Charles Zhang is a seasoned engineering leader at Google, currently serving as the Senior Director of Engineering for Vertex AI Search, Search Generative Experience, and GenAI Grounding within Google Cloud AI. With a robust background in building and managing high-performing teams, Charles has a proven...
Charles Zhang is a seasoned engineering leader at Google, currently serving as the Senior Director of Engineering for Vertex AI Search, Search Generative Experience, and GenAI Grounding within Google Cloud AI. With a robust background in building and managing high-performing teams, Charles has a proven track record of delivering large-scale consumer-facing and enterprise applications. His expertise lies in setting strategic organizational goals and driving execution through effective cross-functional collaboration, all while managing budgets and enhancing operational efficiency.
At the forefront of innovation, Charles is currently focused on transforming the search landscape with initiatives like Search as a Service, Structured and Unstructured Search, and Generative Search. His work on Search Verticals and Conversational Search leverages advanced technologies in applied AI, ensuring that users receive relevant and contextually rich search results. His specialization in Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG) and grounding techniques highlights his commitment to integrating cutting-edge AI methodologies into practical applications that enhance user experience.
Charles's technical proficiency spans a wide range of areas, including cloud infrastructure, distributed computing, and web services, making him a pivotal figure in driving Google’s search capabilities forward. His skills in Java, Hibernate, and the Spring Framework, combined with a strong foundation in network security and architectural design, enable him to create robust, scalable solutions that meet the demands of modern cloud environments. As he continues to lead transformative projects at Google, Charles remains dedicated to pushing the boundaries of what’s possible in search technology and applied AI, solidifying his role as a key influencer in the industry.
