Solo-built solutions,
world-class network
Principal-led execution with strategic access to specialized expertise when your project demands it.
Ryan MacCarthy
Principal Engineer
AI, Data Science, DeFi, Web3
15-Year Track Record
Across Industries
I've turned emerging tech into bottom-line results across the full spectrum—from Fortune 500 enterprises to pioneering startups.
Enterprise & Fortune 500
Built field-sales optimizers, ML prediction engines, and data platforms that drove $27M+ in annual revenue impact.
Web3 & DeFi Leaders
Architected dispute oracles, portfolio margin systems, and on-chain analytics—including 5× ETHDenver-winning prototypes.
Key Achievements
Elite Specialist Network
When projects require specialized expertise beyond core capabilities, I collaborate with world-class specialists across key domains.
Quantitative Research
Former Goldman Sachs quants, PhD statisticians
- Options pricing models
- Risk optimization
- Statistical arbitrage
Frontend Excellence
Award-winning designers from top agencies
- UX/UI innovation
- Performance optimization
- Accessibility standards
DevOps & Infrastructure
Former FAANG senior engineers
- Cloud architecture
- Security protocols
- Scalability design
Financial Protocol Design
DeFi protocol architects with $B+ TVL experience
- Smart contract architecture
- Tokenomics design
- Liquidity mechanisms
Data Science & ML
Research scientists from leading AI labs
- ML model development
- AI systems architecture
- Data pipeline design
Strategic Consulting
Former McKinsey, BCG partners and industry leaders
- Market analysis
- Strategic planning
- Business transformation
How We Work
Our solo-principal model delivers boutique quality with enterprise results. By maintaining direct execution while strategically accessing specialized expertise, we achieve rapid delivery cycles without compromising on quality.
Solo-Principal Model
Direct execution by Ryan ensures consistent quality and rapid iteration cycles
Strategic Collaboration
When projects require specialized expertise, we engage world-class specialists
Rapid Delivery
6-8 week delivery cycles through focused execution and clear decision-making
Delivery Metrics
Results That Matter
Our approach consistently delivers measurable impact for clients across AI, Web3, and DeFi projects.