Jack Yang
Reimagining Reality with XR
Hello! I am Jack, an AR/VR developer with a specialization in XR interactions and virtual social experiences. Currently, I am at the forefront of shaping the future at Microsoft Mixed Reality. Since embarking on my journey in the XR industry in 2015, I have been passionately dedicated to leveraging immersive technology to create a better world.
- Location
- Seattle, United States
- jackyangzzh@gmail.com
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Experience
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Mixed Reality Software Engineer at Microsoft Mesh
Highlights
- Designed and delivered high-quality, performant social experiences across 3D (VR/AR) and 2D (PCs, tablets, phones), ensuring seamless functionality across platforms.
- Led cross-functional efforts to optimize performance, enhance accessibility, and implement advanced localization for interactive avatar customization tools.
- Developed scalable, data-driven solutions and streamlined workflows, enabling multi-platform integration across web, VR, and standalone environments.
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AR/VR Interaction Engineer at Holos
Highlights
- Developed an AR/VR training system with advanced features like gesture recognition and hand tracking.
- Introduced multiplayer networking, 3D modeling processing, and other features.
- Contributed to Holos in securing a $750K U.S. Air Force contract and gaining entry into the TechStars Program.
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AR/VR Researcher at Kats Research Group
Highlights
- Formulated algorithms for simulating color blindness on hyperspectral images and designed VR simulations with a color-calibrated Oculus Rift.
- Developed an AI that mimicks human color vision behavior, achieving 90% chromatic adjustment accuracy.
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Graphics Researcher at UW Graphics Group
Highlights
- Developed a low-latency VR system for remote robot control via hand gestures.
- Created a UI for replicating robot arm movements, analyzing data from 15+ lab experiments in Unity.
Education
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Bachelor from University of Wisconsin - Madison
Courses
- Double majored in Computer Science and Communication Arts.
- Served as a Teaching Assistant for CS 559 (Computer Graphics).
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National Game Academy from Carnegie Mellon University
Courses
- Studied game design at CMU Entertainment Technology Center.
- Led and published a VR game titled Kitchen Kraving with Oculus Rift DK2.
“Passive frequency conversion of ultraviolet images into the visible using perovskite nanocrystals”
Effective Leaders: Four Attributes That Underpin The Core Characteristics of Effective Leadership
My article on critical conversation is featured in the book
Skills
- Unity
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- XR Interaction Design
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- WebXR
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- VisionOS
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- Unreal
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- React
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