Richard Gu
About Richard Gu
Richard Gu serves as the Director of Engineering for Data and Servicing and Data Architect at Oportun, a position he has held since 2013. He has a background that includes roles at Oracle and NICE Systems, along with academic credentials from the University of Wisconsin-Madison and Kalamazoo College.
Current Role at Oportun
Richard Gu serves as the Director of Engineering for Data and Servicing and as a Data Architect at Oportun. He has held this position since 2013, contributing to the company's data management and engineering strategies. His role involves overseeing data architecture and engineering processes to enhance the company's data servicing capabilities. Oportun is based in San Francisco, California.
Previous Experience at Oracle
Prior to his current role, Richard Gu worked at Oracle as a Senior Member of Technical Staff from 2000 to 2006. During his six years at Oracle, he was involved in various technical projects that contributed to the company's software development and engineering efforts. His experience at Oracle provided him with a strong foundation in technical leadership and software architecture.
Experience at NICE Systems
Richard Gu worked at NICE Systems as a Software Architect from 2006 to 2013. Over the course of seven years, he played a key role in developing software solutions and architectural frameworks that supported the company's objectives. His tenure at NICE Systems further solidified his expertise in software architecture and engineering.
Educational Background
Richard Gu earned a Master of Science degree from the University of Wisconsin-Madison, where he studied from 1998 to 2000. Prior to that, he completed a Bachelor of Arts degree at Kalamazoo College from 1994 to 1998. His educational background has equipped him with the necessary skills and knowledge to excel in his engineering and data architecture roles.