Charles (Chia Hao) C.
About Charles (Chia Hao) C.
Charles (Chia Hao) C. is the VP of Engineering at Flexport, with extensive experience in software development and technical project management, including key roles at Amazon and entrepreneurial ventures.
Current Role at Flexport
Charles (Chia Hao) C. serves as the Vice President of Engineering at Flexport in the Greater Seattle Area. He is responsible for overseeing engineering initiatives, managing technology development processes, and ensuring the successful delivery of projects. This role leverages his extensive background in software development and management to drive technological innovation and operational efficiency at Flexport.
Experience at Amazon
Charles has an extensive history with Amazon, holding various influential positions over 16 years. His roles included Director Software Development and Senior Software Development Manager for Alexa Speech, where he worked on developing voice interaction technologies. Additionally, he contributed to the company's Native Advertising and Vendor Flex platforms, enhancing Amazon's operational capabilities. His tenure at Amazon also involved managing operations technologies and enterprise integration, showcasing a broad skill set in technical leadership.
Start-Up Ventures
Before his current position, Charles was involved in various start-up ventures as a Co-Founder or Founder from 2016 to 2017 in the Greater Seattle Area. This entrepreneurial phase highlights his ability to foster innovation, navigate early-stage company challenges, and lead new business initiatives. His experience in the start-up ecosystem complements his corporate background, adding a diverse range of skills to his professional profile.
Educational Background
Charles holds a Master of Science (MS) degree in Computer Engineering and a Bachelor of Science (BS) degree in Computer Science, both from North Carolina State University. His educational background provided a solid foundation in technical knowledge and skills, which he has applied throughout his career in various software engineering and development management roles. This academic training set the stage for his successful transition from engineering roles to leadership positions in software development.
Early Career in Software Engineering
Charles began his career with roles at Cisco, IBM Tivoli Software, and Fujitsu, accruing valuable experience as a software engineer. These positions involved developing software solutions and contributing to significant projects, laying the groundwork for his later achievements in technical project management and software development. This early career experience in the Raleigh-Durham, North Carolina Area was instrumental in shaping his technical expertise and project management skills.