Tao Wang

Tao Wang is a Principal Engineering Manager at Microsoft, currently based in Bellevue, Washington. He has extensive experience in software development and engineering leadership, particularly in cloud computing and business applications.

Professional Background

• Current Role: Principal Engineering Manager at Microsoft since September 2021, focusing on Azure IoT Hub.

• Previous Positions:

  • Principal Software Architect (July 2019 - September 2021): Worked on Bing Shopping & Commerce.
  • Principal Group Engineering Manager (2011 - July 2019): Led a team of approximately 40 engineers, overseeing the transformation of Microsoft Dynamics AX into Microsoft Dynamics 365, a managed SaaS application on Azure.
  • Principal Engineering Manager (2003 - 2011): Contributed to Microsoft Dynamics AX, enhancing its performance and scalability.
  • Senior Software Engineer (1998 - 2003): Developed features for Microsoft Exchange Server, including RESTful APIs and mobile services.

Education

Tao Wang holds multiple degrees:

• MBA in General Management from the University of Washington.
• MS in Computer Science from The University of Texas at Austin.
• BA in Computer Sciences from the University of Science and Technology of China.

Skills and Expertise

Tao Wang specializes in leading teams, developing software solutions, and implementing cloud technologies. His work has significantly impacted enterprise software solutions, particularly in enhancing data management and security within cloud environments.

Languages

He is proficient in both Chinese and English, which supports his collaborative efforts in diverse teams.

Tao Wang's career reflects a strong commitment to innovation and leadership in technology, particularly within Microsoft's cloud computing initiatives.12