Lilia Zhou

Lilia Zhou is a highly experienced technology leader specializing in payments and computer security, currently serving as the Director of Engineering for Payments at Coinbase since July 2016. Zhou leads a team focused on developing a diverse range of crypto payment products catering to various financial needs, including deposits, withdrawals, and commerce. Prior experience includes roles as Engineering Manager and Tech Lead at Airbnb, where Zhou contributed to the company's payments ecosystem and billing systems, as well as Software Engineer roles at Square and SLB. Educational credentials include a PhD in Computer Science with a focus on Bioinformatics from Rice University and a Bachelor's degree from National Tsing Hua University, along with a Master's degree in Programming Languages from Rice University.