Song Gao

I'm a seasoned Senior Software Engineer with over a decade of experience in navigation technology. Currently at Apple Inc., I specialize in improving routing quality and accelerating release cycles within the Maps Navigation team. My contributions include leading the transition to more frequent release cycles and architecting infrastructure for automated sign-offs. Prior to Apple, I held key roles at Telenav Inc., where I led the development of mapping solutions, notably the Map Enhancement Platform, enhancing road attributes and traffic details crucial for routing improvements. I hold a master's degree in Cartology and Geographic Information Systems from the University of Chinese Academy of Science, with notable research contributions to China's National Project of High Technology Research and Development Program. Outside of work, I'm an active participant in sports, particularly basketball, and has published research papers on pathfinding algorithms.