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Cheng Zhao

Senior Machine Learning Engineer at Instagram

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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

instagram

verily life sciences

google

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

Senior Software Engineer

verily life sciences | South San Francisco, California

2016 - 2020

Software Engineer

google | Mountain View, California

2015 - 2016

Co-founder

picasso | Toronto, ON, Canada

2014 - 2014

Co-founder

wisely inc. | Toronto, ON, Canada

2013 - 2014

Graduate Student Researcher

the hospital for sick children | Program of Genetics and Genome Biology

2013 - 2015

Extreme Blue Technical Intern

ibm | Ottawa, ON

2013 - 2013

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

Email (Verified)

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Mobile Number

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Education

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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Cheng Zhao's role in his workplace is Senior Software Engineer, Machine Learning

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Cheng Zhao's tenure in his workplace is 4.25 years

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Cheng Zhao has attended university of toronto, university of toronto, georges vanier secondary school

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Cheng Zhao has worked with instagram, verily life sciences, google, 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

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