Yangming Zhang

Senior XR Engineer @ Samsung Research | XR, 3D Graphics | Georgia Tech

Yangming Zhang is a Senior XR Engineer specializing in 3D Graphics at Samsung Research America (SRA). His work focuses on Extended Reality (XR) systems, integrating computer graphics with generative AI to create immersive experiences.

Professional Background

Current Position: Senior XR Engineer at Samsung Research America, where he has been involved in projects such as the SRA IMEX Lab and Project Moohan, utilizing technologies like OpenXR Runtime and Vulkan.
Previous Experience:
- Computer Graphics Intern at SRA (May 2023 - Present), where he worked on various XR-related projects.
- Student Researcher at Georgia Institute of Technology, contributing to research in real-time path tracing and procedural content generation from January 2020 to August 2023.
- Technical Consultant and AIGC Researcher at Plug and Play Tech Center in Beijing, focusing on digital human technologies and immersive XR environments.

Education

Yangming holds a Master's degree in Computer Science from Georgia Tech (2022-2023) and a Bachelor's degree in the same field (2019-2022), achieving a perfect GPA of 4.0/4.0. His coursework included advanced topics such as GPU programming and game AI.

Skills and Expertise

Zhang's expertise encompasses:

Computer Graphics: Specializing in real-time rendering techniques and graphics programming.
Generative AI: Applying AI techniques to enhance XR experiences.
Software Development: Proficient in languages and frameworks including Vulkan, C++, and various rendering pipelines.

Languages

He is bilingual, with native proficiency in Chinese and professional working proficiency in English.

Yangming Zhang's contributions to XR technology reflect his strong academic background and diverse professional experiences, positioning him as a key player in advancing immersive technologies at Samsung Research America.