Michael Zhang

Michael Zhang is an accomplished professional with significant experience in engineering and applied research. Currently serving as a Member of Technical Staff at OpenAI since June 2025, Zhang's work focuses on search applied research. Additionally, Zhang holds leadership roles as President of the Stanford Tau Beta Pi Engineering Honor Society and as a National Security Innovation Scholar at the Stanford Gordian Knot Center for National Security Innovation. As a Student Researcher at the Stanford Artificial Intelligence Laboratory, Zhang investigates efficient prompting methods for large language models under the mentorship of Jesse Mu and Noah Goodman. Other notable positions include Engineering/Product Fellow at 8VC and Head of Product at Dorm Room Fund, where Zhang leads the development of AI-powered products supporting a substantial portfolio. With a Master of Science in Management Science and Engineering and a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science from Stanford University, Zhang has demonstrated a commitment to innovation and ethical practices in technology development.