Monica Tu
Data science and career coach, Staff Machine Learning Engineer
| Hourly rate range | $70 to $150 an hour |
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| Credentials | Master of Information System Management, Business Intelligence and Data Analytics, Carnegie Mellon University; Bachelor's degree in Information Management and Information System, Nanjing University; Double degree in Accounting and Financial Management |
Monica Tu is a data science and career coach. She is a Staff Machine Learning Engineer who has worked in the field since February 2018. She led key GenAI projects and launched LinkedIn's first GPT powered virtual chat agent. She also sits on her company's interview committee and its new hire training committee. She holds a master's degree from Carnegie Mellon University and worked as a data science intern at Autodesk.
What Monica helps with
Monica coaches on data science and career topics, drawing on her work in machine learning and hiring.
- Breaking into data science roles
- Preparing for tech interviews
- Understanding what interview committees look for
- Building a career in machine learning
- Learning how GenAI projects are led
Background and qualifications
Monica is a Staff Machine Learning Engineer and has held the role since February 2018. She is the tech lead on key GenAI initiatives and launched LinkedIn's first GPT powered virtual chat agent. She serves on a new hire training committee and an interview committee. Earlier, she was a data science intern at Autodesk in 2017 and a consulting intern at Frost & Sullivan from 2015 to 2016. She earned a master's degree in Information System Management, Business Intelligence and Data Analytics from Carnegie Mellon University, graduating with highest distinction. Her bachelor's degree is from Nanjing University. She received offers from Lyft, Affirm and IBM.
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Monica Tu reviews
Monica Tu has a 5.0 out of 5 rating from 4 reviews on Leland, as of September 2026.
The CoachVouch take
She sits on an interview committee and leads GenAI work as a Staff Machine Learning Engineer.
Best for people who want to work in data science or machine learning and want guidance from someone who helps hire and train new staff.
Common questions
How much does Monica Tu charge?
Coaching with Monica runs $70 to $150 an hour. Message Monica from this page for an exact quote.
What does Monica Tu help with?
Monica Tu helps with breaking into data science roles, preparing for tech interviews, understanding what interview committees look for and building a career in machine learning.
Does Monica Tu have reviews?
Monica Tu has a 5.0 out of 5 rating from 4 reviews on Leland, as of September 2026.
Is Monica Tu certified?
Monica Tu lists: Master of Information System Management, Business Intelligence and Data Analytics, Carnegie Mellon University; Bachelor's degree in Information Management and Information System, Nanjing University; Double degree in Accounting and Financial Management.
How do I contact Monica Tu?
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