Jinqian (Jay) Li
About Jinqian (Jay) Li
Jinqian (Jay) Li is the Director of Technology at DP World and Managing Director of Cargoes U.S. Inc., with extensive experience in technology leadership across various global locations. He focuses on enhancing engineering capabilities and building a culture of learning within organizations.
Current Role at DP World
Jinqian (Jay) Li serves as the Director of Technology at DP World, a position he has held since 2019. He operates from various locations including Seattle, Boston, Dubai, Hyderabad, Bangalore, and Gurgaon. In this role, he is responsible for setting strategic product directions and enhancing engineering capabilities for various Cargoes product suites. His leadership has been instrumental in digitizing global trade and port logistics.
Experience at CARGOES.COM
Since 2022, Jinqian Li has been the Managing Director of Cargoes U.S. Inc., a subsidiary of DP World. In this capacity, he focuses on overseeing operations and driving technological advancements within the company. His work at CARGOES.COM aligns with his broader goals of enhancing supply chain efficiencies and fostering innovation in logistics.
Professional Background
Jinqian Li has a diverse professional background with experience in various technology and engineering roles. He previously worked at FLEXE as Tech Lead for Warehouse Management and Fulfillment Technologies from 2017 to 2019. His earlier positions include Lead Software Engineer/Manager at Manhattan Associates and Senior Developer at SmartOps, now part of SAP. He also held roles at Agilent Technologies, Nordstrom, and Amazon, where he contributed to engineering and supply chain initiatives.
Education and Qualifications
Jinqian Li holds a Master's degree in Supply Chain Management from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology. He also earned a Master of Science in Computer Science from the University of Delaware. His educational background provides a solid foundation for his work in technology and supply chain management, enabling him to lead complex projects and initiatives effectively.
Leadership and Organizational Culture
Jinqian Li emphasizes building a strong organizational culture focused on learning, adaptation, and excellence. He is actively involved in hiring across multiple disciplines, including frontend and backend engineers, data scientists, and UX designers. His leadership has contributed to the establishment and growth of DP World tech centers in Bellevue and Hyderabad, expanding the workforce to over 100 software engineers.