Shanglin Li , Ph.D.

Senior Scientist @ InnoLight Technology

About

I hold a Ph.D. degree in electrical and computer engineering from McGill University (麦吉尔大学, Montreal, Canada), a M.Sc. degree from Peking University (北京大学, Beijing, China). I am Head of the Artificial Intelligence and System Modelling (AISM) Group at InnoLight Technology Ltd.（中际旭创) My work primarily focuses on ALGORITHMS, MODELS, and their APPLICATIONS in the optical communication industry. I am leading a group working on a variety of interesting research topics, including but not limited to the following: 1. optical communication modelling using advanced techniques such as AI (typically neural networks) and physics-based mathematical methods; 2. AI-powered manufacturing automation, including computer vision and physical AI based on reinforcement learning; 3. analysis of physical mechanisms in communication links, such as semiconductor lasers and fiber-related issues; and the investigation of high-capacity, short-reach VCSEL-MMF communication links.

Country

City

China

Industry

Telecommunications

Skill

Deep Learning, Optical Communications, Machine Learning, Photonics, Matlab, Python, Verilog-A, Signal Processing, C++, LabVIEW, LaTeX, Cadence Virtuoso, Electro-optics, Field-Programmable Gate Arrays (FPGA), 人工智能

Experience

Senior Scientist

InnoLight Technology

2022-5 - Present · 4 yrs 5 mos

Head of "Artificial Intelligence and System Modelling (AISM) Group" & "X-Product Project Group” I am using AI to transform the conventional manufacturing process for optical modules, slashing the cost. Responsibilities (not limited to): 1. Conducting AI-based/physics-based modeling for optical link systems, building digital twins of optical modules, and optimizing the link performances using the models; 2. Leveraging AI for engineering solutions in optical modules, including AI-powered manufacturing automation, AI-assisted lens coupling, AI-assisted defect detection, and parameter auto-tuning for high-speed modules (800G/1.6T); 3. Identifying and theorizing causes of performance degradation in optical links, analyzing physical mechanisms, and assessing their impact on modules (e.g. laser optical feedback, fiber multipath interference, connector wiggle, etc.); 4. Head of X-Product Group at Innolight (this X-product will probably be released next year, please stay tuned) 5. Leading and fostering team growth as a dedicated Team Leader.

Graduate Research Assistant

McGill University

2017-9 - 2022-4 · 4 yrs 8 mos

Montreal, Quebec, Canada

Supervisor: Prof. Odile Liboiron-Ladouceur (Canada Research Chair, 加拿大首席科学家) Research Project: 850nm short-reach VCSEL-MMF link within the data center system Keywords: vertical-cavity surface-emitting laser (VCSEL), multi-mode fiber (MMF), mode selective excitation, MIMO, mode group division multiplexing.

Teaching Assistant

McGill University

2021-9 - 2021-12 · 4 mos

Montreal, Quebec, Canada

ECSE 430/540 - Photonic Devices and Systems / Photonic Devices and Applications

Teaching Assistant

McGill University

2021-1 - 2021-4 · 4 mos

ECSE 430/540 - Photonic Devices and Systems / Photonic Devices and Applications

Intern

Ansys

2021-6 - 2021-12 · 7 mos

加拿大

My duty is to improve Python-based Ansys Silicon-Photonics CML (compact model libraries) Compiler tool, and build Monte-Carlo models of optical devices based on Cadence Virtuoso and Verilog-A.

Project Intern

Smiths Interconnect

2020-8 - 2021-1 · 6 mos

Montreal, Quebec, Canada

Short-reach VCSEL-MMF links measurement for applications in space

Graduate Research Assistant

Peking University

2014-9 - 2017-7 · 2 yrs 11 mos

Beijing, China

High-precision long-reach time & frequency signal transmission; Optical frequency comb; Simulation of optical transmission systems; Signal compensation algorithm

Undergraduate Research Assistant

Peking University

2013-6 - 2014-7 · 1 yr 2 mos

Beijing, China

Education

McGill University

Electrical and Computer Engineering

2017-9 - 2022-2 · 4 yrs 6 mos

PhD Thesis: "Modeling and Applications of High-Speed VCSEL-MMF Links for Next-Generation Data Centers" The Fonds de recherche du Québec – Nature et technologies (FRQNT) Doctoral (B2X) Research Scholarship (Year: 2020-2022) Graduate Research Enhancement and Travel Award (G.R.E.A.T Award, Year: 2019&2020&2021) The McGill Engineering Doctoral Award (MEDA, Year: 2017-2020) McGill Graduate Excellence Fellowship Award (Year: 2017-2020)

Peking University

Electrical Engineering

2014-9 - 2017-7 · 2 yrs 11 mos

Postgraduate Recommendation (免试保送研究生) First-Class Scholarship at Peking University PKU Special Academic Scholarship 2017

Beijing University of Posts and Telecommunications

Electrical Engineering

2010 - 2014 · 4 yrs

National Scholarship of China 2011 (TOP 1%; Awarded by Ministry of Education of the People's Republic of China); National Scholarship of China 2012 (TOP 1%; Awarded by Ministry of Education of the People's Republic of China); BUPT First-Class Academic Scholarship 2013 (TOP 3%; Awarded by Beijing University of Posts and Telecommunications); Beijing Outstanding Undergraduate 2014 (TOP 0.5%; Awarded by Beijing Municipal People's Government)