Sultan Takibay joins Thrilld Labs as a Software Engineering Trainee
We're thrilld to welcome Sultan Takibay as a Software Engineering Trainee at Thrilld Labs! From Kazakhstan and currently based in South Korea, Sultan (described by friends as 'always coding') is a fourth-year Computer Science student at Pusan National University and has a strong background in software engineering and web development. Read on for Sultan's thoughts about blockchain, crypto and Web3...
At Thrilld Labs, our Traineeship Program is designed to collaborate with and learn from the next wave of Web3 builders and young professionals who are shaping Thrilld’s innovation and themselves. As the Program provides actual business mentorship and hands-on development experience to talented individuals worldwide, together, we are building a company that is innovation-driven, global, and diverse.
Sultan Takibay is a software engineer with expertise in back-end tech, front-end design, and database management. He is participating in Thrilld Labs' Traineeship Q1 2025 Program as a Software Engineering Trainee whilst pursuing a Computer Science degree at Pusan National University.
Described by friends and classmates as “always coding”, Sultan – who’s fluent in English, Kazakh, and Russian – priorly built note-taking websites and social media projects. Sultan cares about learning, but also about helping others. Previously, Sultan contributed as a mentor to a female-empowering hackathon. He has also been a volunteer teaching English to Korean individuals.
We asked Sultan about his expectations for the Traineeship and his thoughts on the future of Web3.
What motivated you to join Thrilld Labs?
I’m excited to join Thrilld Labs because it feels like an opportunity to be part of something truly innovative. Web3 is such a rapidly changing space, and the chance to contribute to that evolution is something I’m passionate about. I love that Thrilld Labs brings people from different backgrounds together, and I really believe that diversity of thought sparks the best ideas.
I’ve always been fascinated by big concepts like space, the multiverse, and time travel—ideas that challenge the way we think about the world and our place in it. I see Web3 in a similar light, offering new ways to connect, create, and think outside the box. For me, it’s about contributing to technology that can shape the future and be part of a space where new ideas and innovations have the power to make a real impact.
What do you hope to learn through this traineeship?
I want to get better at what I’m already passionate about—web development—while learning more about Web3 and how it’s shaping the future. I’m especially eager to learn from Jesse, the CTO, and see how he tackles challenges and leads a team. I also want to experience what it’s like to work on real-world problems with a team, creating solutions that actually make an impact.
What technical or fundamental aspects do you find most intriguing about Web3 and blockchain?
What excites me most about Web3 is how it’s all about decentralization and putting control in the hands of users. Things like blockchain technology and smart contracts make it possible to have systems that don’t rely on middlemen, which feels like a huge step forward.
I also find the concept of tokenization really interesting, as it’s changing how we think about ownership and value.
How do you see Web3 evolving in the future, especially from a technology perspective?
I think Web3 will become easier for everyone to use, which will help more people get involved. Technologies like layer-2 solutions will make it faster and cheaper, and different blockchains will start working together better. I also see Web3 and crypto expanding into areas like finance, voting, and supply chains, bringing more transparency and trust to those systems.
AI might even play a role in automating some parts of Web3. Overall, I think it will keep pushing the boundaries of what’s possible online, and Thrilld Labs is in a great position to lead that charge.
More about Thrilld Labs and our Traineeship Program
Thrilld Labs is building synergy-machines for Web3. Via Thrilld, an open-access solution, Web3 professionals can find each other in a tailored manner to instantly talk about business. Thrilld also is also used by Web3 events to enable attendee networking, whilst a full-fledged decentralized ticketing and event management system is currently being developed alongside our existing offerings.
Thrilld Labs' Traineeship Program offers a unique opportunity for students and young professionals to immerse themselves in the dynamic world of Web3 technology.
The program is designed to provide hands-on experience within a global team, fostering innovation and a diverse work environment. Trainees have the chance to work on business-critical projects, receive mentorship, and participate in professional (networking) events.
The program typically spans a specified period, such as 3-6 months, and is open to proactive individuals with a global mindset, excellent communication skills, and a passion for Web3. Upon successful completion, there may be opportunities for full-time or part-time roles within the company, reflecting Thrilld Labs' commitment to talent development and growth.
So far, eight students have participated in the program, and they rate their experience as 8.9 out of 10.
Today, our team is spread worldwide, including the Netherlands, the U.S., Italy, the U.K., the Republic of Korea, Kazakhstan, and China.
For more details and direct applications, curious individuals are encouraged to write to info@thrilldlabs.io.
