Zen Li
4.9
(65)
Founder's Trusted Ally | Seasoned Investor
11,867 min coached
1,114 followers
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Studied at University of Washington
Worked at AWS
Successful clients at
Available tomorrow at 11:00 PM UTC
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Zen's Offerings
Custom hourly · $89/hr
Get help with Compensation Strategy, Fundraising, and .
Zen also coaches for Software Engineering, Product Management, Career Coaching, and MBA. View all.
Zen’s Startup Founders Qualifications
Experience level: Executive
Open to working with clients outside the U.S.
Zen has helped clients get into these companies:
I have worked closely with many founders and entrepreneurs to support them on their journey of building and running a business. If you're looking for an objective, third-party perspective, need to talk through a critical decision, or simply want a trusted confidant to listen, I'm here. Whether your business is a one-person operation with no revenue yet, a small mom-and-pop shop, or a unicorn in the making, I'm dedicated to being your trusted companion!
Zen can help with:
Compensation Strategy
Fundraising
Hiring
Ideation
Zen also coaches for Software Engineering, Product Management, Career Coaching, and MBA. View all.
About Zen
Dr. Zhen Li is a technology executive and product leader with deep experience in cloud computing, machine learning, and supply chain innovation. Over her career at companies including Microsoft and Amazon, she has led teams building products that span AI/ML, cloud infrastructure, and large-scale operations across industries such as automotive, high tech, and healthcare. Dr. Li holds a Ph.D. from the University of Georgia with research in human-computer interaction, a B.S. in computer science from the University of Dublin, and an MBA from the University of Washington. She has lectured at the college level, spoken at international industry events, and serves as a reviewer and judge for tech and MBA programs. She is passionate about mentoring the next generation of product and technology leaders.
Why do I coach?
I coach because I believe in the transformative power of guidance and mentorship. Coaching allows me to connect with individuals on a deep level, helping them unlock their full potential and achieve their goals. Witnessing my mentee to grow and overcome challenges is not only incredibly rewarding but also a testament to the impact of effective coaching. I always feel privilege to be part of someone's journey, offering support, encouragement, and valuable insights that enable them to thrive personally and professionally. Coaching isn't just a job for me; it's a calling driven by a genuine passion for helping others become the best version of themselves.
Work Experience
Product Manager
AWS
October 2021 - May 2026
building products for automotive, high tech, healthcare life science industry customers
Software Engineer
Amazon
May 2019 - October 2021
build large scale machine learning systems that optimize Amazon.com inventory and pricing
Software Engineer
Microsoft
September 2013 - May 2019
build various projects in Azure: transitioning VM management automation to cloud, bootstrapping network security monitoring, founding Azure blockchain services.
Software Engineering Intern
June 2011 - August 2011
build out bank settlement automation for Google Adwords
Education
University of Washington
Master, MBA
2019 - 2022
Foster School of Business, specialized in Global Business and Entrepreneurship
University of Georgia
PhD, Computer Science
2008 - 2013
majored in computer science and concurrent systems with a joint specialization of human cognition, computer science education and programmers' behavior.
Fudan University
Bachelor, Computer Science
2004 - 2008
major in software engineering (bachelor of engineering) and a join bachelor of science degree from University College Dublin (bachelor of science)
65 Reviews
Overall Rating
4.9
Knowledge
4.8
Value
4.7
Responsiveness
4.8
Supportiveness
4.8
Zen has helped clients get into these companies: