# Waël H.

> Leading AI/ML Innovation for Next-Gen Autonomous Vehicles

Location: Mountain View, California, United States
Profile: https://flows.cv/wal

Driving innovation at the intersection of technology and human progress. With a proven track record in Robotics, Big Tech, Advertising Tech, Finance, Energy, Aviation, International Aid, and the Public Sector, I've harnessed the power of digital transformation to solve global challenges. My current focus is on revolutionizing autonomous vehicle safety, amplifying advertising revenue, and strengthening brand presence in competitive markets. Committed to ethical leadership, I champion transparency and responsible AI practices to secure a safer, more prosperous future.

## Work Experience
### Engineering Lead @ Zoox
Jan 2024 – Present | San Francisco Bay Area
Leading teams developing AI and ML algorithms to integrate auto-labeling, simulation, and advanced machine learning techniques (classification and clustering) into fleet operations. By automating data annotation and simulating complex real-world scenarios, these efforts enhance predictive model accuracy, scalability, and resource efficiency. This approach empowers proactive maintenance, improves vehicle reliability, and drives data-driven decision-making.

### Engineering Lead @ Google
Jan 2022 – Jan 2024 | Mountain View, California, United States
At Google, my focus is on pioneering risk measurement frameworks within the Ads space, leveraging my deep technical knowledge to design solutions that safeguard against potential threats. Our team's collaborative spirit has enabled us to implement robust systems, setting industry benchmarks for risk mitigation.

With a strategic eye, I've contributed to the mergers and acquisitions process by conducting technical due diligence, ensuring the seamless integration of target clients. My commitment to operational excellence is reflected in our successful partnerships and the continuous improvement of our business practices.

### Principal @ KI Design
Jan 2012 – Jan 2022 | Millbrae, California, United States
Led the development and implementation of big data and privacy solutions for clients in the finance,  aviation, energy, government, and healthcare sectors.

1. eVape Monitoring:
Reduce underage e-cigarette use and eliminate unauthorized flavors through:
Early detection of potential violations.
Prioritized investigations for compliance officers.

2. Elections Oversight :
Enhance the integrity of elections by:
Identifying and flagging suspicious activity for investigation.
Deterring potential violations through proactive monitoring.

3. Public Perception of Cannabis :
Inform effective cannabis policy by:
Understanding public sentiment towards legalization and use.
Identifying key concerns and areas of support.
Tailoring public health messaging based on demographics.

4. Electric Vehicle Adoption :
Accelerate electric vehicle adoption despite supply constraints by:
Understanding consumer preferences for EVs.
Predicting potential drops in purchases due to supply issues.
Identifying factors that can encourage EV purchases even with limited availability.

Project and Portfolio Management
 Portfolio Management at Major state gov, Airports, dept of revenue

### Senior Manager @ eHealth
Jan 2009 – Jan 2012 | Toronto, Ontario, Canada


## Education
### Graduate Certificate in Telling a Story, with Data
Boston University

### Graduate Certificate in Information Technology Project Management
Queen's University

### Doctor of Philosophy - PhD in Computer Science
University of Ottawa

### Master of Engineering - MEng in Computer Science
Concordia University


## Contact & Social
- LinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/in/drwhassan
- Portfolio: https://waelhassan.com

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Last updated: 2026-04-11