Ran Cao is a Machine Learning Researcher currently working at HoYoverse, specializing in reinforcement learning and neural rendering within the Console Engine Team since September 2023. Prior to this, Ran held multiple roles at Riot Games from March 2017 to August 2023, including Staff Research Scientist and Staff Data Scientist, focusing on generative AI for 3D animation, distributed deep reinforcement learning, and deep learning applications. Additional experience includes serving as a Senior Data Scientist and Data Scientist on the League of Legends and Teamfight Tactics projects, with expertise in competitive system/event design and player profiling. Ran's career began at i360, llc as a Data Scientist from September 2013 to February 2017. Ran earned a degree from Michigan State University between 2011 and 2013.