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Cheng Zhao
Senior Machine Learning Engineer at Instagram
About
Cheng Zhao is a highly skilled Senior Machine Learning Engineer with over 7 years of experience in the tech industry. Currently, he is working at Instagram as a Senior Software Engineer, Machine Learning, where he is responsible for developing and implementing machine learning models to improve user experience and engagement. Prior to his role at Instagram, Cheng worked at Verily Life Sciences as a Senior Software Engineer, where he was involved in the development of the Baseline Platform (projectbaseline.com) as a full-stack engineer. He also worked at Google as a Software Engineer, where he was responsible for developing the Google Express platform as a full-stack engineer. Cheng holds a Master of Science (MSc) degree in Computer Science from the University of Toronto, where he also received his Bachelor of Applied Science (BASc) in Engineering Science with Honours. His education has equipped him with a strong foundation in computer science and electrical and computer engineering, with a focus on robotics and mechatronics. Cheng is highly skilled in machine learning and software engineering, with a strong understanding of advanced algorithms and data structures. He is proficient in programming languages such as Python, Java, and C++, as well as frameworks such as TensorFlow and PyTorch. Cheng is a proactive and results-driven professional who is passionate about leveraging technology to solve complex problems. He is a collaborative team player who is always looking for ways to improve processes and deliver innovative solutions. With his extensive experience and technical expertise, Cheng is a valuable asset to any organization looking to leverage machine learning and software engineering to drive growth and innovation.
Education Overview
• university of toronto
• georges vanier secondary school
Companies Overview
• verily life sciences
• picasso
• wisely inc.
• the next 36
• the hospital for sick children
• ibm
• university of toronto
• affinity systems ltd.
• institute of information technology ulm university
• steacie institute for molecular sciences national research council
Experience Overview
8.7 Years
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Experience
Senior Software Engineer, Machine Learning
instagram | New York, New York, United States
2020 - Present
Graduate Student Researcher
the hospital for sick children | Program of Genetics and Genome Biology
2013 - 2015
Research Assistant
university of toronto | Donnelly Centre for Cellular and Biomolecular Research
2012 - 2012
Software Engineer
affinity systems ltd. | 1599 Hurontario Street, Suite 302, Mississauga, ON
2011 - 2012
Research Assistant
institute of information technology ulm university | Albert-Einstein-Allee 43 D-89081, Ulm, Germany
2010 - 2010
Research Assistant
steacie institute for molecular sciences national research council | 100 Sussex Drive, Ottawa, ON
2009 - 2009
Skills
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Machine Learning (ML)
Software Engineer
Contact Details
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university of toronto
Master of Science (MSc)
2013 - 2015
university of toronto
BASc in Engineering Science with Honours
2008 - 2013
georges vanier secondary school
Ontario Secondary School Diploma
2005 - 2008
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