Eugene L.
About Eugene L.
Eugene L. is a manager specializing in QA engineering for autonomous AI fleets and mission planning. He has extensive experience in technology and hospitality, having worked at notable companies like Amazon, Cisco, and Western Digital, and currently serves as the founder of a private dining and artisan tea company.
Current Role at Cyngn
Eugene L. serves as the Manager of QA Engineering at Cyngn, focusing on Autonomous AI Fleets, Mission Planning, Apps/Cloud, E2E, and Integration. He has been with the company since 2022, contributing to the development and quality assurance of advanced AI technologies in the automotive sector. His role involves ensuring product usability and expanding test coverage, which is critical for the successful deployment of autonomous vehicle systems.
Previous Experience at Amazon
Eugene L. worked at Amazon from 2010 to 2015 as a Platform & Product QA Program Manager. His responsibilities included managing quality assurance for software, hardware, and web ecosystems, as well as applications. During his tenure, he played a significant role in the development of the NFC contactless payment platform, which is utilized by major services such as Apple Pay and Google Pay.
Background in Technology and Hospitality
Eugene L. has a diverse background that spans both technology and the hospitality-food-beverage industry. His experience in technology includes roles in QA and product management across various companies, while his involvement in the hospitality sector includes founding Three Pillars RG, a Master Chef Private Dining and Artisan Tea Company. This unique combination allows him to approach product development with a customer-centric perspective, emphasizing usability and artistry.
Education and Expertise
Eugene L. studied Business and Management Information Systems at San Jose State University. His educational background supports his professional expertise in quality assurance, product management, and operations. He has developed a hands-on approach to expanding test coverage and improving product usability, particularly in the realm of autonomous AI vehicle technologies.
Career Timeline and Key Positions
Eugene L. has held various positions throughout his career, starting at Sprint in sales and technical support from 1998 to 2001. He then worked at Cisco, Palm, and ViVOtech, focusing on QA and product management roles. His experience also includes a position at Western Digital, where he managed software QA and device management for IoT cloud-connected devices. This extensive career trajectory has equipped him with the skills necessary to build and scale teams effectively.