Derek Ma is a seasoned software engineering professional with extensive experience in autonomous systems and computer vision. Currently serving as a Software Engineering Manager at Zoox since October 2018, Derek leads a team addressing complex challenges in autonomous driving. Previously, as a Senior Software Engineer at Zoox, efforts were focused on handling construction zone management, vehicle attribute classification, and traffic light state recognition. Prior experience includes a role as a Senior Software Engineer at Matternet Inc., where design work centered on software for autonomous drones, and a Software Engineer position at Percolata, developing cloud-based solutions for pedestrian and retail analytics. Derek's early career included internships at MIT Lincoln Laboratory, KODLAB, and Archinoetics, where foundational skills in robotics and software development were cultivated. Derek holds a Master of Science in Electrical Engineering from Stanford University and a Bachelor of Applied Science in Electrical and Electronics Engineering from the University of Pennsylvania.
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