Ali Faraj
Ali Faraj

CSO & CTO, Technology Services

25 Years of Experience
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Blockchain Consulting –
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Explore the transformative power of blockchain technology and discover new opportunities for growth. Our team of blockchain specialists can leverage a range of technologies, including distributed ledger technology (DLT), to their full potential, providing you with secure end-to-end blockchain solutions tailored to your needs.
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Clients Served
25,000+
Total Vetted Professionals
20,000+
Toptal Total Projects Delivered
64,000+
Industries Served
300+

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Our Services

Toptal Blockchain Consulting Services

Empower your business with Toptal’s Blockchain Consulting Services. Our blockchain experts utilize extensive industry experience and technical proficiency to develop, integrate, and optimize blockchain solutions, ensuring strategic implementation and operational excellence.

Blockchain Strategy Consulting

Strategize and map out blockchain projects to efficiently transform business processes.

Smart Contract Development Services

Develop self-executing contracts to boost transaction reliability in your blockchain ecosystem.

Blockchain Integration Services

Integrate blockchain technology to optimize business models and boost system efficiency.

Decentralized Application Development Services

Build secure, transparent DApps on blockchain networks using distributed ledger technologies.

Blockchain Financial Services

Enhance financial operations with blockchain for greater transparency and reduced fraud risks.

ICO Consulting

Benefit from expert guidance on initial coin offerings, utilizing blockchain to secure transactions and build confidence.

Blockchain Security Services

Strengthen blockchain infrastructure with protocols to safeguard data integrity across the chain.

Cryptocurrency Development Services

Create custom cryptocurrencies to enhance transaction security and manage digital assets.

Fintech Software Development Services

Develop blockchain-driven fintech applications to innovate and secure financial interactions.

NFT Development Services

Design and implement unique digital assets with blockchain, ensuring authenticity and ownership.

Digital Wallet Development Services

Develop intuitive digital wallets on blockchain networks for easy management of digital assets.

Ethereum Development Services

Leverage Ethereum to build smart contract applications and enhance decentralized business processes.

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PARTNERSHIP THAT WORKS

How We Deliver Blockchain Consulting Services

Our blockchain consulting team, with experience at leading companies, will work with you to develop and deploy tailored solutions to meet your business needs and unique industry demands, providing you with sustainable results and long-term success.

1

Discover

2

Define

3

Develop

Once your service is defined and your team is in place, they will establish a project timeline and process, whether your project involves launching an ICO or building a complete blockchain ecosystem.
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Deploy

Ali Faraj
Ali Faraj
CSO & CTO, Technology Services

Ali is an IT leader and strategist with 25+ years of experience at IBM, Verizon, Thomson Reuters, and Cognizant. He has led global teams, building and scaling multibillion-dollar annual growth. As a turnaround and strategic growth expert, he has jump-started innovation, grown revenue, and improved productivity. He has worked across verticals and across a wide range of technologies including AI/ML, cloud, ERP, CRM, ITSM, cybersecurity, and others.Ali is an IT leader and strategist with 25+ years of experience at IBM, Verizon, Thomson Reuters, and Cognizant. He has led global teams, building and scaling multibillion-dollar annual growth. As a turnaround and strategic growth expert, he has jump-started innovation, grown revenue, and improved productivity.

Previously At

IBM
CUSTOMIZED SOLUTIONS
Blockchain Consulting Services That Deliver Value
Toptal delivers leading blockchain consulting services through its diverse talent network and flexible delivery models. We implement the right skills at each project phase, blending expertise from various roles for seamless execution.
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End-to-end project delivery per your specific requirements.
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Ali Faraj
Ali Faraj
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CSO & CTO, Technology Services

Ali is an IT leader and strategist with 25+ years of experience at IBM, Verizon, Thomson Reuters, and Cognizant. He has led global teams, building and scaling multibillion-dollar annual growth. As a turnaround and strategic growth expert, he has jump-started innovation, grown revenue, and improved productivity. He has worked across verticals and across a wide range of technologies including AI/ML, cloud, ERP, CRM, ITSM, cybersecurity, and others.

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Technology Experience

25+ Years

Rachael Karaffa
Rachael Karaffa
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Delivery Manager

Rachael serves as a Delivery Manager at Toptal with a focus on leading diverse global teams in developing innovative solutions for our clients. She works across multiple disciplines, including technology, marketing, and management consulting. Rachael specializes in managing people and client relationships, process optimization, and driving teams toward optimal business outcomes.

Previously Managed Client

Experience

9+ Years

Kaustav Chakraborty
Kaustav Chakraborty
Verified Expert in Engineering
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22+ Years

of Experience

Blockchain Architect

Kaustav is a hands-on, goal-oriented, versatile technology professional with more than two decades of experience, primarily in open-source digital technologies such as blockchain, IoT, microservices, cloud services, distributed architecture, R&D, design, and development. He has a proven track record of delivering consistent business results, and he loves to take on technical challenges, learn about new technology innovations, and deliver successful products worldwide.

Previously at

Erick Watson
Erick Watson
Verified Expert in Product Management
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14+ Years

of Experience

Blockchain Product Manager

Erick is an innovative, entrepreneurial executive leader who translates customer needs into compelling product strategies that animate the business and technical worlds. He accelerates business impact with outstanding performance across product strategy and execution, challenging the status quo with industry-disruptive tech solutions. Erick distills and communicates complex technical information to drive action across the organization, interfacing with board members and C-level executives.

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Piotr Poznanski
Piotr Poznanski
Verified Expert in Engineering
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23+ Years

of Experience

Blockchain Engineer

Piotr is a blockchain architect, software developer, and technical lead with more than 23 years of experience working with CERN, Motorola Solutions, universities, and more. He has led projects, served as a Scrum master, and developed and delivered complex web and mobile solutions, including business and technical requirements, architecture, third-party API integrations, data acquisition, and processing for BI. Piotr co-developed the pan configuration language and has a PhD in computer science.

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Qijiong Jiang
Qijiong Jiang
Verified Expert in Engineering
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11+ Years

of Experience

Blockchain Engineer

Qijiong is an experienced software engineer focused on the information technology and services industry. He is skilled in Python, Django, Node.js, machine learning, and blockchain technologies. He led a team that implemented an international payment system based on Ethereum integrated with a core banking system. Qijiong is a blockchain consultant with a strong engineering background and a Master's degree focused on machine learning.

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Jimmy Stone
Jimmy Stone
Verified Expert in Finance
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16+ Years

of Experience

Blockchain Finance Expert

Jimmy has executed and evaluated more than $1 billion in debt, equity, and M&A transactions at the investment bank J.P. Morgan, the private equity firm Warwick Group, and as a consultant. He’s advised businesses ranging from pre revenue startups to public companies valued at more than $1 billion in a broad range of industries. Jimmy holds an MBA with honors from Wharton, and he joined Toptal to help clients create tangible value and learn about new business models.

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Christian Fernandez
Christian Fernandez
Verified Expert in Engineering
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22+ Years

of Experience

DevSecOps Engineer

Chris is a pioneer in ethical hacking and a Linux systems engineer with multiple certifications and more than 22 years of experience. He is well-known in ethical hacking and open-source communities and mentioned in books and documentaries.

Previously at

UNRIVALED EXPERTISE

Our Talent Has Worked With Top Companies

Having previously worked with these leading global companies, our talent brings valuable insights and expertise to deliver world-class outcomes.

Google
OpenAI
Meta
Microsoft
Apple
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Neil Mann

Neil Mann

Verified Expert in Finance
19 Years of Experience
Neil is a business transformation expert and management consultant with more than 20 years of experience across the financial services, natural resources, hospitality, and fast-moving consumer goods sectors. He has created and implemented digital ledger technology solutions at Kearney and global mining group Rio Tinto, and is a board advisor for LogChain, a digital supply chain logistics platform.

Previously at

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