Zhiyu Chen

Zhiyu Chen is a highly accomplished professional with a strong educational background and extensive experience in the field of engineering.

Zhiyu holds an M.S. in Mechanical Engineering from the University of California, Los Angeles, where he excelled with a perfect GPA of 4.0. Prior to that, he pursued his B.S. in Electrical Engineering at Peking University, graduating with an impressive GPA of 3.8.

Currently, Zhiyu serves as an Engineering Manager in the Developer Tools and Infrastructure team at Databricks, showcasing his leadership skills and expertise in the tech industry. Previously, he held the position of Senior Engineering Manager in Core Infrastructure at Houzz, where he managed crucial engineering projects.

Zhiyu's experience at Houzz also includes roles such as Engineering Manager, Staff Software Engineer focusing on Productivity, and Tech Lead/Senior Software Engineer handling Tools and Test Infrastructure. These positions highlight his diverse skill set and ability to navigate complex technical challenges.

Before joining Houzz, Zhiyu contributed to the engineering teams at LinkedIn, where he served as a Tech Lead/Senior Software Engineer in Tools and Test Infrastructure and Software Engineer in Test. He also gained valuable industry experience as a Software Engineer in Test at Laserfiche.

Zhiyu's academic journey includes roles as a Teaching Assistant and Research Assistant at UCLA, emphasizing his dedication to both learning and sharing knowledge within the academic community.