Summary
Jay Zhen is a Lead Engineer based in Sydney with 9 years of experience building and scaling software in fast-moving startup environments. He combines a background in computer science and mechatronics with hands-on roles spanning machine learning, full-stack engineering, and technical leadership. Known for reliability and accountability, he drives transformative change by blending creative problem-solving with strategic vision to deliver sustainable, production-ready systems. Jay has repeatedly stepped into lead roles at small, high-urgency organisations, demonstrating an ability to prioritise impact and ship under pressure. He champions cutting-edge technologies and continuous improvement—evident from transitions between ML research and product engineering—while fostering collaborative teams aligned to business outcomes. His GitHub ethos, “Excellence does not stop at the compromise of time,” reflects a pragmatic commitment to quality and velocity.
9 years of coding experience
5 years of employment as a software developer
The University of Sydney