Chris Waters
About Chris Waters
Chris Waters is the Co-founder and CTO of Aha!, the world's leading product development software, and has a rich background in technology leadership and product development.
Current Role as Co-Founder and CTO of Aha!
Chris Waters is currently serving as the Co-Founder and Chief Technology Officer (CTO) of Aha!, the world's leading product development software. He co-founded Aha! in April 2013 and has been instrumental in its growth and operations. Under his guidance, the company has been self-funded and profitable, operating entirely remotely. Aha! is well-regarded in the industry and has been recognized as one of the best fully remote companies to work for. The company also supports the Bootstrap Movement, encouraging self-funding and profitability without relying on external investors.
Previous Experience at Citrix Online LLC
Before co-founding Aha!, Chris Waters worked at Citrix Online LLC as a Principal Architect from 2010 to 2013. During his three-year tenure there, he contributed to the architectural and technological advancements of the company. His role involved providing strategic direction and oversight in the development of software products.
CTO Roles at Paglo Labs and Network Chemistry
Chris Waters served as CTO at Paglo Labs Inc from 2007 to 2010 and at Network Chemistry from 2002 to 2007. In both roles, he was responsible for driving the technology vision and implementation. At Paglo Labs, he led innovations in cloud-based IT search and management technologies, while at Network Chemistry, he focused on wireless security solutions.
Founding Celsius Research and Fellowship at Ubicom
Chris Waters founded Celsius Research Ltd and led the company from 1995 to 1999, focusing on innovative technology solutions. Following this, he held the position of Fellow/Director of Software Engineering at Ubicom, Inc. from 1999 to 2002. His leadership roles at both companies were marked by a dedication to technological advancement and engineering excellence.
Educational Background and Expertise
Chris Waters holds a PhD in Electrical and Electronic Engineering from The University of Auckland, where he studied from 1990 to 1998. His advanced education has provided a strong foundation for his extensive career in technology and product development. He has been an early employee or founder of six technology companies, two of which were acquired by public companies, showcasing his expertise in building and growing tech ventures.