Yizhi(zeke) S.
About Yizhi(zeke) S.
Yizhi (Zeke) S. is a Senior Data Scientist with a Ph.D. in Statistics from Virginia Tech. He has extensive experience in data analysis and processing, having worked at notable companies such as Cvent, Airbnb, and Suning USA.
Current Role as Senior Data Scientist
Currently, Yizhi S. serves as a Senior Data Scientist at Cvent, a position he has held since 2023. He works remotely, contributing to data-driven decision-making processes and leveraging his extensive background in statistics and data analysis. His role involves applying advanced analytical techniques to enhance business operations and improve product offerings.
Previous Experience at Cvent
Before his current role, Yizhi S. worked at Cvent as a Data Scientist II from 2021 to 2023. During this two-year tenure in Vancouver, British Columbia, he focused on data analysis and model development, providing insights that supported strategic initiatives within the company.
Educational Background in Statistics
Yizhi S. has a robust educational background in statistics. He earned a Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in Statistics from Virginia Tech, where he studied from 2012 to 2018. Prior to that, he completed a Master of Science (MS) in Statistics at Temple University from 2010 to 2012 and a Bachelor of Science (BS) in Statistics at the University of Science and Technology of China from 2006 to 2010.
Technical Skills and Expertise
Yizhi S. possesses advanced skills in Bayesian Data Analysis and Time Series Analysis. He is proficient in using data processing tools such as Presto and Hive, and he utilizes Airflow for workflow automation in data projects. His expertise also includes cloud computing and data storage solutions using AWS, as well as data manipulation and scripting with Linux Shell.
Professional Experience in Data Science
Yizhi S. has accumulated diverse experience in data science roles across various organizations. He interned as a Data Scientist at Airbnb in 2017 for one month and worked as a Data Scientist at Suning USA from 2019 to 2020. Additionally, he served as a Post Doctoral Fellow at Virginia Tech from 2018 to 2019, further enhancing his research and analytical capabilities.