Ying Zhao
About Ying Zhao
Ying Zhao is a Data Scientist specializing in Growth & Product at Wealthsimple, with a diverse background in data science and analytics roles at RBC and Scotiabank.
Company
Ying Zhao is currently employed at Wealthsimple, a financial services company based in Toronto, Ontario, Canada. At Wealthsimple, Zhao holds the position of Data Scientist in the Growth & Product team. The company is known for providing online investment management services and commission-free trading. Zhao has been with Wealthsimple since 2021.
Title
Ying Zhao serves as a Data Scientist in the Growth & Product team at Wealthsimple. In this role, Zhao focuses on using data-driven insights to enhance product development and drive company growth. The position involves deploying statistical analyses and advanced data techniques to generate actionable business intelligence.
Previous Roles at RBC
Before joining Wealthsimple, Ying Zhao held multiple positions at RBC. Zhao served as a Senior Data Scientist in the Digital & Data Solutions department from 2020 to 2021. Earlier, Zhao acted as an Intrapreneur for the RBCx Innovation Program during a 3-month stint in 2020. From 2018 to 2020, Zhao was a Data Scientist focusing on WM A.I. Product & Strategy, and from 2016 to 2018, Zhao was a Senior Analytics Analyst.
Early Career at Scotiabank
Ying Zhao commenced the professional journey at Scotiabank, where Zhao worked as a Program Manager and Data Analyst from 2014 to 2015 in Toronto, Ontario. During this period, Zhao managed programs and performed data analysis tasks to support various business operations.
Education and Expertise
Ying Zhao holds multiple advanced degrees. Zhao graduated with a Master's degree in Computer Science from the Georgia Institute of Technology, anticipated to be earned between 2023 and 2025. Additionally, Zhao earned a Master’s degree in Business Analytics from the Schulich School of Business - York University, and a Bachelor’s degree in Honors Business Administration from the Ivey Business School at Western University.