Jason Fong
About Jason Fong
Jason Fong is the Director of Data Science & Engineering at Wealthsimple, overseeing the experimentation platform, data warehouse, and infrastructure while leading specialized data science teams.
Title: Director of Data Science & Engineering
As the Director of Data Science & Engineering at Wealthsimple, Jason Fong oversees various critical aspects of data management and analysis. His role includes the development and maintenance of the company's experimentation platform, ensuring robust data infrastructure and warehouse systems. Jason leads multiple specialized teams covering domains such as Marketing, Product, Finance, and Sales Data Science, indicating a broad and comprehensive responsibility within the organization.
Company: Wealthsimple
Jason Fong is currently employed at Wealthsimple, where he serves as the Director of Data Science & Engineering. Since 2022, he has been instrumental in managing the company's data science initiatives, ensuring the successful development and deployment of data-related projects. Prior to this role, Jason held the position of Senior Manager, Data Science & Engineering, where he contributed significantly for one year.
Previous Experience at Shopify
Before joining Wealthsimple, Jason Fong worked at Shopify. He served as a Data Science Lead - Marketing from 2018 to 2020. In this role, he provided leadership in various data-driven marketing initiatives. Prior to that, he worked as a Data Scientist - Marketing from 2016 to 2018, focusing on leveraging data to bolster Shopify's marketing strategies and operations.
Education and Expertise
Jason Fong holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Systems Design Engineering from the University of Waterloo, earned between 2006 and 2011. His academic background has provided a strong foundation in engineering principles and systems design, contributing to his expertise in data science and engineering. During his time at the university, Jason also participated in various co-op positions, gaining early professional experience and practical skills.
Early Career at TELUS and Accenture
Jason Fong's early career includes significant roles at TELUS and Accenture. At TELUS, he was a Marketing Manager for Big Data Marketing Tools & Capabilities from 2014 to 2016, and prior to that, a Product Specialist in Pricing Strategy from 2013 to 2014. At Accenture, he worked as a Technology Consulting Analyst from 2012 to 2013, further shaping his analytical and strategic abilities in a consulting framework.