Arkadiy Kukarkin
About Arkadiy Kukarkin
Arkadiy Kukarkin is a Grants Manager at Protocol Labs, where he has worked since 2018. He has a diverse background in technology, having held positions such as CTO at Mediachain Labs and Senior Software Engineer at companies like Foursquare and Spotify.
Work at Protocol Labs
Arkadiy Kukarkin has been serving as the Grants Manager at Protocol Labs since 2018. In this role, he is responsible for overseeing grant initiatives and managing funding opportunities within the organization. Protocol Labs is known for its focus on decentralized technologies and innovative projects, and Kukarkin's contributions support the organization's mission and objectives.
Education and Expertise
Arkadiy Kukarkin studied at Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute from 2005 to 2009, where he earned degrees in Chemistry, Computer Science, and Cognitive Science. His educational background provides him with a strong foundation in both technical and scientific disciplines. Prior to that, he attended Stuyvesant High School from 2001 to 2005, further enhancing his academic credentials.
Previous Work Experience
Before his current role, Kukarkin held several positions in the tech industry. He worked as a Senior Software Engineer at Spotify from 2017 to 2018 and at Foursquare from 2014 to 2015. Additionally, he served as the Chief Technology Officer at Mediachain Labs from 2015 to 2017. His experience also includes a five-year tenure as a Software Engineer at The Hype Machine, where he contributed to various projects.
Advisory Role at Ampled
Since 2018, Arkadiy Kukarkin has also been an Advisor at Ampled, a platform that supports musicians and creators. In this advisory capacity, he provides insights and guidance to help the organization achieve its goals and enhance its offerings in the creative sector.