About
David P. Oleksy
student at Harvard University with a strong background in software development, 3D modeling, and leadership, aiming to use these skills in the biotechnology field.
Experience
[January 2024–Present]
Chief Executive Officer –Doleks Labs
Built a custom, multi-material 3D printer with an 8-color AMS and a 350x350x350mm build volume.
• Specialized in custom fused deposition modeling (FDM) manufacturing, producing precision parts for industries ranging from fashion to eyewear, and optimized designs using Autodesk Fusion 360, and advanced modeling techniques like organic modeling.
• Designed and printed a PETG human heart model, sparking a passion for bioprinting and its medical applications.
Doleks Labs
[October 2024–Present]
CTO and Co-founder - Durin
- Harvard Undergraduate Student-run venture capital firm focused on pre-seed investment in Harvard and MIT student-led startups.
- Designed, developed, and deployed the website while leveraging technical skills to identify overlooked talent and incubate software and mechanical engineering innovations.
[February 2025–Present]
Project Manager - Mobilis
Used CAD and 3D printing to develop an official prototype for a prosthetic arm as lead manufacturing and design engineer, and after the team grew, transferred to a Project Manager role.
- Used Fusion360 skills to finish the model for the first official prototype
- Prepared the model for FDM printing using Autodesk software and Orca Slicer.
3D printed the prototype unit out of TPU and Carbon Fiber Nylon
[March 2nd, 2025]
Finalist - Harvard Rare Disease 2025 Hackathon
Led the development of Sebra, a clinical trial matching platform for rare disease patients, as part of a finalist-winning team at Harvard’s Rare Disease 2025 Hackathon. Oversaw both engineering and strategic direction from initial build to pitch.
- Developed backend architecture in Python, ensuring full HIPAA compliance through custom PHI tokenization and encryption algorithms
- Implemented 2FA user access and authentication controls to secure patient data
- Designed Sebra’s tech stack with extensive industry research to ensure scalability and regulatory compliance
- Directed a cross-functional team, troubleshot software issues, and mentored developers
[January 2023–January 2025]
Chief Executive Officer – Spektal Software
• Founded and managed a SaaS platform for legal practice management.
• Partnered with the ABA Consumer Privacy Subcommittee to develop an AI-based privacy law database.
• Oversaw a team, applying skills in generative AI, software development, and cybersecurity.
[June 2019–April 2022]
Volunteer Tutor – SEA Literacy
• Delivered a week-long microscopy summer course in June, 2019 to local Rohingya refugee students, fostering interest in STEM.
• Provided one-on-one tutoring to students, helping them adapt to new educational environments.
[July 2021]
Volunteer – Vision Forward Association
• Facilitated activities for children with visual impairments at Rainbow Day Camp, to enhance their learning and recreational experiences.
Education
Harvard University, Cambridge, MA (2024–2027) First-Year
Skills
3D Design &
Prototyping
Autodesk Fusion 360, Blender, FDM
Printing
Programming &
Tools
Python, AI Integration, Simulation
Development
Leadership & Collaboration
Team Building, Business Strategy, Cross-Disciplinary Coordination