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Computer Engineering @ NTU | Backend + Systems | Quant Research

Hi, I'm Jared

Computer Engineering @ NTU • Singapore

I build production-style web apps and backend services—APIs, databases, caching, job queues, and automation—and I enjoy performance engineering (parallelism, profiling) and quantitative research.

About Me

My Story

I'm pursuing a B.Eng. in Computer Engineering at Nanyang Technological University (NTU) (First Class Honours).

I build reliable systems end-to-end—from backend services and databases to accessible UI—with a focus on correctness, performance, and automation.

Recently: queue-backed APIs, data ingestion/scraping, and parallel traffic simulation (OpenMP).

What I Do

Software Engineering: backend and full-stack development with strong emphasis on code quality, validation, testing, and maintainability.

Quant/Finance: quantitative analysis of market data, financial modeling, and building tools that automate data collection, monitoring, and evaluation.

Roles I'm Targeting

Software Engineering Internship

  • Backend / full-stack: APIs, databases, caching, async jobs, automation
  • Comfortable across TypeScript/Node, SQL/Postgres, and modern React/Next.js
  • Strong focus on readability, testing, and performance basics

Quant Finance Internship

  • Quant trading / research: data-driven experimentation and rigorous evaluation
  • Interested in time-series, optimization, and simulation/backtesting
  • Strong Python + solid low-level fundamentals (C/C++)

Highlights

Automation & Data

  • RPA automation delivering 300+ hours/year time savings
  • Dashboarding and reporting using SQL + Tableau + Excel/Power Query

Systems & Cloud

  • Hands-on with AWS, Google Cloud, and Alibaba Cloud for deploying personal projects
  • Comfortable with provisioning, monitoring, and performance/ROI evaluation

Markets Interest

  • Quantitative analysis of market data and financial modeling
  • Built personal tools for real-time cryptocurrency tracking (interest-led)

Software Engineering Skills

JavaPythonCC++JavaScriptTypeScriptARM AssemblyVisual BasicReactNext.jsNode.jsExpress.jsHTMLCSSPostgreSQLPrismaRedisSQLTailwind CSSAWSGoogle CloudAlibaba CloudGitDBeaverBlue Prism (RPA)REST APIsTelegram Bot APIBeautifulSoupSwaggerSTM32Embedded SystemsLinuxOpenMPSlurmProfiling (perf)ConcurrencyBullMQZodCheerioAxiosVitestZustand

Other Technical Skills

TableauExcelPower QueryCATIAAutoCADInventorFinancial ModelingData AnalysisMarket Analysis

Projects

Here are some of my recent projects that showcase my skills and experience.

Experience

E.SUN Commercial Bank, Singapore

E.SUN Commercial Bank, Singapore

IT Intern

Jun 2025 – Jul 2025

  • Provided end-user IT support and handled technical requests, improving response time and user satisfaction.
  • Built SQL queries and Tableau dashboards to extract, clean, and visualize customer data for decision-making.
  • Supported infrastructure upgrades and cybersecurity patching across office systems.
  • Coordinated bilingual communication with headquarters in Traditional Chinese for cross-border collaboration.
Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS), Singapore

Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS), Singapore

Technology Group Assistant

Jan 2024 – Jun 2024

  • Implemented an RPA workflow that saved 300+ hours annually.
  • Produced CAPEX/OPEX financial reports using Power Query and Excel, streamlining recurring reporting.
  • Created meeting minutes and engineering documentation to improve traceability.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to improve reporting transparency and automation standards.
ST Engineering Aerospace, Singapore

ST Engineering Aerospace, Singapore

Engineering Assistant

Feb 2021 – Feb 2022

  • Supported technical drawing, design calculations, and field inspection for aircraft maintenance engineering.
  • Converted and managed 200+ 3D part models/drawings as part of a digitization initiative.
  • Assisted with documentation and regulatory compliance workflows.

Education

Nanyang Technological University (NTU), Singapore

Nanyang Technological University (NTU), Singapore

B.Eng. Computer Engineering (In Progress)

Aug 2024 – Dec 2027

  • First Class Honors
National University of Singapore (NUS), Singapore

National University of Singapore (NUS), Singapore

Exchange Student (AY2025/26 Semester 2)

Jan 2026 – May 2026

  • Modules taken:
  • CS3210 Parallel Computing
  • CS3243 Introduction to Artificial Intelligence
  • CS3245 Information Retrieval
  • IS4302 Blockchain and Distributed Ledger Technologies
  • CS4246 AI Planning and Decision Making
Singapore Polytechnic, Singapore

Singapore Polytechnic, Singapore

Diploma in Aeronautical Engineering

Apr 2019 – May 2022

  • CGPA of 3.799 on a scale of 4.0
  • Awarded Diploma with merit
  • Dean's List Academic Year 20/21 awarded to top 10% of cohort
  • Dean's List Academic Year 19/20 awarded to top 10% of cohort
  • Awarded Book Prize in CATIA
  • Member of MAE Mentoring Program for Academic Year 19/20 - 20/21
  • Member of SP Outstanding Talent Programme

Licenses & Certifications

Building Cloud Computing Solutions at Scale

Duke University

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Issued Jul 2025Credential ID HB393FSA9LNW

Cloud Computing Foundations

Duke University

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Issued Jul 2025Credential ID Z33WRUBB9QZZ

Cloud Data Engineering

Duke University

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Issued Jul 2025Credential ID UF4ZKECEOGEU

Cloud Machine Learning Engineering and MLOps

Duke University

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Issued Jul 2025Credential ID W05442KQP8KM

Cloud Virtualization, Containers and APIs

Duke University

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Issued Jul 2025Credential ID KLLM7TGMY7E8

Data Visualization in Excel

Macquarie University

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Issued Jul 2025Credential ID DQ1S2F0NLWT5

Excel Fundamentals for Data Analysis

Macquarie University

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Issued Jul 2025Credential ID PTY7UX3ENPF3

Excel Power Tools for Data Analysis

Macquarie University

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Issued Jul 2025Credential ID 77FPWBCXZT7S

Excel Skills for Data Analytics and Visualization Specialization

Macquarie University

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Issued Jul 2025Credential ID 9SY3KSD5L2AJ

Financial Markets

Yale University

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Issued Jul 2025Credential ID 5LI3DLL0LLKA

Communicate and Relate Effectively at the Workplace-1

Army Logistics Training Institute

Issued Jul 2022

Work in a Team-1

Army Logistics Training Institute

Issued Jul 2022

Apply Emotional Competence to Manage Self and Team at the Workplace

Singapore Polytechnic

Issued Mar 2022

Apply Emotional Competence to Manage Self at the Workplace

Singapore Polytechnic

Issued Aug 2019

Develop Personal Effectiveness at Operations Level

Singapore Polytechnic

Issued Aug 2019

Interests and Hobbies

Beyond coding, here are some things that inspire and energize me.

Financial Modeling

Building sophisticated financial models to analyze market trends, investment opportunities, and business valuations.

Golf

Enjoying the challenge and tranquility of the game, constantly working to improve my swing and strategy.

Bowling

Perfecting technique and enjoying the competitive spirit of knocking down pins with friends.

Travel

Exploring new destinations, experiencing diverse cultures, and creating unforgettable memories around the world.

Contact Me

I'm actively looking for Software Engineering and Quant Finance internships. If you think I could be a fit, I'd love to connect.

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