Yong Cheng

M.S. Computer Science, 2023

James McKelvey School of Engineering

Washington University in St. Louis

yon.cheng@wustl.edu

I am currently a software engineer at NIO, a company focusing on building world-class EV with autonomous-driving technology. My expertise lies in solving geometric problems in HD map reconstruction.

Prior to NIO, I worked at IDEA, where I contributed to the development of a geometric engine for Computer-Aided Design (CAD). During my time there, I focused on solving performance optimization and intersection algorithm challenges, earning top recognition for my contributions.

I hold a Master’s degree in computer science from Washington university in St. Louis, where I conducted a research project under the supervision of Prof. Tao Ju. I am interested in developing algorithms and tools about graphics, visualization products.

I thrive on creative problem-solving, always approaching challenges with an open mind.

social media accounts: Linkedin and Github.

Timeline

May 13, 2024	Joined NIO as a software engineer, algorithm development and application.
Jun 12, 2023	Joined IDEA as a software engineer, geometry and graphics algorithms.
May 25, 2023	Graduated from WashU as a master in computer science.
May 31, 2022	Started my career by joining Elekta as a software engineering summer intern.
Jun 1, 2021	Graduated from Shanghai Ocean Univ. as a bachelor in information and computing science

Some Interesting Projects

Dec 4, 2022	A microtubule-tracking tool designed to assist biologists in tracking the segmentation of microtubules, despite the challenges posed by their constant growth, shrinkage, and simultaneous movement and rotation. Additionally, the microscope video presents varying intensity and contrast across different areas in each frame, and features numerous crossing microtubules.

Dec 10, 2021	A pedagogical applet to help the students understand Chan's convex hull algorithm.