Megan, Yuxia Yao (PhD)
About Megan, Yuxia Yao (PhD)
Megan Yuxia Yao, PhD, is the Head of Data Science at M-DAQ Global, where she leads the Center of Excellence. With a strong background in computer science and extensive experience in data analytics across various industries, she has held significant roles at companies such as Lazada, NTUC Enterprise, and FairPrice Group.
Current Role at M-DAQ
Megan Yuxia Yao currently serves as the Head of Data Science at M-DAQ Global, a position she has held since 2021. In this role, she leads the Center of Excellence, focusing on advancing data science initiatives within the organization. Her responsibilities include overseeing data analytics projects and implementing strategies that leverage data to enhance business operations. Megan's expertise in data science is integral to M-DAQ's mission in the fintech sector.
Previous Experience in Data Science
Prior to her current role, Megan held several significant positions in data science across various organizations. She worked at Lazada as a Data Scientist from 2016 to 2019 and later served as the VP of Data Science from 2018 to 2019. She also worked at NTUC Enterprise Co-operative Limited as the Head of Advanced Analytics for online grocery from 2019 to 2020, and at FairPrice Group as the Head of Advanced Analytics for Digital Business from 2020 to 2021. These roles contributed to her extensive experience in the internet industry.
Educational Background
Megan completed her Ph.D. in Computer Science at Nanyang Technological University Singapore from 2003 to 2007. She also holds a Bachelor of Science in Computer Science from Huazhong University of Science and Technology, where she studied from 1999 to 2003. Her educational background provides a strong foundation for her career in data science and analytics.
Technical Skills and Expertise
Megan possesses strong technical skills, particularly in Spark, a powerful analytics engine for big data processing. Her expertise extends to fintech, where she applies data science to bridge the gap between finance and technology. With a solid engineering background and a Ph.D. in Computer Science, she has a demonstrated history of working in the internet industry, showcasing a blend of technical and strategic skills.
Career Development and Research Experience
Megan's career includes significant research experience. She was a Research Fellow at Nanyang Technological University from 2007 to 2010 and worked as a Researcher at Hewlett-Packard Laboratories from 2010 to 2013. Additionally, she served as a Manager on the technical track at IDA Singapore from 2013 to 2015. This diverse experience has contributed to her comprehensive understanding of data science and analytics.