Kai Mei is a research-focused software engineer and PhD candidate in Computer Science at Rutgers University with six years of hands-on experience across industry research internships. They have contributed to applied ML and systems work at AWS (two internships) and Toyota InfoTechnology Center, and are currently a Research Intern at YC-backed Cua, indicating a blend of cutting-edge research and startup exposure. Kai’s background in software engineering from Nanjing University and successive applied scientist roles suggest strengths in building research prototypes that bridge theory and production. Comfortable in both academic and fast-moving product environments, they’ve repeatedly landed competitive research internships that require rapid learning and rigorous experimentation. Based in New Jersey, Kai brings a global academic perspective combined with practical experience deploying ML solutions at scale. A detail that stands out is the pattern of back-to-back industry research placements, signaling strong initiative and the ability to make immediate impact in diverse teams.
6 years of coding experience
Doctor of Philosophy - PhD, Computer Science, Doctor of Philosophy - PhD, Computer Science at Rutgers University–New Brunswick
Bachelor's degree, Software Engineering, Bachelor's degree, Software Engineering at Nanjing University
Contributions:5 PRs, 479 pushes, 120 branches in 1 year
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