Blockchain Development
End-to-end blockchain development — architecture, smart contracts, nodes, indexers, wallets and the application layer, built for production.
- WalletSigns transaction
- Smart contractVault.deposit()
- BlockchainIncluded in block
- IndexerEvent → Postgres
- APIGraphQL · webhooks
- ApplicationBalance updated
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12 conf.
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Decoded events
- Deposit(0x8f2…a91, 500)confirmed
- Transfer(0x1c7…4de → 0x9b0…77f)confirmed
- RoleGranted(PAUSER, multisig)timelock
RPC failover · 3 providers · reorg-safe indexing
Division
Service area
Protocol & Blockchain Infrastructure
Engagement
Project · Team · Managed
Overview
Blockchain development is rarely just a smart contract. A production system also needs reliable node access, an indexer that turns chain events into queryable data, wallet and key management, back-office tooling, monitoring and a clear plan for upgrades and incidents. We build the whole stack: we choose between public chains, Layer 2s, appchains and permissioned networks based on cost, finality and compliance needs; write specified and tested contracts; and deliver the off-chain services and interfaces that users and operators actually touch.
Common use cases
- Enterprise blockchain applicationShared records, provenance or settlement between several organisations.
- Blockchain-backed productA consumer or B2B product where on-chain ownership or transparency is a real feature.
- Tokenized asset platformIssuance, transfer restrictions, investor registry and reporting.
- Migration to a new chainMoving contracts and data to a cheaper or faster network, or to a Layer 2.
Quick answers
Blockchain Development at a glance
The essentials in brief. Every project is scoped individually — ask us for specifics.
- What is blockchain development?
- End-to-end blockchain development — architecture, smart contracts, nodes, indexers, wallets and the application layer, built for production.
- Who is it for?
- Typically Web3 startups, fintechs adding digital assets, and institutions exploring tokenization, stablecoins or on-chain settlement.
- What does Shivacha provide?
- Chain & architecture selection
- Smart contracts
- Node & RPC infrastructure
- Indexing & data
- Wallets & key management
- Operations
- Which technologies are used?
- Ethereum, Polygon, Solana, Arbitrum, Base, Solidity — chosen to fit your stack and constraints.
- How does the process work?
- Requirements → Design & specification → Implementation → Testnets → Mainnet operations.
- What affects the cost?
- Contract complexity and number of chains
- Custody and wallet model
- Independent audit scope
- Indexing, analytics and back-office tooling
- Compliance integrations (KYC, AML, Travel Rule)
- Upgradeability and governance requirements
- How long does it take?
- A focused contract system or dApp MVP typically takes 8–14 weeks plus independent audit time; institutional platforms usually take 4–9 months.
- How do I get started?
- Share a short brief in the form below, book a 30-minute call or message us on WhatsApp. A senior engineer replies within one business day; NDA on request.
Capabilities
What we deliver
Chain & architecture selection
Public, L2, appchain or permissioned — compared by cost, finality, tooling and compliance.
Smart contracts
Specification-first contracts with fuzz and invariant tests.
Node & RPC infrastructure
Managed providers, self-hosted nodes or both, with failover.
Indexing & data
Event indexers and APIs that make on-chain data usable in apps and reports.
Wallets & key management
Custodial, MPC or smart-account models with policy controls.
Operations
Monitoring, alerting, upgrade procedures and incident runbooks.
Architecture
Engineered right from day one
The layers we typically design for protocol & blockchain infrastructure, adapted to your stack and partners.
- Framework vs customEstablished rollup and appchain frameworks where possible; custom only where justified.
- Bridge riskBridges are high-value targets; designs minimise trust and include rate limits and pause controls.
- Operational resilienceRedundant infrastructure, key management and incident runbooks.
- Upgrade governanceClear, transparent upgrade paths with timelocks.
Delivery
How an engagement runs
- 1
Requirements
Throughput, latency, finality, decentralisation and cost targets.
- 2
Design & specification
Protocol specification, threat model and economic analysis.
- 3
Implementation
Client, contracts and tooling with extensive testing.
- 4
Testnets
Staged devnets and public testnets with monitoring and chaos testing.
- 5
Mainnet operations
Launch, validator onboarding, monitoring and upgrade processes.
Security
Security built into delivery
Controls we apply by default on this kind of work — not a separate phase at the end.
Specification first
Roles, invariants and threat model documented before code.
Adversarial testing
Fuzz, invariant and fork tests plus static analysis on every change.
Key management
Admin keys in multisig or MPC with timelocks on sensitive actions.
Independent audit
Code prepared for — and we recommend — an external audit before mainnet value.
Related services
Often combined with
Smart Contract Development
Audit-ready smart contract development in Solidity, Vyper and Rust — specified, tested adversarially and documented.
Learn moreWeb3 Development
Web3 application development — dApps, wallet onboarding, smart contracts and the off-chain backend that makes them fast and usable.
Learn moreBlockchain Infrastructure
Production blockchain infrastructure: nodes, RPC, indexers, key management, monitoring and high availability.
Learn moreDedicated team
Blockchain Engineering Team
Engineers for protocols, nodes, indexing, custody integration and tokenization platforms.
Work & insights
Related thinking
Tokenized fund units with on-chain eligibility
How we structure a fund tokenization platform where only eligible investors can hold or receive units.
Learn morePolicy-controlled institutional digital asset operations
A reference design for institutions that need every digital asset transaction initiated, approved and signed under explicit policy.
Learn moreHow much does blockchain development cost? The factors that actually drive the estimate
Blockchain budgets are driven by contract complexity, custody, audits, chains and the off-chain system around them. Here is how to scope each one before asking for a quote.
Learn moreFAQ
Frequently asked questions
How long does a blockchain development project take?
A focused pilot or MVP typically takes 8–14 weeks. Production platforms with custody, compliance integrations and several chains usually take four to nine months. We give a scoped estimate after discovery.
Which blockchain should we build on?
It depends on transaction cost, finality, ecosystem, the wallets your users already have and regulatory constraints. We compare two or three realistic options in writing before any code is written.
Do we actually need a blockchain?
Not always. If a single organisation controls the data and nobody needs independent verification, a conventional database is usually cheaper and simpler — and we will tell you so.
Should we build an appchain or deploy on an existing network?
Most applications are better served by deploying on an existing Layer 1 or Layer 2. An appchain or rollup makes sense when you need custom execution, dedicated throughput, fee control or specific governance — and can support the operational overhead.
Do you run node infrastructure?
We design, deploy and automate node, RPC and validator infrastructure in your cloud accounts, with monitoring and alerting, and can operate it under a managed services agreement.
Next step
Discuss Your Blockchain Project.
Tell us about your blockchain development requirements — goals, timeline and constraints. We will reply with questions, an approach and next steps.
- Senior engineer reads every enquiry
- Reply within one business day
- NDA on request
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