Smith + Andersen
Junior Electrical Designer
Coordinated with architects and contractors, conducted pricing reviews, site surveys, and designed engineering drawings. Demonstrated strong adaptability in a non-fintech field.
Bachelor of Applied Science in Engineering Science
Major in Robotics Engineering
Minor in Engineering Business
Minor in Artificial Intelligence
I'm a 4th-year Engineering Science student at the University of Toronto , majoring in Robotics Engineering , double minoring in Engineering Business and Artificial Intelligence . While my academic foundation is rooted in robotics, my true passion lies in the intersection of artificial intelligence and finance — fields I aim to bridge through a career in fintech.
I've been a member of project teams like RSX (Robotics for Space Exploration) and AutoToronto , where I gained hands-on experience solving complex, systems-level problems in robotics. Most recently, I completed a co-op at Smith + Andersen , an engineering consulting firm, as a Junior Electrical Designer. Despite having no prior background in building systems, I immersed myself in the field — coordinating directly with architects, contractors, and sales reps, conducting site surveys, producing engineering drawings, and leading pricing reviews. It was a transformative experience that showcased my ability to learn quickly, work cross-functionally, and contribute confidently — even outside my primary domain of interest.
Now, I’m focused on pivoting more directly into the fintech space. My fourth-year thesis, supervised by Professor Roy Kwon , explores the synergy between AI and financial systems. Specifically the thesis will explore machine learning and convex optimization for moving band statistical arbitrage strategies. I'm also pursuing this path academically through courses like APS502 (Financial Engineering), ECE368 (Probabilistic Reasoning), and CSC413 (Neural Networks and Deep Learning).
Outside of school and work, I’m an adventurer at heart. I'm a certified deep-water scuba diver, licensed boater, and sport angler. In February 2025, I traveled to the Galápagos Islands, where I dove with sea turtles, sea lions, and various species of sharks. I’m always exploring new hobbies — this past year, I got into building Gundam models and LEGOs, gardening, fishing, photography, badminton, and golf. I've also been playing the flute for over 10 years, performing with various bands and orchestras—including the Rosebud Orchestra in Brampton during high school. I’m also a passionate foodie who loves cooking for friends and family, researching recipes, and discovering new spots to eat.
Coordinated with architects and contractors, conducted pricing reviews, site surveys, and designed engineering drawings. Demonstrated strong adaptability in a non-fintech field.
This was my first internship in the robotics field, and it gave me a solid introduction to what it’s like working at a startup — fast-moving and full of figuring things out as you go. My main task at Kevares was building a streaming pipeline using Streamlabs, which let us send live camera footage directly to a browser. Near the end of my term, I started planning out a system to automatically detect sidewalk damage from the live feed. I didn’t get to finish it before the internship wrapped up, but the experience got me excited about using robotics and computer vision to solve real-world problems.
I was thrown into code early, and while that was intimidating at first, it ended up being a crash course in learning on the fly and writing software that actually mattered. I also started to see how robotics, AI, and web tech could intersect in unexpected ways — something that continues to shape how I think about my career in fintech and automation.
Pushing carts all day in the heat wasn’t the most glamorous job, but it was real work — tough, physical, and surprisingly rewarding. I learned how to power through long shifts, stay positive even when it was 35°C and humid, thunderstorming or even blizzarding. It truly shifted my perspective and made me appreciate what it means to work hard.
The best part was the team - family that I still keep in touch with to this day. We looked out for each other, especially during the crazy rushes or when the weather turned bad. I made some great friends there, and it showed me how much easier hard work feels when you’re in it together.
My first job taught me the fundamentals of customer service and working in a fast-paced environment. I learned how to multitask effectively while maintaining quality, whether I was taking orders, making drinks, or preparing food during busy rushes.
Working in a small team environment taught me how important communication and reliability are. I gained experience handling cash, managing inventory, and maintaining food safety standards — skills that built a strong foundation for my work ethic.
My capstone thesis project, supervised by Professor Roy Kwon, explores the intersection of artificial intelligence and financial systems. The project focuses on developing machine learning algorithms to optimize portfolio allocation and risk management strategies.
This work combines my interests in robotics engineering with financial technology, using neural networks and probabilistic reasoning to create more efficient investment strategies. The project represents my pivot toward fintech and demonstrates practical applications of AI in finance.
Designed and built this responsive personal website from scratch using modern web technologies. The site features smooth animations, interactive card components, and a clean, professional design that showcases my background and projects.
Implemented advanced CSS animations, JavaScript interactivity, and responsive design principles. The project demonstrates my ability to create polished user experiences and attention to detail in front-end development.