We architect and deploy production-grade smart contracts that power your token, DeFi protocol, or NFT project. Our development lifecycle includes formal verification and comprehensive audits to ensure security and reliability before mainnet deployment.
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Zero-Knowledge Proof VM Compilers
We develop custom compilers and toolchains that translate high-level code into efficient ZK circuit instructions, reducing proof costs by 40%+ and development time from months to weeks.
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CORE SERVICE
Smart Contract Development
Secure, gas-optimized smart contracts built for production by Web3-native engineers.
- Token Standards: Custom
ERC-20,ERC-721,ERC-1155, andERC-4626vaults. - DeFi Primitives: Automated Market Makers (AMMs), lending pools, staking contracts, and yield strategies.
- Gas Optimization: Code reviewed for efficiency, targeting up to 40% lower gas costs.
- Full Audit Trail: Development with
OpenZeppelinlibraries, documented inNatSpec, and tested withHardhat/Foundry.
Deploy with confidence. We provide a detailed security report and post-deployment monitoring for every contract, ensuring your core logic operates as intended under real-world conditions.
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ENGINEERED FOR PRODUCTION
Our ZK Compiler Development Capabilities
We build high-performance, auditable Zero-Knowledge compiler infrastructure that moves your project from concept to mainnet. Our focus is on provable security, developer experience, and production-grade reliability.
01
Custom Circuit Compilation
We develop compilers that transform high-level logic (C++, Rust, Noir) into optimized R1CS/Plonkish circuits for StarkNet, zkSync, and Scroll. This reduces development time and ensures circuit efficiency.
4-6 weeks
Typical Delivery
40-60%
Gas Cost Reduction
02
Prover & Verifier Integration
End-to-end integration of your compiled circuits with proving backends (Groth16, Plonk, STARK) and on-chain verifier smart contracts. We ensure seamless interoperability across your stack.
Sub-Second
Proof Generation
< 200k
Verifier Gas
03
Security-First Development
Every compiler and circuit undergoes rigorous review using formal verification tools and manual audit patterns. We implement safeguards against common ZK vulnerabilities like under-constrained circuits.
Audited
Trail of Bits
Zero
Critical Bugs Shipped
04
Performance Optimization
We specialize in constraint reduction, memory optimization, and parallel proof generation to minimize proving time and cost. This is critical for scalable dApps and high-frequency transactions.
10-100x
Speed Improvement
> 99.9%
Uptime SLA
06
Protocol-Specific Specialization
Deep expertise in compiler requirements for leading ZK rollups (zkEVM, StarkEx) and L1s. We ensure your circuits are optimized for the specific proving system and verifier contract architecture.
5+
Protocols Supported
Native
EVM Equivalence
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TANGIBLE RESULTS
Business Outcomes of a Custom ZK Compiler
Beyond theoretical advantages, a purpose-built Zero-Knowledge compiler delivers measurable business value. We architect compilers that translate directly into competitive edge, cost efficiency, and accelerated time-to-market.
01
Reduced Proof Generation Costs
We optimize your compiler's arithmetic circuits and constraint systems, directly lowering the computational overhead for proof generation. This translates to up to 60% lower operational costs for high-frequency applications like private DEXs or gaming.
40-60%
Cost Reduction
Circom / Noir
Target Frameworks
02
Faster Time-to-Market
Leverage our pre-built, audited libraries for common ZK primitives (e.g., Merkle trees, signature verification). We deliver a production-ready compiler pipeline, enabling you to deploy your ZK application in weeks, not months.
< 8 weeks
Avg. Deployment
Pre-audited
Core Libraries
03
Enhanced Protocol Security
Our development process integrates formal verification tools and security-first design patterns. We deliver compilers with certified correctness, mitigating risks of logical bugs and circuit vulnerabilities that can lead to catastrophic financial loss.
Formal Verification
Methodology
Zero Critical Bugs
Audit Track Record
04
Superior Developer Experience
We design intuitive Domain-Specific Languages (DSLs) and comprehensive tooling (debuggers, profilers) for your team. This reduces onboarding time by 70% and increases internal development velocity, a critical advantage for attracting top ZK talent.
70% Faster
Onboarding
Custom DSLs
Key Deliverable
05
Proven Interoperability
We ensure your custom compiler outputs are compatible with major proving backends (e.g., gnark, Halo2, Plonky2) and verification environments (EVM, Solana VM). This future-proofs your investment and prevents vendor lock-in.
Multi-Backend
Support
EVM / SVM
Verification Targets
06
Competitive Market Differentiation
A bespoke compiler enables unique, patentable privacy features and performance characteristics impossible with off-the-shelf tools. This creates a defensible technical moat for your protocol, attracting users and investors.
Unique Features
IP Potential
Performance Lead
Market Edge
Strategic Infrastructure Decision
Custom ZK Compiler vs. Generic Toolchain
A detailed comparison of the development, security, and operational trade-offs between building a custom zero-knowledge proof compiler tailored to your specific VM versus using a generic, one-size-fits-all solution.
| Key Factor | Generic Toolchain | Custom ZK Compiler |
|---|---|---|
Development Timeline | 2-4 weeks (integration) | 8-16 weeks (full build) |
Proof Generation Speed | Baseline (reference) | Optimized (2-10x faster) |
Circuit Size Efficiency | Standard | Minimal (30-70% smaller) |
Prover Key Size | Large (GBs) | Compact (100s of MBs) |
Custom Opcode Support | ||
Gas Cost Optimization | Limited | Deep, VM-specific |
Security Audit Overhead | Community-reviewed | Tailored, formal verification |
Ongoing Maintenance | Upstream dependency | Full control, your team |
Total Year 1 Cost | $50K - $150K (licensing, ops) | $250K - $600K (engineering) |
Ideal For | Prototypes, standard L2s | Production L1s, high-performance dApps |
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METHODOLOGY
Our Development Process
A systematic, security-first approach to building production-ready ZK VM compilers that accelerate your time-to-market.
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PRODUCTION-READY STACK
Technologies & Protocols We Work With
Our ZK compiler development is built on a proven stack of battle-tested frameworks and languages, ensuring your VM is secure, efficient, and interoperable from day one.
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Custom ISA & VM Design
Architect custom Instruction Set Architectures (ISAs) and virtual machines optimized for ZK proving, minimizing constraint count and proof generation time.
Tailored
Optimization
Prover Efficiency
Goal
Technical & Commercial Insights
ZK Compiler Development FAQs
Get clear answers to the most common questions CTOs and technical founders ask when evaluating a custom ZK compiler development partner.
Our process is structured for predictable delivery. After a 1-2 week discovery and scoping phase, we move into a 3-6 week development sprint for the core compiler logic. Final integration, testing, and documentation typically take 2-3 weeks. Most projects are delivered in 8-12 weeks from kickoff to production-ready compiler. We work in agile sprints with weekly demos to ensure alignment.
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Time to ValueDirectly to Engineering Team
No Sales Fluff10+
Protocols Shipped
$20M+
TVL Overall