Hi, I’m Kathy. I’m a Senior Project Manager with 17+ years of experience spanning semiconductor, storage, and internet industries, including 7+ years leading software and platform projects. I excel at guiding end-to-end project transitions, coordinating cross-functional teams, mitigating risks, and aligning technical execution with business outcomes. I’ve delivered programs across Agile, Waterfall, and hybrid delivery models, and I’m PMP and CSM certified. I thrive in collaborative settings, lead workshops with internal teams and clients, and drive governance and operational readiness from inception to handover. I’m passionate about building scalable processes, improving quality, and ensuring that project outcomes translate into real business value.

Hi, I’m Kathy. I’m a Senior Project Manager with 17+ years of experience spanning semiconductor, storage, and internet industries, including 7+ years leading software and platform projects. I excel at guiding end-to-end project transitions, coordinating cross-functional teams, mitigating risks, and aligning technical execution with business outcomes. I’ve delivered programs across Agile, Waterfall, and hybrid delivery models, and I’m PMP and CSM certified. I thrive in collaborative settings, lead workshops with internal teams and clients, and drive governance and operational readiness from inception to handover. I’m passionate about building scalable processes, improving quality, and ensuring that project outcomes translate into real business value.

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Hi, I’m Kathy. I’m a Senior Project Manager with 17+ years of experience spanning semiconductor, storage, and internet industries, including 7+ years leading software and platform projects. I excel at guiding end-to-end project transitions, coordinating cross-functional teams, mitigating risks, and aligning technical execution with business outcomes. I’ve delivered programs across Agile, Waterfall, and hybrid delivery models, and I’m PMP and CSM certified.

I thrive in collaborative settings, lead workshops with internal teams and clients, and drive governance and operational readiness from inception to handover. I’m passionate about building scalable processes, improving quality, and ensuring that project outcomes translate into real business value.

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Work Experience

Senior Project Manager at NetEase Network Co.
November 1, 2017 - December 1, 2024
Managed software and platform projects from launch to handover with governance, compliance, and operational readiness. Standardized documentation (designs, architectures, knowledge bases) for smooth knowledge transfer. Collaborated with cross-functional teams to identify risks, gaps, and dependencies. Applied structured prioritization and weekly risk reviews to address issues before handover. Developed R&D management guidelines and governance frameworks to improve process quality and consistency. Led workshops with internal teams and clients to align requirements, operational readiness, and compliance. Oversaw vendor selection, evaluation, and performance to support seamless operations.
Senior R&D Engineer | Project & Product Lead at Seagate Technology International
January 1, 2009 - October 1, 2017
Led multiple R&D and product development projects from concept to production, combining technical execution with cross-functional coordination. Managed technology transfers from the U.S. to Singapore, overseeing end-to-end execution and training engineers in China factories for mass production. Streamlined R&D cycles from 2 years to 1.5 years through agile execution and proactive risk management. Coordinated cross-country teams to resolve technical and operational challenges, ensuring on-time launches and consistent quality.
Etching Process Engineer at STMicroelectronics Pte Ltd
June 1, 2007 - December 1, 2009
Developed and implemented advanced sub-micron manufacturing processes in front-end semiconductor production. Collaborated with yield and defect inspection teams to troubleshoot production issues and improve process capability. Applied structured quality assurance practices and contributed to process documentation and optimization.

Education

MSc in Materials Science & Mechanical Processing at Nanyang Technological University, Singapore
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2007
BSc in Materials Science at University of Science & Technology Beijing
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2002

Qualifications

Project Management Professional (PMP)
January 11, 2030 - February 11, 2026
Certified ScrumMaster (CSM)
January 11, 2030 - February 11, 2026
Certified CMMI Associate
January 11, 2030 - February 11, 2026
Certified LeSS Practitioner
January 11, 2030 - February 11, 2026

Industry Experience

Software & Internet, Manufacturing