John Liu
About John Liu
John Liu is an Embedded Systems Engineering Intern with experience in software development and a strong background in embedded systems. He has worked with various companies, including Mavennet, Intel Corporation, and TimeSaved, and has a Bachelor of Applied Science in Computer Engineering from the University of Waterloo.
Work at iCueMotion
John Liu has been serving as an Embedded Systems Engineering Intern at iCueMotion since 2020. His role involves working on various projects that leverage his skills in embedded systems. He utilizes tools such as Linux, Docker, and GitHub, along with CI/CD practices using Travis CI and GitHub actions, to support ongoing development efforts.
Education and Expertise
John Liu studied Computer Engineering at the University of Waterloo, where he earned a Bachelor of Applied Science (BASc) from 2018 to 2023. His academic background provides a strong foundation in embedded systems and software engineering. He is proficient in programming languages such as C and Python, and has experience with frameworks like Flask for web development.
Background
Prior to his current position, John Liu gained valuable experience through several internships. He worked at Mavennet, Intel Corporation, and TimeSaved as a Software Engineering Intern in 2019 and 2021. These roles involved developing low-level embedded software and optimizing portable devices for performance and power consumption.
Technical Skills
John Liu is familiar with a range of technical tools and methodologies. He has experience with embedded software development, particularly for the NRF52 microcontroller, where he implemented Bluetooth Low Energy communication. Additionally, he explores artificial intelligence and natural language processing using Python, Keras, scikit-learn, and spaCy.
Projects and Initiatives
In his personal projects, John Liu is building a web server using Flask, demonstrating his initiative in applying his programming skills outside of formal employment. He has also optimized embedded systems by architecting reliable solutions that balance power consumption and performance.