Patrick Yu
About Patrick Yu
Patrick Yu is a Senior Software Engineer at Polarr, where he has worked since 2019. He has expertise in developing universal link systems, refactoring payment platforms, and ensuring backend reliability across global regions.
Work at Polarr
Patrick Yu has been employed at Polarr since 2019, holding the position of Senior Software Engineer and Software Alchemist. In this role, he has contributed to the development and optimization of software solutions. His work includes refactoring payment platform integrations into an event-driven system, which centralized payment management across various channels such as Apple, Google, and Microsoft. This initiative has enhanced the efficiency and reliability of payment processes within the organization.
Education and Expertise
Patrick Yu studied at The University of Queensland, where he earned two degrees: a Bachelor of Science in Computer Science and a Bachelor of Engineering in Electrical and Electronics Engineering, both completed between 2012 and 2016. Prior to this, he attended the Queensland Academy for Science Mathematics and Technology from 2009 to 2011. His educational background provides a strong foundation in both software engineering and engineering principles, equipping him with the skills necessary for his professional roles.
Background in Software Engineering
Prior to joining Polarr, Patrick Yu gained experience at Boeing Training & Flight Services Australia Pty Ltd. as a Graduate Software Engineer from 2017 to 2018, and at Boeing Research & Technology as a Software Engineer and Researcher from 2018 to 2019. During his tenure at Boeing, he ensured backend reliability with a 99.9% uptime across multiple global regions, including China. He also led the migration from legacy systems to new backend architectures, which included database migration and API design.
Technical Achievements
Patrick Yu has developed a universal links system for both iOS and Android applications, facilitating seamless interactions between web links and apps. He has also architected systems for real-time messaging, notifications, and search, drawing inspiration from platforms like Discord and Slack. Additionally, he implemented a data analytics platform based on Snowplow, resulting in significant cost savings by transitioning from Amplitude, demonstrating his capability in optimizing systems for performance and cost-efficiency.