Yong(leo) Li
About Yong(leo) Li
Yong (Leo) Li is the VP of Engineering at Flexport in Bellevue, Washington, with a background in software development and engineering management at Amazon and Gameloft.
Current Role at Flexport
Yong(leo) Li is the VP of Engineering at Flexport, based in Bellevue, Washington, United States. In this role, he is responsible for overseeing the engineering department, ensuring the successful development and implementation of technological solutions that align with the company's logistics and supply chain services. His current position marks a continuation of his career at Flexport, where he previously served as the Senior Director of Engineering, demonstrating a solid track record of leadership and expertise in software development.
Previous Experience at Amazon
Yong(leo) Li spent eight years at Amazon in various software development and engineering management capacities. He began as a Senior Software Development Engineer from 2013 to 2015, then advanced to the role of Software Development Manager from 2015 to 2018. Subsequently, he was promoted to Sr. Manager, Software Development, a position he held from 2018 to 2021. His tenure at Amazon, based in the Greater Seattle Area, involved significant responsibilities in software engineering and team leadership.
Early Career at Gameloft
Yong(leo) Li started his professional journey as a Game Developer at Gameloft in Beijing City, China. He held this position from 2007 to 2008, developing game software and contributing to the company's interactive entertainment products. This role laid the foundation for his future in software development and engineering management.
Educational Background
Yong(leo) Li has a strong background in computer science, having earned a Bachelor of Science (BSc) in Computer Science from the University of Birmingham. He studied there from 2003 to 2006, providing him with the foundational knowledge and skills that have supported his subsequent career in software development and engineering management.
Engineering Leadership at Flexport
Prior to his current role, Yong(leo) Li served as the Senior Director of Engineering at Flexport from 2021 to 2023. During his tenure, he played a key role in advancing the company’s engineering initiatives. His contributions as Senior Director led to his promotion to VP of Engineering, reflecting his expertise and effective leadership within the organization.