Om Santoshwar

Smart Contract Security Researcher | Web3 Builder

Recent IIT Dhanbad grad who switched from mechanical engineering to blockchain security. Currently working on production DeFi protocols while preparing for smart contract auditing roles.

Current Focus

• Actively participating in web3 hackathons
• Building liquid staking protocol on Avalanche/Starknet
• Studying bridge, oracle, and DeFi security patterns
• Working through CTFs and preparing for audit contests

Experience

Nethermind (Jan - Apr 2025)
Blockchain Developer Intern

• Developed evaluation agents for Teeception (TEE + Starknet)
• Contributed to Starknet-Remix-Plugin
• Exposure to smart contract security through audit analysis

OnlyDust (Aug 2024 - Present)
35+ contributions across Starknet ecosystem projects

Recent Wins

• ETHIndia 2024: Finalist + 3 Track Winner (Polygon, Coinbase, Base)
• Chainlink Chromion 2025: 1st Prize (Avalanche Cross-Chain Track)
• ETHBelgrade 2025: 1st Prize (Iexec TEE Track)
• Starknet Winter Hackathon 2025: DeFi Track Winner

Why ETHIndia Villa

Looking to connect with builders focused on security, DeFi protocols, and cross-chain systems. Want to learn from Super Hackers while building something meaningful in a focused environment.

Stack: Solidity, Cairo, Rust, TypeScript | Foundry, Hardhat | ZK, DeFi, Cross-chain