Harlan Zhao
About Harlan Zhao
Harlan Zhao is a Senior Software Engineer at Cognota in Toronto, specializing in high-quality reusable components and web accessibility. He has a Master's degree in Electrical Computer Engineering from the University of Windsor and a Bachelor's degree in Internet of Things from Chengdu University of Technology.
Work at Cognota
Harlan Zhao has been employed at Cognota since 2021, serving as a Senior Software Engineer. In this role, he focuses on writing high-quality reusable components and libraries. His responsibilities include ensuring full web page accessibility implementation and leading a front-end team to develop reliable products. Prior to his current position, he worked as a Full Stack Engineer at Cognota from 2019 to 2021, where he contributed to various projects and gained extensive experience in software development.
Education and Expertise
Harlan Zhao holds a Master's degree in Electrical Computer Engineering from the University of Windsor, where he studied from 2017 to 2018. He also earned a Bachelor's degree in Internet of Things from Chengdu University of Technology, completing his studies from 2011 to 2015. His educational background provides a strong foundation for his technical skills, including expertise in building end-to-end test systems and developing technical UI components and design system libraries.
Background
Harlan Zhao has a diverse educational and professional background in software engineering. He began his studies at Chengdu University of Technology, where he focused on Internet of Things technologies. After completing his undergraduate degree, he pursued a Master's degree at the University of Windsor, specializing in Electrical Computer Engineering. His career in software engineering includes significant roles at Cognota, where he has developed skills in front-end development and team leadership.
Achievements
During his tenure at Cognota, Harlan Zhao has developed and implemented technical UI components and design system libraries that ensure consistent styling across multiple projects. His work emphasizes the importance of web accessibility and the creation of reusable components, contributing to the overall quality and reliability of the products developed by his team.