HI, I'M A SOFTWARE ENGINEER
Avery Liu
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EDUCATION

Northeastern University

Seattle, WA | 2023 – 2026

Master in Computer Science, GPA: 4.0 / 4.0

EXPERIENCE

ML Research Assistant

Northeastern University | Seattle, WA | Oct 2025 – Present

  • Implemented Transformer-based deep learning models with attention mechanisms for skin cancer image classification.
  • Designed end-to-end training and inference pipelines for biomedical image analysis through architectural tuning.

Artificial Intelligence Intern

IpserLab LLC | Fort Worth, TX | June 2025 – Sept, 2025

  • Developed an AI agent backend using FastAPI, LangChain, and LangGraph for real-time itinerary generation.
  • Integrated Google Gemini APIs and Ollama to enable secure cloud inference and configurable local execution.
  • Engineered agent orchestration pipelines with session management and schema validation to ensure structured outputs.
  • Built a FastMCP orchestration service to coordinate external APIs, enabling RAG workflows with real-time data.
  • Deployed FastAPI backend on GCP Compute Engine, ensuring consistent structured JSON outputs.
  • Reduced hallucinations and flow errors by 40% and accelerated MVP launch by 25% with local model tuning and inference.

Software Engineer Intern - AI/ML

MiCreate Inc. | Houston, TX | Apr 2025 – June 2025

  • Designed an AI-enabled automation platform on a serverless, event-driven architecture, supporting intelligent workflows.
  • Implemented orchestration pipelines with MLOps and CI/CD, accelerating model retraining and deployment cycles.
  • Engineered intelligent automation services using asynchronous, API-driven architectures, reducing response times by 15%.
  • Built AI-assisted CRM automation on Salesforce using Apex, Flows, and LWC, improving workflow efficiency.
  • Implemented a scalable user interface on Salesforce Experience Cloud, increasing personalized user engagement.
  • Optimized fault-tolerant, parallel data pipelines to support scalable agent inference, improving system throughput by 20%.

Software Engineer Intern - Backend

MiCreate Inc. | Houston, TX | Jan 2025 – Apr 2025

  • Architected a distributed serverless backend system using AWS Lambda and Step Functions, reducing latency by 25%.
  • Implemented a containerized microservices architecture with Docker, enabling scalable backend services.
  • Integrated OAuth 2.0 authentication with Salesforce API and DynamoDB for secure automated data synchronization.
  • Developed RESTful APIs with Node.js for over 30 operational metrics, improving data accuracy by 40%.
  • Built CI/CD pipelines with GitHub Actions and CloudWatch monitoring to support deployments and system observability.
  • Enforced IAM-based access control and token security for secure service-to-service communication.

LEADERSHIP & VOLUNTEER

Vice President, Agents of Social Impact

Northeastern Univeristy | Apr 2025 – Present

Mentor, NU Buddies Program

Northeastern Univeristy | Aug. 2024 – Present

  • Guided mentees in navigating campus resources, adapting to new environments, and developing effective academic and career strategies.
  • Supported mentees in building cross-cultural connections and integrating into the university community.

Program Coordinator & Research Team Leader

ICOMOS International Conservation Center-Xi'an | Nov. 2021 – Nov. 2022

  • Led a team of 19 members to complete a cultural heritage preservation project, focusing on interdisciplinary collaboration in archaeology and conservation.
  • Synthesized into 20 bilingual research reports of 65,000+ words with team members, achieving collation of the resource library of professional academic course videos oriented by International Silk Road academia with 6,000+ reviews.
  • Designed a framework of archaeology e-platform by leveraging government reports.
  • Awards: Outstanding Contribution Award on the World Heritage Volunteer Program- Silk Road.

Student Assistant

Student Employment and Entrepreneurship Guidance Service Center - XJTU | Sept. 2022 – Dec. 2022

  • Assisted in organizing and executing career development events and workshops, enhancing student participation and engagement.
  • Provided administrative support, including scheduling, communication, and resource management for the center.

IO Career Fellow

Student Employment and Entrepreneurship Guidance Service Center - XJTU | Sept. 2020 – Jun. 2021

  • Produced innovative content for the university’s social media channels, increasing engagement by 45%.
  • Provided administrative support, including scheduling, communication, and resource management for the center.
Kubernetes-Native Service Mesh

Kubernetes-Native Service Mesh

This project designs and implements a Kubernetes-native service mesh using Go and gRPC, focusing on scalable traffic management and controlled rollouts. A custom RouteRule CRD and Go-based controller enable dynamic routing and canary deployments.

Envoy sidecar injection is implemented via a mutating webhook to provide transparent service-to-service communication. The system integrates full observability with OpenTelemetry, Prometheus, and Grafana, along with automated performance testing.

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Scalable Microservices-Based CI/CD CLI Platform

Scalable Microservices-Based CI/CD CLI Platform

This project implements a scalable CI/CD system built with Java and Spring Boot microservices, including Backend, Worker, and CLI components. It supports modular workflows and distributed pipeline orchestration through RESTful APIs and RabbitMQ messaging.

Docker-based job execution ensures isolated and scalable workloads, while MinIO is used for artifact storage. An HTTP-based CLI built with Picocli supports YAML validation and persists execution status and metadata in PostgreSQL.

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AI Employment Assessment Tool

AI Employment Assessment Tool

A scalable platform for automated employment document analysis and candidate assessment, leveraging machine learning and modern backend architecture.

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Gesture-Based Musical Notation Editor

Gesture-Based Musical Notation Editor

This project enhances digital music notation by enabling intuitive gesture-based input for musical symbols. Using Java, MVC design, and Swing, it features a Shape Trainer that recognizes and interprets mouse gestures, allowing users to draw and edit musical symbols seamlessly.

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Building Temperature Monitoring System

Building Temperature Monitoring System

This project was designed to align with the United Nations' Sustainable Development Goals (SDG), particularly Goal 13: Climate Action. By creating a system that monitors and processes building temperatures in real-time, it empowers facilities to optimize energy use, reduce carbon footprints, and ensure sustainable practices. The dashboard not only visualizes data but also provides actionable insights for energy efficiency improvements.

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Treasure Hunt Game

Green Guardian Game

Protect forest habitats by uncovering safe zones 🌳 and avoiding lumberjack zones 🪓. With scoring, hints, and difficulty levels, this game offers a fun and strategic challenge for all players.

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Social Media Post App

Social Media Post App

This full-stack project introduces a streamlined social media platform where users can share thoughts and interact with others. With secure authentication and persistent login systems, the app ensures data privacy while delivering a smooth experience. A robust backend supports scalability, while a clean, modern interface keeps users engaged.

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