Jason Wang
About Jason Wang
Jason Wang is a Software Engineer at Oak Ridge National Laboratory, specializing in distributed system design and extreme-scale parallel computing. He has contributed to significant projects such as the data I/O middleware for the Square Kilometre Array and has a strong academic background in communication engineering and information technology.
Work at Oak Ridge National Laboratory
Jason Wang has been employed as a Software Engineer at Oak Ridge National Laboratory since 2019. In this role, he has contributed to significant projects, including the development of data I/O middleware for the Square Kilometre Array. This project is anticipated to become one of the largest data generators globally. His work focuses on distributed system design and extreme-scale parallel computing, which are essential for handling large datasets and complex simulations.
Previous Experience at Oak Ridge National Laboratory
Before his current role, Jason Wang served as a Postdoctoral Research Associate at Oak Ridge National Laboratory from 2016 to 2019. During this time, he was involved in large-scale fusion simulations, employing machine-learning techniques for near-real-time performance optimization. This experience contributed to his expertise in high-performance computing and advanced simulation techniques.
Education and Academic Background
Jason Wang completed his Bachelor of Engineering (B.Eng.) in Communication Engineering at Harbin Institute of Technology from 2004 to 2008. He furthered his education at The University of Western Australia, where he obtained a Master of Engineering (M.Eng.) in Information and Communications Technology from 2010 to 2012. He also earned a Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in Data Storage and I/O Middleware System from 2012 to 2016, enhancing his knowledge in distributed systems and middleware technologies.
Teaching Experience
In addition to his research and engineering roles, Jason Wang has experience in academia. He worked as a Casual Teaching staff member at The University of Western Australia from 2013 to 2014. This role involved engaging with students and contributing to their learning in the field of engineering and technology.
Specialization in Computing
Jason Wang specializes in distributed system design and extreme-scale parallel computing and I/O. His expertise is particularly relevant in the context of large data environments, where efficient data processing and storage solutions are crucial. His work in machine learning and performance optimization further enhances his capabilities in developing innovative solutions for complex computational challenges.