Zhichun L.
About Zhichun L.
Zhichun L. serves as the Vice President of Engineering at Scale AI, focusing on generative AI since 2023. He has a diverse background in engineering and investment, having held various roles at companies such as Microsoft, Airbnb, and Scout AI.
Current Role at Scale AI
Zhichun L. serves as the Vice President of Engineering at Scale AI, a position he has held since 2023. In this role, he focuses on generative AI, contributing to the development and implementation of advanced AI technologies. His leadership is instrumental in guiding engineering teams to innovate and enhance Scale AI's product offerings.
Previous Experience at Scale AI
Before his current role, Zhichun L. worked at Scale AI in various capacities. He was a Product Engineer from 2017 to 2019, where he contributed to product development. He then advanced to the role of Director of Engineering from 2020 to 2022, overseeing engineering operations and strategic initiatives within the company.
Entrepreneurial Background
Zhichun L. co-founded Scout AI, where he worked from 2022 to 2023. His experience in this startup environment reflects his commitment to innovation and entrepreneurship. This role allowed him to leverage his engineering expertise in a new venture focused on AI solutions.
Educational Background
Zhichun L. holds a Bachelor of Science in Computer Science from Carnegie Mellon University. He furthered his education by obtaining a Master of Business Administration from Yale School of Management. This combination of technical and business education supports his roles in engineering and leadership.
Professional Experience Prior to Scale AI
Prior to his tenure at Scale AI, Zhichun L. gained experience at several prominent companies. He worked as a Software Engineer at Microsoft and Airbnb in 2015 and 2016, respectively. He also served as an Investor at Lightspeed China Partners from 2019 to 2020, where he engaged in investment activities in the technology sector.