Michael Cao

Glean | Stanford MS CS '24 | KP Engineering Fellow

Michael Cao is a Software Engineer at Glean, having started in October 2023. He is also pursuing a Master of Science in Computer Science at Stanford University, where he previously earned his Bachelor of Science in the same field. His academic focus includes foundation models, distributed systems, and full-stack engineering.1

Professional Experience

Current Position: Software Engineer at Glean (October 2023 - Present)
Teaching Assistant Roles:
- CS111: Operating Systems Principles (June 2023 - Present)
- CS193X: Web Programming Fundamentals (March 2023 - June 2023)
Internships:
- Software Engineering Intern at Databento (June 2023 - September 2023), where he developed a WebSocket API and improved service efficiency.1 2
- Python Development Intern at Akuna Capital (June 2022 - August 2022), focusing on full-stack development and database design.1
- Software Engineering Intern at DoorDash (June 2021 - September 2021), contributing to the migration from monolithic to microservices architecture.1

Leadership and Initiatives

Michael has demonstrated leadership through various roles:

Founder and Executive Director of See Your Dream, a nonprofit aimed at improving the hospital experience for pediatric patients using VR technology.1 2
VP of Projects at Stanford XR, overseeing student-led VR/AR projects and bootcamps.1

Personal Interests

Outside of work, Michael is passionate about music, playing piano and guitar, and staying active through sports like tennis. He enjoys working on personal projects, including developing a mobile app focused on enhancing photo narratives.2

Overall, Michael Cao combines technical expertise with a commitment to impactful projects, particularly in healthcare technology.