Li Yu has extensive experience in software engineering and user interface design, having worked for prominent companies such as Meta, Yahoo, Microsoft, and Innovation Works. Currently serving as a Senior Software Engineer at Meta since July 2020, Li focuses on developing foundational software for Augmented Reality (AR) experiences at Reality Labs. Previous roles include designing user interfaces for a Microsoft Media Room App and contributing to the Yahoo News iOS App. Education includes a Bachelor's degree in Interactive Media from Communication University of China and a Master's degree in Information Science from Cornell University, along with a research assistant position at Carnegie Mellon University, where responsibilities included data collection and creating online survey systems.