University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, MI

Master's in Electrical and Computer Engineering

GPA 3.7

August 2024 - May 2026

Coursework: Computer Architecture, Parallel Computer Architecture, Embedded Systems Research, Embedded Control Systems

University of Texas at Arlington, Arlington, TX

Bachelor's in Computer Engineering

2020 - 2024

GPA 3.9

Coursework: IoT, RTOS, Digital Signal Processing, Digital Logic, Data Structures & Algorithms, EMAC Systems

Honors:

• Embedded Systems Certificate
• Won 2024 IEEE Region 5 Robotics Competition
• Dean's Honors List (every quarter)

Flower Mound High School, Flower Mound, TX

High School Diploma

2014 - 2018

Detachment Commander

Singapore Armed Forces

August 2018 - October 2020

• Ensured operational readiness of the unit through weapon proficiency, jungle terrain navigation, and fitness standards.
• Delivered high-level presentations to the Indonesian Chief of Army during a Singapore–Indonesia bilateral exercise, as well as to senior officers from the Chinese People's Liberation Army.

Honors:

• Received Outstanding Overall Conduct Grade, this grade is given to servicemen who go over and above their call of duty in their day-to-day work performance, and display exemplary attitude, commitment, and impressive personal qualities in their conduct.

Vice President

UTA Triathlon Club

May 2021 - May 2022

• Managed the planning and execution of runs and events
• Made training plans and schedules for club members

Tennis Captain

Flower Mound High School Tennis Team

Fall 2017 + 2018

• Led workouts, interfaced with coaches, and mentored new teammates

Research Associate I

University Of Michigan

Summer 2025

• Designing a secure messaging system leveraging OP-TEE and ARM TrustZone to isolate sensitive operations from the main OS.
• Implementing UWB-based geofencing to enforce location-based access control, ensuring messages can only be decrypted in trusted zones.
• Developing Trusted Applications for secure user input, message rendering, and UWB verification.

Embedded Systems Engineer

Gekot Robotics

January 2025 - Present

• Developing a low-cost Advanced Driver Assistance System (ADAS) for light electric vehicles using mmWave radar.
• Implementing sensor fusion algorithms, including Kalman filters and occupancy grid mapping, to enhance object detection and collision avoidance.
• Writing custom firmware for the TI mmWave sensor to control data acquisition, configure radar parameters, and interface with downstream perception modules.

Embedded Systems Engineer

GoVivid Co.

Dec 2023 - Sept 2024

• Developed a Bluetooth-based head tracker with Xiao nRF52840 and Adafruit BNO08X IMU, including firmware for BLE communication and custom PCB design from prototyping to production
• Designed and built a handheld device housing Raspberry Pi and STM32, integrating camera, microphone, IMU, LiDARs, and sensors with KiCad PCB design and optimized firmware using C, C++, and Python.
• Implemented parallel programming on Raspberry Pi to handle real-time video, audio, and sensor data and streamed this over a local TCP network.
• Optimized and debugged hardware-software systems, ensuring seamless integration, efficient data handling, and manufacturability.

Engineering Intern

Schneider Electric

Summer 2023

• Conducted on‑site assessments of MEP systems to improve energy efficiency and occupant comfort.
• Assisted in designing HVAC and electrical upgrades, including air distribution, chilled water, and power distribution systems.

Tennis Coach

Flower Mound Tennis Camp, Flower Mound, TX

May 2015 - June 2018

• Taught kids tennis fundamentals and sportsmanship
• Organized and led tennis drills and practice sessions