Dr. Abdul Salama
About Dr. Abdul Salama
Dr. Abdul Salama is the Manager of the AI Platform - Applied AI at Virta Health, with extensive experience in machine learning and software engineering.
Role at Virta Health
Dr. Abdul Salama has held the position of Manager, AI Platform - Applied AI at Virta Health since 2022. In this role, he is responsible for overseeing various AI and machine learning initiatives. His work focuses on the practical application of AI technologies to enhance healthcare delivery and patient outcomes. He brings to this role extensive experience in AI and machine learning, cultivated through diverse positions in the tech industry.
Roles at Zillow
Dr. Abdul Salama served in multiple capacities at Zillow from 2017 to 2022. He started as a Senior Software Engineer in 2017, where he worked for 10 months before being promoted to Engineering Manager. For the next three years, he led engineering teams in developing scalable solutions. Subsequently, he took on the role of Machine Learning Platform Manager, which he held from 2020 until 2022. During his tenure, he spearheaded the development and implementation of machine learning models to enhance Zillow’s platform capabilities.
Career at Microsoft
From 2011 to 2017, Dr. Abdul Salama worked at Microsoft as a Software Development Engineer. During his six-year tenure in Redmond, WA, he contributed to multiple software development projects, focusing on creating robust, scalable applications. His role involved extensive programming, debugging, and system design to support Microsoft's global software infrastructure.
Academic Background and Degrees
Dr. Abdul Salama earned his PhD in AI & Machine Learning from the University of Washington. Prior to this, he completed his Bachelor of Science in Computer Science and Electrical Engineering at the same institution between 2008 and 2011. He also holds an Associate Degree in Computer and Electrical Engineering from Bellevue College, completed in 2008.
Teaching and Tutoring Experience
Dr. Abdul Salama has a solid foundation in academia, highlighted by his positions at the University of Washington and Bellevue Community College. He served as a Teaching Assistant and Help Desk Consultant at the University of Washington from 2008 to 2011. Additionally, he worked as a Math and Computer Science Tutor at Bellevue Community College from 2006 to 2009. This experience has equipped him with the skills to mentor and guide students in complex technical subjects.