Sophia Ying L.

Sophia Ying L. is a seasoned professional in machine learning and economics with extensive experience in leading engineering teams and developing innovative AI products. Currently serving as a Senior Engineering Manager at Instacart, Sophia leads a centralized machine learning team and has successfully launched initiatives focusing on order quality, growth, and fraud detection. Previous roles include Engineering Manager and Senior Machine Learning Engineer at Uber, where Sophia contributed to rider pricing and marketing strategies for Uber Eats. Earlier experience includes applied economic analyses as an Associate at Cornerstone Research and serving as a Research and Teaching Assistant at Duke University. Sophia holds a Ph.D. in Economics from Duke University and a B.S. in Mathematics from the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign.