Michael Tinker

Michael Tinker is a seasoned software engineer with extensive experience in developing and implementing services on distributed ledger technologies, particularly with expertise in Hedera Hashgraph. Currently serving as a Principal Software Engineer at Swirlds Labs since May 2022, Michael focuses on designing and testing services on the Hedera public ledger. Prior roles include software development at Hedera Hashgraph, where Michael contributed to critical services like cryptocurrency and smart contracts, and at JPMorgan Chase & Co., where Michael built microservices with an emphasis on event-driven architecture. Michael also has experience in designing Spring Boot microservices at JDA Software and building Docker microservices at CA Technologies. An academic background culminates in a Doctor of Philosophy in Mathematics and multiple degrees in Statistics and Computer Science from the University of Arkansas and Ouachita Baptist University.