Founder-Led Product Engineering Studio
Former Duolingo engineer · 8+ years shipping software · 30,000+ users across launched products
Limited availability · 1–2 engagements per quarter
Sound familiar?
Timelines keep slipping. Every sprint ends with "almost done." Investors are asking questions you can't answer.
Missed deadlines, poor quality, no ownership. You're paying for problems, not progress.
Fragile architecture. Every new feature introduces two new bugs. Technical debt is compounding faster than you're shipping.
You know something's wrong but you can't fix it alone. You need someone who can own the technical side end-to-end.
Most teams don't need more developers.
They need someone who can take ownership and ship.
Who you're working with
I'm a software engineer and founder who has spent 8+ years building and shipping real products. Not prototypes, not demos. Products that go live, get used, and scale.
I've worked at companies like Duolingo, Lufthansa Systems, Bosch, and Elli. I've built products from zero to App Store. I run OmniFlyer, a SaaS platform I'm building as a product, not just a portfolio item.
When you work with Skyway Labs, you're getting direct access to senior engineering judgment, the kind that comes from having shipped things that had to work in the real world.
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What I do
End-to-end product engineering, from idea to launch. I work on what matters most to your business right now.
End-to-end software development for startups. Mobile, web, backend, and infrastructure. I take full technical ownership so you can focus on the business.
Launch fast and validate your idea before burning through runway. Focused scope, fast execution, production-ready from day one.
Fix delayed, stuck, or struggling software projects. I take over the technical side, assess what's wrong, and get it to the finish line.
A clear-eyed review of your architecture, code quality, and technical risks. Know exactly where you stand before your next funding round or hire.
Technical leadership without a full-time hire. I join your team as the senior technical voice, advising on architecture, hiring, and execution strategy.
No hand-holding. No process theatre. Just clear thinking and execution.
Proof of execution
Every project below is something I built, owned, and shipped. Not a mockup. Not a side project. Real products with real users.
I'm the founder and sole engineer. OmniFlyer is a SaaS platform for flight schools and flying clubs. It handles scheduling, resource management, multi-tenant workflows, and billing.
Designed, built, and shipped end-to-end. A daily ritual app for couples: a shared prompt, private answers, and a simultaneous unlock. Built the entire product: design, engineering, and App Store launch.
Built end-to-end and launched to 30,000+ users. A social platform for exclusive event discovery and private club membership.
Contributed to a real-world mobility platform operating in production with active riders and drivers. Built for performance and reliability under live traffic.
Built for environments where security is non-negotiable. End-to-end encrypted communication with a zero-compromise architecture.
Who we work with
I work best with a specific type of founder and company. Be honest with yourself. This engagement style isn't right for everyone.
How it works
30 minutes. I listen, ask direct questions, and tell you honestly whether and how I can help.
I review your existing product, codebase, and goals. You get a clear picture of where things stand.
Scoped deliverables, clear timeline, defined outcomes. No ambiguity before we start.
Focused build phase with regular check-ins. You're never in the dark about what's happening.
Ship to production. Handoff documentation. Ongoing support as needed.
What founders say
"Michal brought exactly the right mix of technical depth and product thinking to TruCrypt. Building a security-first mobile app means there's no room for shortcuts. He got that from day one and delivered clean, solid work without needing to be managed. Rare to find an engineer who takes that kind of ownership."
Investment
Every engagement starts with a free discovery call. I don't do hourly rates. I price by scope and outcome.
30 minutes. I'll tell you honestly what's wrong, what I'd do, and whether we're the right fit.
A deep review of your architecture, codebase, and technical risks, with a written report and clear recommendations.
A focused 4–8 week engagement to build, fix, or launch your product. Senior execution, full ownership, shipped.
Ongoing senior technical leadership without a full-time hire. I become the technical co-pilot for your company.
Book a free 30-minute discovery call. I'll tell you exactly what I'd do and whether we're the right fit for each other.
Reach me anytime at hello@skywaylabs.io
I take on a small number of engagements at a time. If you have something in mind, the earlier we talk the better.
