Giuliano Pezzolo Giacaglia
About Giuliano Pezzolo Giacaglia
Giuliano Pezzolo Giacaglia is a Senior Engineering Manager with extensive experience in software development and engineering management. He has worked at various notable companies, including Transcend, Facebook, and Wayfair, and holds degrees from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology and Instituto Tecnológico de Aeronáutica.
Work at Transcend
Giuliano Pezzolo Giacaglia has held multiple roles at Transcend, starting as a Senior Software Engineer from 2020 to 2021, where he managed projects involving backend, frontend, and machine learning components. He then advanced to the position of Engineering Manager from 2021 to 2022, overseeing significant projects including the development of the Airgap telemetry pipeline and Data Mapping & Privacy Request Integration pipeline. Currently, he serves as a Senior Engineering Manager since 2022, leading initiatives such as the implementation of the Content Classification Training UI and Content Classification Online Training.
Education and Expertise
Giuliano Pezzolo Giacaglia earned a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science and Engineering from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) from 2008 to 2012. He furthered his education at MIT, obtaining a Master of Engineering (M.Eng.) in Machine Learning from 2012 to 2013. His academic background includes research roles at MIT, where he served as a Research and Teaching Assistant and conducted undergraduate research in both the Department of Mathematics and CSAIL.
Background in Software Development
Giuliano has extensive experience in software development, having worked at various companies in significant roles. He was an iOS Tech Lead at Wayfair from 2016 to 2017 and a Software Developer at Bluecore from 2017 to 2019. He also gained early experience as a Software Developer Intern at Facebook in 2012 and Microsoft in 2011. His diverse background includes co-founding Wigo, Inc. from 2014 to 2016, where he contributed to the startup's development.
Research Contributions
Giuliano Pezzolo Giacaglia has made notable contributions to research during his time at MIT. He worked as an Undergraduate Researcher in the Department of Mathematics and at CSAIL, focusing on projects that enhanced his technical skills. His research experience provided him with a strong foundation in machine learning and software engineering, which he later applied in his professional roles.
Project Management and Leadership
Throughout his career, Giuliano has demonstrated strong project management and leadership skills. At Transcend, he led the implementation of various projects, including the Sombra stability and architecture project. His ability to manage complex projects involving multiple components showcases his expertise in both technical and managerial aspects of engineering.