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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.

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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.

  • 17 years' experience
  • Joined February 2026

Industry experience

  • Software & Internet
  • Manufacturing

Work experience

Senior Project Manager · NetEase Network Co.Nov 2017 – Dec 2024 · 7 yrs 2 mos

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 · Seagate Technology InternationalJan 2009 – Oct 2017 · 8 yrs 10 mos

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 · STMicroelectronics Pte LtdJun 2007 – Dec 2009 · 2 yrs 7 mos

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 · Nanyang Technological University, Singapore2030 – 2007
BSc in Materials Science · University of Science & Technology Beijing2030 – 2002

Certifications and awards

Project Management Professional (PMP)2030 – 2026
Certified ScrumMaster (CSM)2030 – 2026
Certified CMMI Associate2030 – 2026
Certified LeSS Practitioner2030 – 2026

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