- **Substrate Runtime Developer** - Industry Connect
- **NEAR Certified Developer** - NEAR University

## Education
- MSc Biotechnology - 1996
- BSc Biochemistry - 1994