William (Weihua) Gao
About William (Weihua) Gao
William (Weihua) Gao serves as the Director of Technical Program Management at Motional, focusing on autonomy, cloud applications, simulation, and tools since October 2023. With extensive experience in the tech industry, he has held various leadership roles at companies such as Qualcomm, Meta, and Argo AI, and has contributed significantly to innovation through numerous patents.
Work at Motional
William Gao currently serves as the Director of Technical Program Management (TPM) for Autonomy, Cloud, Application, Simulation, and Tools at Motional. He began this role in October 2023, marking a recent advancement in his career. Prior to this position, he held the role of Director of TPM - Autonomy and Interim Lead of Cloud, Application, Simulation, and Tools from 2022 to 2023. His tenure at Motional has involved significant responsibilities in overseeing technical program management, contributing to the development of autonomous vehicle technology.
Education and Expertise
William Gao holds multiple advanced degrees, including a Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Electrical Engineering and Computer Science from Syracuse University, and a Master of Science (MS) in Electrical, Electronics, and Communications Engineering from Harbin Institute of Technology. He also earned a Master of Business Administration (MBA) in High Tech Product Management from the University of California, Berkeley. His educational background supports his expertise in problem-solving, product vision, product strategy, and technical program management.
Background
William Gao has a diverse professional background in the tech industry, with experience spanning over a decade. He worked at Qualcomm for five years, where he held various roles, including Senior System Engineer and Senior Product Manager. He also served as a Senior Product Manager at DeepMap, Inc. and as a Staff Technical Program Manager at Argo AI and Meta. His early career included a PhD internship at Mitsubishi Electric Research Laboratories and a temporary technical position at Siemens.
Achievements
Throughout his career, William Gao has made significant contributions to technology and innovation. He has filed over 100 patents during his time at Qualcomm, demonstrating his commitment to advancing technology. Additionally, he has filed five patents with Meta and one patent with Argo AI, reflecting his active involvement in innovative projects. His extensive experience in technical program management and product development has positioned him as a leader in the field.