Felix Wong
About Felix Wong
Felix Wong is a Software Engineer R&D Intern with a background in Mechatronics Engineering from the University of Waterloo. He has experience in embedded software, computer vision, and robotics, having interned at various technology companies.
Current Role at Lumafield
Felix Wong is currently employed as a Software Engineer R&D Intern at Lumafield, a position he has held since 2022. He works in San Francisco, California, where he contributes to research and development efforts within the organization. His role involves applying his technical skills to support various projects related to software engineering.
Education and Expertise
Felix Wong studied Mechatronics Engineering at the University of Waterloo from 2018 to 2023, earning his undergraduate degree. He also completed his secondary education at Sir Robert Borden High School from 2014 to 2018. His academic background provides a strong foundation in robotics, embedded systems, and computer vision software.
Previous Work Experience
Felix Wong has accumulated diverse experience through multiple internships. He worked as a Software Engineer Intern at Cepton in 2020 and 2021, where he developed algorithms for LiDAR point data. He also served as an Embedded Software Developer Intern at Nuvation Energy and as a Data Science Intern at Raven Telemetry Inc. in 2019. Additionally, he was a Software Developer at Ciena for three months in 2019.
Technical Skills
Felix Wong possesses proficiency in programming languages such as C++ and Python. He has experience working in Linux development environments. His technical expertise includes embedded software development and computer vision, with a focus on applications in robotics, autonomous vehicles, and advanced driver-assistance systems (ADAS).
Involvement in Robotics
Felix Wong was a member of the University of Waterloo Robotics Design Team, serving as a Firmware Engineer from 2020 to 2021. In this role, he contributed to the development of firmware for robotic systems, enhancing his practical experience in the field of robotics and embedded systems.