Dalong Li
About Dalong Li
Dalong Li serves as the Director of Data Science at Torc Robotics, where he leads a global team in developing automatic data curation and augmentation systems for AI applications. He has extensive experience in data science and machine learning, having held various engineering and leadership roles at notable companies including FCA, Continental, and Motorola.
Current Role at Torc Robotics
Dalong Li serves as the Director of Data Science at Torc Robotics, a position he has held since 2022. In this role, he leads a global team based in the United States and Germany. His focus is on developing systems for automatic data curation, augmentation, and annotation on cloud platforms, which are essential for advancing AI technologies within the organization.
Previous Experience in Data Science and Engineering
Prior to joining Torc Robotics, Dalong Li held various roles in data science and engineering. He was the Autonomous Driving AI Lead at FCA Fiat Chrysler Automobiles from 2017 to 2021. He also worked as a Team Lead in Machine Learning at Stellantis for one year and as a Lead Machine Learning Engineer at Continental for a year. His experience includes leading teams to enhance data processes critical for AI development.
Educational Background
Dalong Li has a strong educational foundation in engineering and computer science. He earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Electrical and Electronics Engineering from the University of Petroleum (East China) from 1994 to 1998. He then pursued a PhD in Electrical Engineering at the Georgia Institute of Technology, completing his studies from 2001 to 2006. Additionally, he obtained a Master’s degree in image processing and computer vision from the Chinese Academy of Sciences between 1998 and 2001.
Internships and Early Career
Dalong Li's early career included several internships that provided him with foundational experience in the technology sector. He interned at Hewlett-Packard Laboratories in 2002 and at Eastman Kodak Lab in 2003. He also completed internships at Philips Research in 2005 and at HP as a PostDoc fellow in 2007. These roles contributed to his expertise in firmware, system software, and imaging algorithms.
Leadership and Team Management
Dalong Li has demonstrated leadership capabilities throughout his career. He has experience managing teams focused on enhancing data processes and developing AI technologies. His leadership roles include overseeing projects at Stellantis and Continental, where he guided teams in machine learning and data science initiatives. His current role at Torc Robotics further emphasizes his commitment to leading teams in the advancement of AI applications.