Karney Li
About Karney Li
Karney Li is the Chief Architect at Wealthsimple and has held various roles in technology and engineering at companies like Instacart and Amazon. He holds a Bachelor of Mathematics in Computer Science from the University of Waterloo.
Chief Architect at Wealthsimple
As of 2023, Karney Li serves as the Chief Architect at Wealthsimple. His role involves high-level planning and directing the technological infrastructure of the company. This position allows him to leverage his extensive experience in software development and technology strategy.
Former CTO at Wealthsimple
From 2020 to 2023, Karney Li held the position of Chief Technology Officer (CTO) at Wealthsimple. During this time, he managed the company's technological direction, overseeing teams and projects to ensure the alignment with business goals. His contributions included implementing scalable solutions to support Wealthsimple's growth.
VP Engineering at Instacart
Karney Li was the Vice President of Engineering at Instacart from 2019 to 2020. In this role, he oversaw the engineering department, focusing on enhancing the platform's performance and reliability. His leadership helped streamline operations and improve the overall user experience.
Software Development Manager at Amazon
From 2012 to 2015, Karney Li worked as a Software Development Manager for Amazon's Fulfillment Technologies. Based in Toronto, he was responsible for managing software development projects that supported Amazon's fulfillment operations. His role encompassed both managerial duties and technical oversight.
Education in Mathematics and Computer Science
Karney Li earned a Bachelor of Mathematics degree, with a focus on Computer Science, from the University of Waterloo (2000-2005) and its affiliated St. Jerome's University. This solid educational foundation equipped him with the necessary analytical and technical skills for his career in technology and software development.