Yanting (Emma) CAO
About Yanting (Emma) CAO
Yanting (Emma) Cao is a Data Scientist with a strong academic background in Chemistry and Data Science. She has held various positions in academia and industry, including roles at the University of New Mexico and Credit Karma.
Work at Credit Karma
Yanting (Emma) Cao currently serves as a Data Scientist at Credit Karma, a position she has held since 2022. In this role, she applies her expertise in data analysis and modeling to support the company's mission of providing financial insights and tools to consumers. Her work contributes to the development of data-driven solutions that enhance user experience and engagement.
Education and Expertise
Yanting (Emma) Cao holds a Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in Chemistry from The University of New Mexico, where she studied from 2009 to 2014. She also earned a Master's degree in Business Analytics and Data Science from UC San Diego, completing her studies in 2018. Her academic background is complemented by a Bachelor of Engineering (B.E.) in Pharmaceutical Engineering from East China University of Science and Technology, which she obtained in 2008.
Background
Yanting (Emma) Cao began her career at the Department of Chemistry and Chemical Biology at the University of New Mexico, where she worked as a Graduate Research Assistant from 2009 to 2014. Following this role, she served as an Adjunct Lecturer III at the same department from 2014 to 2016. After her tenure at the University of New Mexico, she transitioned to industry roles, including positions at AWM Smart Shelf and Intuit.
Professional Experience
Prior to her current role at Credit Karma, Yanting (Emma) Cao worked as a Senior Data Scientist at Intuit from 2020 to 2022. She also held a position as a Senior Data Scientist at AWM Smart Shelf for 11 months in 2019. Her experience spans both academic and industry settings, allowing her to develop a diverse skill set in data science and analytics.