Joey Zhou
About Joey Zhou
Joey Zhou is a Senior Data Engineer specializing in MLOps at FreshBooks, with a strong background in machine learning and data engineering. He has over three years of experience in machine learning projects and has held various positions in notable companies across Canada and China.
Work at FreshBooks
Joey Zhou currently serves as a Senior Data Engineer specializing in MLOps at FreshBooks. He has been with the company since 2022, contributing to various machine learning initiatives. His role involves developing and optimizing data pipelines, ensuring efficient data processing and analysis. Joey's expertise in machine learning and data engineering supports FreshBooks in enhancing its financial software solutions.
Previous Experience
Before joining FreshBooks, Joey Zhou held several positions in the data science and engineering fields. He worked at Canada Post as a Post Office Clerk from 2016 to 2017. He then transitioned to roles at Pinduoduo Inc. and BLUECITY in China as a Machine Learning Engineer. In Canada, he served as a Machine Learning Engineer II at Paytm Labs and as a Senior Data Scientist at Drop, both in Toronto. His diverse experience spans various industries and roles, focusing on machine learning and data analytics.
Education and Expertise
Joey Zhou earned a Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Environmental Science from the University of Saskatchewan, where he studied from 2012 to 2017. He also holds a Bachelor of Science (BSc) in Environmental Engineering Technology from China Agricultural University, completed in 2012. His educational background provides a strong foundation in analytical skills, complemented by solid knowledge in Linear Algebra, Multivariate Calculus, Statistics, and Design of Experiments.
Technical Skills
Joey Zhou possesses over three years of hands-on experience in machine learning projects, utilizing programming languages such as Python, Scala, and R, along with Hadoop tools. He has developed ETL pipelines for dashboards using AWS EMR, Spark, and Streamlit. Additionally, he has experience building machine learning pipelines on AWS SageMaker, employing various AWS services such as ECR, EventBridge, and Step Functions. His technical skills are complemented by a strong ability to collaborate with stakeholders.
Machine Learning Experience
Joey Zhou has over three years of experience in building recommender systems for social dating and e-commerce platforms. His work includes developing machine learning models and pipelines that enhance user experience and engagement. He has demonstrated proficiency in creating solutions that leverage data to drive decision-making and improve service offerings across various applications.