Yicheng Wen
About Yicheng Wen
Yicheng Wen is a Senior Manager of Data Science at Arity, with a background that includes roles as Chief Data Scientist at QuaXigma and Lead Data Scientist at Allstate. He holds multiple degrees in Mechanical Engineering and Mathematics from prestigious institutions, including a Ph.D. from Penn State University.
Work at Arity
Yicheng Wen has been employed at Arity as a Senior Manager of Data Science since 2021. In this role, he oversees data science initiatives and contributes to the development of data-driven solutions within the organization. His experience in data science and management positions him to lead projects that enhance operational efficiency and support strategic decision-making.
Previous Experience in Data Science
Before joining Arity, Yicheng Wen served as Chief Data Scientist at QuaXigma from 2019 to 2021. He also held the position of Lead Data Scientist and Manager at Allstate from 2016 to 2019. His tenure at these organizations involved leading data science teams and implementing analytics solutions to drive business outcomes.
Educational Background
Yicheng Wen has an extensive educational background in engineering and mathematics. He studied at Penn State University, where he earned both M.A. and M.S. degrees in Mathematics and Mechanical Engineering from 2006 to 2010. He also completed a Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering at Penn State University from 2006 to 2011. Additionally, he obtained a B.E. in Mechanical Engineering from Shanghai Jiao Tong University from 2002 to 2006.
Career Development and Internships
Yicheng Wen's career began with an internship at General Motors in 2006, where he gained practical experience in the automotive industry. He also worked as a Teaching Assistant and Research Assistant at Pennsylvania State University from 2006 to 2011, contributing to academic projects and supporting undergraduate education.
Experience at GE Appliances and AXIS Capital
Yicheng Wen worked as an Algorithm Engineer at GE Appliances from 2011 to 2016, focusing on developing algorithms for appliance technologies. He briefly served as Head of Data Science at AXIS Capital in 2019, where he was responsible for leading data science efforts for a period of seven months.