John C. Vernaleo
About John C. Vernaleo
John C. Vernaleo serves as the Vice President of Engineering at Bloq, specializing in secure programming and ARM systems. He has extensive experience in blockchain technology and a strong academic background in Astronomy, Physics, and Philosophy.
Work at Bloq
John C. Vernaleo currently serves as the Vice President of Engineering at Bloq, a position he has held since 2022. Prior to this role, he worked at Bloq as a Principal Engineer from 2020 to 2022 and as a Senior Blockchain Engineer from 2018 to 2020. In these positions, he contributed to the development of blockchain technologies and engineering practices within the organization.
Education and Expertise
John C. Vernaleo earned a Ph.D. in Astronomy from the University of Maryland, where he studied from 2001 to 2008. He also holds a Bachelor of Arts in Philosophy and a Bachelor of Science in Physics and Astronomy from the University of Rochester, completed between 1996 and 2001. His educational background supports his expertise in secure programming, ARM systems, data visualization, and scientific computing.
Background
John C. Vernaleo has a diverse professional background that includes roles in various organizations. He worked as a Graduate Research Assistant at the University of Maryland from 2002 to 2008. He also held positions such as Lead Blockchain Engineer at MadHive in 2017 and Senior Developer at Conformal Systems, LLC from 2012 to 2014. His experience spans over a decade in software engineering and blockchain technology.
Achievements
Throughout his career, John C. Vernaleo has developed a strong understanding of high-performance computing and cryptocurrency technologies. He has significant experience in software portability across multiple platforms, including Linux, BSD Unix, and OSX. Additionally, he has expertise in coordinating fully remote engineering teams, demonstrating his ability to manage complex engineering projects effectively.