Francesco Micheli

Focused on building reliable, high-performance systems

Dubai, United Arab Emirates (UAE), GST/GMT+4

About

Backend engineer with 5+ years building scalable systems in Rust and Python. Specialized in high-performance applications, blockchain infrastructure, and AI-powered solutions. Track record includes mining pool protocol implementation (Stratum V2), co-founding a VR digital therapeutics startup as CTO, and developing Bitcoin-based systems. Focused on clean architecture, reliability, and solving complex technical challenges from design through deployment.

Work Experience

Freelance Dubai, UAE

2025 - Present

Software Engineer

Developing backend systems and APIs for diverse clients using Rust and Python. Delivering high-performance applications, data processing pipelines, and LLM-powered solutions with emphasis on scalability and code quality.

DMND Dubai, UAE

2025 - 2025

Software Engineer

Developed high-performance Bitcoin mining pool infrastructure in Rust, implementing the Stratum V2 protocol for enhanced security and efficiency. Built scalable backend systems optimized for low-latency mining operations and reliable pool connectivity.

Freelance Dubai, UAE

2023 - 2024

Software Engineer

Built production applications integrating LLM APIs (GPT, LLaMA) for intelligent automation and analysis. Implemented Bitcoin solutions using modern cryptographic techniques and protocol standards. Delivered full-stack applications in Python/TypeScript and performance-critical backends in Rust.

Freelance Terni, Italy

2020 - 2023

Software Engineer

Delivered end-to-end software solutions for clients across concept, development, and deployment phases. Built scalable applications with emphasis on maintainability and system reliability. Specialized in Bitcoin infrastructure and Web3 integrations.

Vega Digital Therapeutics Terni, Italy

2021 - 2022

CTO and Co-Founder

Co-founded digital therapeutics startup, serving as CTO and leading technical strategy. Managed cross-functional team building VR therapy applications on Pico platform for mental health treatment. Designed framework enabling healthcare professionals to deliver evidence-based VR interventions. Built engineering team and established development practices for Android and VR platforms.

Freelance Perugia, Italy

2013 - 2020

Mobile Developer

Developed cross-platform mobile applications for iOS and Android, managing complete project lifecycle. Collaborated with Bitcoin Core developers to build Unity-based educational game promoting cryptocurrency awareness. Contributed to open-source Bitcoin wallet by implementing Decentralized Identifier (DID) resolver functionality.