Hey there 👋 I’m Chris (aka metachris) - a software builder, collaborator, and dad of two, working remotely from Austria.
I’m endlessly curious about what’s possible when technology meets great teamwork. My work spans architecting high-performance systems and building the teams that bring them to life.
The best solutions don’t come from solitary coding sessions - they emerge from aligned, motivated teams where people trust each other and ship autonomously. I focus on getting both the technical foundations and the team dynamics right: designing systems that make sense to everyone, fostering clear communication, establishing tight feedback loops, and creating the space for teams to move fast without cutting corners.
What I’m About
Currently building at Flashbots, where I work on blockchain infrastructure and tooling that helps create more transparent and efficient systems. I love the remote-first culture that lets distributed teams collaborate effectively across time zones.
I’m particularly energized by:
Collaboration & Communication – I believe the hardest problems in software aren’t technical, they’re human. Clear communication, trust, and psychological safety unlock team potential more than any framework or tool.
Shipping Fast, Shipping Well – There’s a special satisfaction in rapidly iterating toward production-quality solutions. Small PRs, tight feedback loops, and incremental improvements beat big-bang releases every time.
Growth Mindset – I’m drawn to environments where people learn out loud, share knowledge generously, and view mistakes as opportunities. Whether it’s mentoring teammates, writing documentation, or pair programming, I believe in growing together.
Remote Work Done Right – Remote work isn’t just about Slack and Zoom; it’s about intentional communication, async-first documentation, and building connection despite the distance. When done well, it unlocks access to amazing people worldwide.
Beyond the Code
I’m a free software advocate who’s spent time in hacker spaces and collaborative collectives. I find as much joy in a well-architected system as I do in helping a teammate unstick a problem or improving team processes.
When I’m not at the keyboard, I’m usually with my kids exploring the Austrian Alps, or thinking about how we can build technology that makes the world a bit better. I’m cautiously optimistic about the future - realistic about challenges, and excited about what we can create together.
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