Software Engineer · Problem Solver

Hi, I'm Zongyao.

I build reliable, scalable software and love turning complex problems into simple, elegant solutions.

📍 Location: Singapore💼 Focus: Backend / Data

About

I'm a Software Engineer specializing in large-scale systems, search infrastructure, and technical strategy. Over the past decade, I've built end-to-end architectures across Meta, Amazon, Walmart/Jet.com, and Microsoft, designing platforms that power mission-critical experiences used by millions of users worldwide.

Skills

Distributed SystemsLarge-Scale Search & RetrievalEnterprise Search PlatformsReal-Time & Low-Latency SystemsRAG (Retrieval-Augmented Generation)Data Lakes & BI PlatformsPrivacy & Compliance InfrastructureTelemetry & Feature Gating SystemsTechnical Strategy & North-Star ArchitectureCross-Org Alignment & Systems IntegrationStaff+ MentorshipDesign Reviews & Technical Decision-MakingFinTech SystemsSupply Chain & Logistics PlatformsProductivity & Communication SystemsAI/ML-Driven Search SystemsC++JavaC#PythonSQLAWSAzure

Experience

Engineering Manager · Meta

Dec 2021Now

Software Development Manager · Amazon

May 2020Dec 2021

Associate Director of Engineering · Walmart / Jet.com

Jan 2018May 2020

Senior Technical Lead · Microsoft

Sep 2011Jan 2018

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