Jingru Zhao
About Jingru Zhao
Jingru Zhao is a User Experience Designer with a Master's degree in Human Computer Interaction from DePaul University. She has worked at TuSimple since 2020, contributing to user interface design for autonomous vehicle technology and participating in user research and usability testing.
Work at TuSimple
Jingru Zhao has been employed at TuSimple since 2020, serving as a User Experience Designer. In this role, Zhao has participated in cross-functional teams to enhance user experience for the company's software products. Zhao's responsibilities include conducting user research and usability testing to inform design decisions. Prior to the current position, Zhao worked as a UX Software Product Design Intern at TuSimple for two months in 2019, where initial exposure to the company's autonomous vehicle technology occurred.
Education and Expertise
Jingru Zhao earned a Master's degree in Human Computer Interaction from DePaul University College of Computing and Digital Media, completing the program from 2018 to 2020. This educational background provided Zhao with a solid foundation in user experience design principles and methodologies, which are applied in current professional practices.
Background
Before joining TuSimple, Jingru Zhao worked at the DePaul Innovation Development Laboratory as a UI/UX Designer from 2019 to 2020. During this time, Zhao contributed to various design projects, focusing on user interface and experience aspects. This role helped develop skills that are now utilized in the autonomous vehicle sector.
Achievements
At TuSimple, Jingru Zhao has contributed to the design of user interfaces specifically for autonomous vehicle technology. This involvement in innovative projects highlights Zhao's role in shaping user experiences in a rapidly evolving industry. Zhao's work in user research and usability testing further supports informed design decisions, enhancing overall product usability.