About
Chainlayer was officially founded in the Netherlands in November 2019. Since then, we have grown into a multi-million dollar company with tremendous success in node operations and investments.
Our team
The Chainlayer team is a group of passionate and dedicated professionals from different countries and backgrounds - committed to our mission.
With experience in finance, military, police, telecom, security, and other industries, we are an adverse team that excels at finding innovative solutions for our customers, partners, and the community.
Leadership
Jonas
CEO
Jonas is responsible for planning and executing key strategic initiatives within the company. He has an extensive cybersecurity and digital forensics background from the Norwegian Police Security Service and Palo Alto Networks. Jonas holds a BSc from the University of South Wales and accredited courses from the Norwegian Police University College.
Peter
CFO & Co-Founder
Peter co-founded Chainlayer with Christian in 2019. Peter is a blockchain veteran and hands-on leader who has grown Chainlayer into the well-respected company it is today. Before founding Chainlayer, Peter worked for large financial institutions such as Rabobank and ING in various roles.
Brad
CTO
Brad is an enterprise IT expert with over 17 years of experience. Specializing in automation, infrastructure, and security, he has a history of leading transformative modernization projects. His expertise encompasses traditional infrastructure, cloud, Kubernetes, and modern DevOps/SRE practices.
Experts
Chris
Co-Founder and Advisor
Christian is a blockchain veteran, and has been experimenting with everything the crypto sphere has to offer. Before co-founding Chainlayer, he worked for the Norwegian Armed Forces, Norwegian Police Security Service, and Telenor.
Jiri
Tech Lead Infrastructure
Jiri has an extensive background in IT systems and infrastructure administration. He has solid experience in automation, monitoring, and security. Besides his technical interests, he is also an experienced mountain guide.
Karim
Tech Lead DevOps
Karim has been working in the IT industry for over ten years. He has a broad skillset with a background in infrastructure, operations and development. Karim is a big fan of automation and is always looking for ways to improve workflows. He is a firm believer in open source and is always looking for ways to contribute to the community.
Jesse
Senior DevOps Engineer
Jesse's journey from a network engineer in defense contracting, responsible for managing sensitive information in secure settings, to a DevOps engineer reflects his deep technical expertise and adaptability. Now at Chainlayer, he is instrumental in building and maintaining efficient and secure systems across blockchains.
Lazar
DevOps Engineer
Lazar holds a Master’s Degree in Cybersecurity and has a passion for exploring abstract mathematical concepts and tinkering with security challenges. With an interest in automation, git workflows, virtualization, and blockchain software, he brings both precision and creativity to his work. Music fuels his focus, while automotive sports and competitive gaming keep his spirit sharp.
Filip
DevOps Engineer
Filip is responsible for the infrastructure's design, implementation, and maintenance. Soon he will graduate from the Norwegian University of Science and Technology (NTNU) with a Master's in cybersecurity and digital forensics. His passion is blockchain technology.
Joakim
Full Stack Engineer
Joakim is responsible for crafting engaging front-end experiences. With a rich multimedia design and concept development background, he translates designs into intuitive interfaces, ensuring seamless user journeys. Joakim is a problem-solver at heart and combines technical expertise with creative innovation for impactful digital spaces.
Thomas
Senior DevOps Engineer
Thomas brings over 18 years of cybersecurity expertise to our team. With an extensive background from the Norwegian Armed Forces and the Police Security Service, he has a wealth of experience in all aspects of computing. He is passionate about container-based systems.
Patrick
Business Controller
Patrick oversees the company's financial planning and control, strategically focusing on reporting, investment analysis, and internal controls. With extensive experience in financial advisory and SME auditing, he is an accredited accountant with an MSc in Accounting and Control from VU Amsterdam.
Wim
Controller
Wim is responsible for maintaining the financial overview of the company, reporting and analytics. Wim has an extensive background working in financial roles for notaries, shipping industry and engineering.
Thomas
Business Advisor
Currently serving as the Country Manager for Fortinet, he brings a wealth of experience in the cybersecurity sector. His proven track record in building and scaling international companies across the Nordic region demonstrates his strong leadership abilities. His expertise in strategic leadership adds valuable insights and guidance to the board.