Zayyad Atekoja is a Software Engineer and Venture Partner with a strong foundation in backend development, cloud computing, and startup technology evaluation. He has previously worked as a Software Engineer at Amazon Web Services (AWS), focusing on EC2 Networking and Transit Gateway infrastructure, and held engineering roles at Oracle Cloud and Smartsheet, where he contributed to systems reliability and large-scale product scalability.
A two-time AWS Certified Engineer, Zayyad holds a Bachelor’s degree in Computer and Information Technology with a concentration in Cybersecurity and Software Engineering from Purdue University. His technical rigor and venture insight position him as a bridge between engineering excellence and investment analysis.
As the youngest member of the Investment Committee, Zayyad will oversee the Midlo Fellowship Program (MFP), mentoring fellows and driving youth engagement, innovation, and early-stage venture pipeline development across the Midlo ecosystem.