Zhicheng Yu
About Zhicheng Yu
Zhicheng Yu is a Software Engineer currently employed at Motional in Boston, Massachusetts, where he has worked since 2022. He has a background in robotics and software development, with previous roles at Berkshire Grey and Vecna Robotics, and holds degrees in Mechatronics and Robotics.
Work at Motional
Zhicheng Yu has been employed as a Software Engineer at Motional since 2022, contributing to projects in Boston, Massachusetts. In this role, he focuses on various aspects of software development, particularly in the field of autonomous vehicles. His work involves applying his expertise in backend development and robotics software to enhance the company's technological capabilities.
Previous Experience in Software Engineering
Prior to joining Motional, Zhicheng Yu worked at Berkshire Grey as a Software Engineer from 2021 to 2022. He also held the position of Senior Software Engineer for a brief period in 2022. His experience at Berkshire Grey involved developing software solutions for automation and robotics applications. Additionally, he worked at Vecna Robotics as a Robotics Software Engineer in 2020 and completed an internship as a Computer Vision Software Engineer in 2019.
Education and Expertise
Zhicheng Yu holds a Bachelor's degree in Mechatronics from Chang'an University, where he studied from 2014 to 2018. He further advanced his education by obtaining a Master's degree in Robotics from Northwestern University in 2019. His academic background provides a strong foundation for his expertise in areas such as camera and lidar perception, localization, sensor fusion, SLAM, and navigation within robotics software.
Portfolio and Personal Projects
Zhicheng Yu maintains a portfolio that showcases his personal projects related to backend and robotics software development. This portfolio highlights his skills and interests in application architecture, communication systems, RPC, and REST, demonstrating his commitment to continuous learning and practical application of his knowledge in software engineering.