Yaning Zhu
About Yaning Zhu
Yaning Zhu is an Engineering Manager at Doximity, where he has worked since 2020, focusing on infrastructure-as-code and database performance. He has a background in software development and extensive experience with ETL processes in healthcare data.
Work at Doximity
Yaning Zhu has been an Engineering Manager at Doximity since 2020. In this role, he plays a key part in enhancing the company's infrastructure as part of the DevOps team. His previous positions at Doximity include Database Architect, DevOps Engineer, and Database Administrator, where he worked from 2013 to 2018. His experience spans various roles, allowing him to develop a comprehensive understanding of database performance and software development.
Education and Expertise
Yaning Zhu earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Applied Mathematics from Caltech, studying from 2004 to 2008. His educational background provides a strong foundation for his technical skills in infrastructure-as-code and software development. He has developed expertise in deploying, monitoring, and maintaining infrastructure through automated scripts and tools.
Background
Prior to his current role at Doximity, Yaning Zhu worked at Epic as a Systems Engineer and Technical Service professional from 2008 to 2013. During his time at Epic, he gained extensive experience in ETL processes involving large Electronic Health Record (EHR) datasets while collaborating with various hospitals. After his tenure at Epic, he returned to the San Francisco Bay Area to engage with technological advancements.
Career Progression
Yaning Zhu's career at Doximity began as a Database Administrator from 2013 to 2015, followed by roles as a Database Architect and Senior DevOps Engineer. His progression through these positions allowed him to expand his skill set from database management to broader software development and operations. This diverse experience has contributed to his current role as Engineering Manager.