Xian Liu
About Xian Liu
Xian Liu is the Director of Engineering at PingCAP, where he has worked since 2022. He has over 15 years of experience in software design and development, with a focus on database, storage, and cloud computing.
Work at PingCAP
Xian Liu has been serving as the Director of Engineering at PingCAP since 2022. In this role, he leads the research and development team that focuses on the evolution of storage systems, particularly TiKV and PD. His responsibilities include overseeing the maintenance and advancement of transaction systems and backup/restore functionalities. Liu's leadership in engineering contributes to the company's commitment to enhancing database and storage solutions.
Previous Experience in Software Engineering
Before joining PingCAP, Xian Liu accumulated extensive experience in software engineering across several prominent companies. He worked at Huawei as a Software Engineer from 2007 to 2009 and later returned as a Senior Software Engineer from 2009 to 2011. Liu also held a position as a Staff Engineer at Alibaba Group from 2015 to 2022. Additionally, he worked at Seagate Technology as a Senior Staff Engineer for six months in 2015 and spent four years at FutureWei Technologies as a Staff Software Engineer from 2011 to 2015.
Education and Expertise
Xian Liu earned a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science from Jilin University, where he studied from 2003 to 2007. With over 15 years of experience in software design and development, Liu has developed expertise in database, storage, and cloud computing. His educational background and professional experience equip him with the skills necessary to lead engineering teams and drive technological advancements in his field.
Career Timeline
Xian Liu's career spans multiple roles in software engineering. He began his career at Huawei in 2007, transitioned to a Senior Software Engineer role in 2009, and then moved to FutureWei Technologies in 2011. After four years, he joined Seagate Technology for a brief period in 2015, followed by a seven-year tenure at Alibaba Group. Liu's diverse career path culminated in his current position at PingCAP, where he has been since 2022.