Konstantin Kladko
About Konstantin Kladko
Konstantin Kladko is a co-founder and Chief Technology Officer at SKALE Labs, where he focuses on blockchain technology. He has a background in cryptography and theoretical physics, having held key positions at various technology companies and institutions, including Los Alamos National Laboratory and Stanford University.
Work at SKALE Labs
Konstantin Kladko serves as the Co-founder and Chief Technology Officer at SKALE Labs since 2018. His role involves the development of high-performance blockchain consensus and zero-knowledge (ZK) infrastructure. Under his leadership, SKALE Labs focuses on enhancing blockchain scalability and security, contributing to the advancement of decentralized applications.
Previous Experience in Cryptography and Technology
Before joining SKALE Labs, Konstantin Kladko co-founded Aspect Labs, where he validated the security of cryptographic protocols for major corporations and open-source products. He also held the position of Core Cryptography Lead at Ingrian Networks, contributing to cryptographic solutions. Additionally, he co-founded Cloudessa, a cloud security firm that was later acquired by Global Reach.
Education and Expertise
Konstantin Kladko holds a Master of Science in Theoretical and Mathematical Physics from V. N. Karazin Kharkiv National University. He further advanced his studies at Technische Universität Dresden, where he earned a Ph.D. in Natural Sciences. His academic background provides a strong foundation for his work in theoretical physics and cryptography.
Achievements in Research and Awards
Konstantin Kladko was awarded the Otto Hahn Medal by the Max Planck Society for having the best PhD in Germany in Quantum Physics. This recognition highlights his contributions to the field of quantum physics and underscores his expertise in theoretical and mathematical physics.
Career at Los Alamos National Laboratory
From 1998 to 1999, Konstantin Kladko worked as a Director's Fellow in the Theoretical Division at Los Alamos National Laboratory. This position allowed him to engage in advanced research and development in theoretical physics, contributing to significant projects during his tenure.