Karthikeyan
Katkam

Full Stack Engineer & Visionary Tech Entrepreneur

Founder/CEO of Maya Exchange

Co-Founder/CEO of Maya Cyber Security Group

8+ Years in AI/ML, Blockchain & Quantum Security

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Karthikeyan Katkam - Full Stack Engineer and Tech Entrepreneur

Professional Summary

Visionary tech entrepreneur and Full Stack Engineer with over 8 years of comprehensive software development experience, specializing in AI/ML, Blockchain, and Quantum-Resistant Cybersecurity.

Proven leader as the Founder/CEO of Maya Exchange, a revolutionary UPI-integrated crypto platform, and the Co-Founder/CEO of Maya Cyber Security Group. Expert in architecting enterprise-grade decentralized applications, developing secure smart contracts, and integrating complex AI/ML pipelines.

Demonstrated leadership across startup ecosystems with a strong focus on fintech innovation, cross-border payments, and pioneering next-generation quantum security solutions.

Years Experience
8+
Companies Founded
3
Projects Delivered
50+
Commitment
100%

Technical Expertise

Comprehensive skill set spanning blockchain, AI/ML, web development, quantum-resistant security, and game development

Programming Languages

PythonJavaScriptTypeScriptSolidityC++C#JavaRubyFlutter/Dart

Blockchain & Web3

EthereumPolygonOptimismSmart ContractsHardhatTruffleWeb3.jsEthers.jsERC-20ERC-721ERC-1155OpenZeppelinIPFSFilecoin

AI/ML & Data Science

TensorFlowPyTorchscikit-learnOpenCVNumPyPandasComputer VisionQuantum MechanicsLLMsPredictive Analytics

Web Development

React.jsVue.jsNode.jsFastAPIDjangoSpring BootHTML5CSS3REST APIsNext.js

Security & DevOps

CybersecurityEncryptionQuantum-Resistant CryptographyDockerPodmanKubernetesAWS (EC2, Lambda)GitGitHub ActionsLinux

Databases & Mobile

MySQLMongoDBFirebasePostgreSQLAndroid StudioiOS DevelopmentReact NativeWindowsmacOS

Game Development

Unity 3DUnreal Engine 3/4/5Mobile GamesPC DevelopmentConsole DevelopmentAA/AAA TitlesBlockchain Gaming

Experience

Maya Cyber Security Group logo

Co-Founder & CEO

Maya Cyber Security Group

September 2025 – Present • Hyderabad, Telangana, India

Driving strategic innovation in quantum-resistant security frameworks designed to protect organizations against evolving and future cyber threats

Leading R&D initiatives focused on next-generation cryptographic solutions, including the proprietary Mayastra QPC (Quantum-Protection Cipher) technology

Developing advanced quantum security applications and algorithms to prepare for the post-quantum computing era

Building and mentoring high-performance teams of cryptographers, security researchers, and engineers

Championing research into advanced threat detection methodologies, including the Chidagnikundam monitoring system

Maya Exchange logo

Founder & CEO

Maya Exchange

Jan 2025 – Present • Hyderabad, India

AWS Engineer & Web3 Developer

Neurolov.ai

Sep 2024 – Dec 2024 • Gujarat, India

AI Engineer Intern

Volbit

Jun 2024 – Jul 2024 • Remote

Founder & CEO

Karthikeya Evolutionary Gaming Studio

Jan 2022 – Apr 2024 • Hyderabad, India

ML & Growth Engineer

Digital Aided School

Jan 2023 – May 2023 • Hyderabad, India

Game Developer

Independent Game Developer

Aug 2021 – May 2022 • Hyderabad, India

Machine Learning Intern

iNeuron.ai

Jan 2021 – Jan 2022 • Remote

Full-time Freelancer

Freelance Game Developer

Apr 2017 – Jun 2021 • Hyderabad, India

Key Projects & Achievements

Showcasing innovative solutions in blockchain, AI/ML, quantum security, and game development

Maya Exchange

2025

In Development

Revolutionary UPI-integrated cryptocurrency exchange with seamless fiat on/off ramps and deep UPI integration

Technologies

SolidityWeb3.jsReactNode.jsPostgreSQLAWSHardhatOpenZeppelin

Key Metrics

Tier 1 Exchange Target

Multi-currency Support

99.9% Uptime

Cross-border Payments

Maya Cyber Security Group

2025

Active R&D

Next-generation quantum-resistant security frameworks and cryptographic solutions for post-quantum computing era

Technologies

Quantum CryptographyPythonC++Security ResearchThreat DetectionMayastra QPC

Key Metrics

Quantum-Protection Cipher

Advanced Threat Detection

Post-Quantum Ready

Chidagnikundam System

Blockchain-AI Integration Platform

2024

Production

Enterprise dApps combining blockchain security and transparency with AI-driven functionalities for real-world applications

Technologies

SolidityTensorFlowPolygonEthereumIPFSFastAPIPyTorchHardhat

Key Metrics

40% Gas Reduction

99.9% Uptime

High-Volume Transactions

Production-Grade Systems

Gaming Studio Portfolio

2022-2024

Completed

AA/AAA-scoped games with blockchain integration for NFT marketplaces and decentralized in-game economies

Technologies

Unity 3DUnreal EngineSolidityWeb3.jsC#C++Blockchain Gaming

Key Metrics

Mobile/PC/Console

Tokenized Assets

Decentralized Economies

8+ Developer Team

AI/ML Platform Development

2021-2024

Completed

Production-ready ML models for complex computer vision and predictive analytics with real-time data pipelines

Technologies

TensorFlowPyTorchOpenCVDockerKubernetesPythonNumPyPandas

Key Metrics

100K+ Records Daily

60% Efficiency Improvement

Automated Deployment

ML-Powered Dashboards

Education & Certifications

Education

Associate Degree in Blockchain Development

Indian Institute of Technology, Kanpur

Dec 2023 – May 2025 • Grade: 9.7/10

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Diploma in Computer Science Engineering

S.T. Mary's Group of Institutions

2022 – 2025 • Hyderabad, India

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Secondary School Certificate (SSC)

Anglo Vedic Convent High School

2021 – 2022 • Grade: 7.8/10

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Certifications

Blockchain Developer Certification

Indian Institute of Technology, Kanpur

Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning

Perfect-E-Learning

Additional Information

Languages

English (Fluent), Telugu (Native), Hindi (Fluent), German (A2 Level)

Interests

Technology Innovation, Blockchain Research, Quantum Computing, Trekking, Swimming, Reading