Jiang Gao

Jiang (John) Gao is an accomplished expert in artificial intelligence and machine learning with extensive experience in various high-tech companies and research institutions. Currently serving as an Applied Scientist in Alexa AI at Amazon since 2021, Jiang specializes in natural language processing and ranking systems, significantly enhancing integration with Amazon Shopping. Prior roles include Principal Engineer and Head of R&D at Samsung Research America AI Center, focusing on deep learning and multimodal understanding. Jiang also held the position of AI and Machine Learning Architect at Savant Systems, driving innovations in IoT and home automation. Earlier in career, significant contributions were made at Nokia as a Principal Engineer, developing machine learning applications for Android and pioneering technologies in mobile web and cloud-based solutions. Jiang's foundational expertise was established at Carnegie Mellon University as a Systems Scientist, working on large-scale video analysis and machine learning for gesture and facial recognition.