Joanna Diao

Joanna Diao is a skilled Software Engineer specializing in perception and localization for autonomous systems, currently working at Nuro since July 2023. Diao previously held multiple roles at Nuro, including a focus on sensor fusion algorithms to enhance localization and pose estimation for mobile robots. Prior experiences include software engineering at Cruise, where Diao developed 3D map generation applications and navigation solutions, and co-leading sensor fusion efforts for the University of Waterloo Alternative Fuels Team. Additional expertise stems from roles at Trexo Robotics and Nexus Robotics, where Diao implemented ROS controllers and performed advanced sensor fusion techniques. Diao's foundational experience includes research and development work at the University of Waterloo and a junior software engineering position at Airbus, where efficiency and risk management tools were developed. Diao holds a BASc in Mechatronics Engineering with an Artificial Intelligence Option from the University of Waterloo.