Matt Weiss
About Matt Weiss
Matt Weiss serves as the Chief Technology Officer at Zero Hash, where he has contributed to the development of infrastructure for yield through staking, DeFi, and NFTs since 2017. With a background in software engineering and architecture, he has played a significant role in integrating digital assets for various clients.
Work at Zero Hash
Matt Weiss has served as Chief Technology Officer at Zero Hash since 2017. In this role, he has been instrumental in developing infrastructure that supports yield through staking, decentralized finance (DeFi), and non-fungible tokens (NFTs). Weiss has played a key role in enabling platforms to offer crypto-backed rewards and round-up programs. He has also contributed to the integration of digital assets for notable clients, including MoneyLion, Wirex, and MoonPay. His efforts have helped define the new FinTech vertical of digital-assets-as-a-service within the company.
Previous Experience at Trading Technologies
Before joining Zero Hash, Matt Weiss worked at Trading Technologies as Lead Architect and Development Manager from 2005 to 2015. During his ten years at the company, he focused on developing trading software solutions and enhancing system architecture. His experience in this role provided him with a strong foundation in technology and financial systems, which he later applied in his work at Zero Hash.
Early Career at Apropos Technology
Matt Weiss began his career at Apropos Technology, where he worked as a Senior Software Engineer from 1999 to 2005. His six years at Apropos Technology involved developing software solutions and contributing to various projects within the organization. This early experience in software engineering laid the groundwork for his future roles in technology leadership.
Education and Expertise
Matt Weiss earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Computer Science from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign. His educational background has equipped him with the technical skills and knowledge necessary to excel in the technology sector, particularly in the fields of software development and financial technology.