Can Yao
Summary
Experienced in product management and business development, specializing in data intelligence software, AI solutions, and autonomous driving technologies. Expertise includes autonomous driving maps, autonomous driving systems, AI-driven training platforms, and AI-based SaaS service platforms. Proven success in both established enterprises and startups, thriving in fast-paced and flexible environments. Skilled in international and domestic business negotiations, with strong insights into technology, business, and market trends. Highly motivated, results-driven, and a strong team player with a high sense of responsibility and a proactive attitude.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Independent Business Analyst
Independent Business Analyst
01.2024 - Current
- Commissioned by a leading Chinese battery company to research Australia's new energy policies, battery applications across industries, market potential, product requirements, national and industry standards, and potential partners
- Delivered feasibility studies and recommendations for overseas expansion
- Conducted feasibility research for a Chinese drone manufacturer on setting up a production line in Australia, including labor cost assessment, regulatory policies, and market expansion strategies
Executive Director, Autonomous Driving Product Center
ECARX (Geely Subsidiary)
01.2018 - 01.2022
- Founding team member responsible for market research, business planning, budgeting, and team recruitment, growing the team from 6 to 300 members in four years, supporting four product lines: data intelligence platform, map production platform, autonomous driving solutions, and lane-level navigation
- Played a key role in ECARX’s IPO team, leading business and financial reviews for data intelligence, contributing to a successful Nasdaq listing (Stock Code: ECX)
- Led the Autonomous Driving Product Center, aligning business goals, setting OKRs, and implementing Agile project management for product definition, requirement management, and acceptance testing
- Partnered with data annotation companies to integrate data intelligence and annotation platforms, improving data collection for AI model training and optimization
- Defined and developed AI-powered SaaS solutions for perception model generation and optimization, including dynamic object recognition (vehicles, pedestrians, bicycles), traffic sign recognition (ground and aerial signs), and facial and license plate recognition for applications such as autonomous driving, automated map production, data collection, and compliance
- Led the development of urban-road-based autonomous driving solutions, successfully completing functional tests on multiple public roads in Shanghai
- Organized and hosted the AI Open Day event, showcasing four product lines' achievements and enhancing ECARX’s technological reputation
Senior Product Manager
Alibaba
01.2015 - 01.2018
- Managed business interactions with domestic and international clients, defining products, validating proof of concepts, and securing high-definition (HD) mapping contracts with General Motors and Geely
- Conducted market research and competitive analysis to define platform-based HD mapping and high-precision positioning solutions, coordinating R&D resources for development
- Defined crowdsourced mapping solutions using in-car cameras and AI models, successfully implementing a proof of concept to enable a lightweight transformation of HD maps
- Designed and implemented data security and compliance solutions for mapping and surveying data, supporting automotive manufacturers in production testing and commercialization
Product Manager
Hyundai Motor
01.2012 - 01.2015
- Collaborated with Beijing Hyundai to gather product requirements and set project timelines
- Established the call center TMS service support system and managed external business communications
- Assessed suppliers' technical, quality, and production capabilities, leading vendor selection and project execution
- Handled procurement requests and purchase orders
- Managed daily operations, including inventory control, data collection and integration, and resolving production line issues
- Assisted with payment processing, supplier account inquiries, and settlements
Product Manager
Zhongyu Guangtong
01.2011 - 01.2012
- Designed a prototype for an automotive monitoring and remote diagnostics system, covering terminals, platforms, and client applications, and completed the demo version
- Led product iteration based on market demand, developed product lifecycle plans, and managed R&D team development
- Organized product trials and customer pilot programs, gathering feedback for continuous product improvements
Assistant General Manager
Chewang Hulian
01.2007 - 01.2011
- Negotiated and integrated content from leading TSP providers such as AutoNavi, Etong, PalmCity, and Century High-Tech
- Successfully integrated Chehang Wuyou services into China Mobile’s self-operated business, facilitating platform integration across regional branches
- Drove business adoption in the insurance industry, negotiating with regional PICC branches on business models, market potential, and profitability, leading to successful partnerships
- Coordinated industry-wide communication and integration, refining business models and value chain strategies
- Assisted the North China General Manager in resource coordination and supported R&D and sales teams
Pre-Sales Engineer
Great Wall Jindian
01.2005 - 01.2007
- Designed demonstration centers and prepared presentation scripts for large clients on telematics services and applications
- Established an emergency services center, trained by Israeli experts in emergency response, one-click assistance, POI inquiries, and other services, later training new employees
- Provided pre-sales and post-sales support for survey vehicle management, vehicle anti-theft, and monitoring systems
Education
Business Analysis Professional Course -
BAE Learning
01.2024
PMP Certification -
PMI
01.2015
Master’s Degree - Vehicle Engineering
Beihang University
01.2006
Bachelor’s Degree - Automation
Tianjin University of Technology and Education
01.2003
Skills
- Data analysis
- Product launches
- Project planning
- Customer engagement
- Requirements gathering
- Innovative thinking
- Cross-functional collaboration
- Product vision and strategy
- Solution selling
- Relationship building
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Timeline
Independent Business Analyst
Independent Business Analyst
01.2024 - Current
Executive Director, Autonomous Driving Product Center
ECARX (Geely Subsidiary)
01.2018 - 01.2022
Senior Product Manager
Alibaba
01.2015 - 01.2018
Product Manager
Hyundai Motor
01.2012 - 01.2015
Product Manager
Zhongyu Guangtong
01.2011 - 01.2012
Assistant General Manager
Chewang Hulian
01.2007 - 01.2011
Pre-Sales Engineer
Great Wall Jindian
01.2005 - 01.2007
PMP Certification -
PMI
Master’s Degree - Vehicle Engineering
Beihang University
Bachelor’s Degree - Automation
Tianjin University of Technology and Education
Business Analysis Professional Course -
BAE Learning
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