Cheryl Lao

Cheryl Lao is a skilled software engineer currently working at Meta on engineering for Reality Labs Research as a contractor through Magnit Global. With a Master of Mathematics in Computer Science focused on Human-Computer Interaction, Cheryl has extensive experience as a graduate research assistant at the University of Waterloo, where work included developing research prototypes, conducting user studies, and mentoring students. Previous roles include research internships at various tech companies such as Roblox and Adobe, contributing to innovative projects in virtual and augmented reality, as well as numerous scholarly publications and patents. Cheryl's background also encompasses software development internships with notable organizations like Autodesk and Intel Corporation, showcasing a robust foundation in both programming and research.