Peng Zhang

Peng Zhang, PhD, is a Senior Software Engineer specializing in Machine Learning at Meta since January 2022, focusing on the development of ranking solutions for business messaging ads under privacy constraints. Prior to this role, Peng worked as a Data Scientist and Technology Geoscientist at SLB, where responsibilities included time series modeling for oil production forecasting and machine learning solutions for seismic inversion. Earlier experience includes positions at Halliburton, where Peng contributed to digital solutions for petrophysical interpretation and production enhancement, as well as intern roles optimizing well configurations and developing geomechanics models. Academic credentials include a Ph.D. in Petroleum Engineering from The University of Texas at Austin, a Master's Degree in Mechanical Engineering from Rice University, and a Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering from Tsinghua University.