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LOY XING KAI

Singapore

Summary

Enthusiastic final-year Computer Engineering student at the Singapore Institute of Technology, proficient in both hardware and software development. Experienced in data engineering, automation, and semiconductor testing, with hands-on expertise in Python scripting, data extraction, and debugging. Optimized a data processing pipeline during my internship at Advanced Micro Devices (AMD), improving semiconductor data workflows. Familiar with ROS2 (Robot Operating System 2) and YOLOv11 for computer vision through my ongoing final-year project, which focuses on integrating AI-driven object detection with robotics. A valued team player with strong technical communication skills, passionate about continuous learning, staying updated on emerging technologies, and leveraging AI, automation, and embedded systems to drive innovation in computer engineering and robotics.


Overview

8
8
years of professional experience
2030
2030
years of post-secondary education
2
2
Languages

Work History

New Product Intern

Advanced Micro Devices
05.2024 - 12.2024

During my internship in the Data Centre Group of AMD, I rebuilt and optimized a Qualification Data Extraction Project, implementing Python-based automation for data extraction, cleaning, and transformation. I developed and debugged scripts to ensure compatibility with networked storage systems, improving data accuracy and performance. My work enhanced semiconductor testing workflows, enabling efficient KDF file parsing and Excel report generation. Additionally, I prepared technical documentation for knowledge transfer and presented project insights at the IWSP Poster Presentation. This experience strengthened my expertise in data engineering, automation, debugging, and scalable software solutions within the semiconductor industry.

Gym Assistant

Anytime Fitness
05.2023 - 09.2023
  • As an enthusiastic Gym Staff member at Anytime Fitness, I maintained a clean and safe workout environment, offered excellent customer service, and assisted members with equipment usage
  • Actively engaging with members, monitoring facility access, and supporting fitness programs were integral parts of my role

Commanding Officer's Personal Assistant

National Service (9th Army Maintenance Battalion)
09.2020 - 07.2022
  • During my time in national service, I was my commanding officer's personal assistant, in charge of maintaining his schedule and his appointments with other servicemen
  • In addition to that, my secondary role as an awards clerk saw me arranging various award presentation ceremonies
  • These ceremonies often require me to liaise with many different servicemen to set up the awards presentation ceremonies

Application Testing Intern

Aleta Planet
08.2020 - 09.2020
  • As an application testing intern in Aleta Planet, I conducted comprehensive testing of an application, working closely with the application development team in Shen Zhen to identify and address any bugs
  • This collaborative effort ensured the application's smooth functionality and enhanced user experience

Barista

Starbucks
03.2017 - 04.2017
  • During my short stint at Starbucks Coffee as a Barista, I was tasked with responsibilities from beverages preparation to direct customers facing activities like collecting orders, delivering orders and being a cashier
  • I was selected to represent my store to participate in a Singapore Island-wide focus group discussion to share different experiences and provide recommendations for customer relationship improvement
  • The learning at Starbucks had been intense and the direct customer facing tasks allowed me to experience the many different facets of human interaction

Assistant

Oneberry Technology Pte Ltd
12.2016 - 03.2017
  • I was involved in a government project for the Singapore Police Force for the setting up of surveillance cameras across Singapore
  • My first task was to assemble and test all the associated routers to ensure proper functioning before integrating them into the system for the final system integration test
  • Being involved in such a large scale project with multi-interfaces allowed me to learn that having great interpersonal and communication skills is at times equally important, if not more important, than having great technical skills, in getting things achieved

Education

Degree - Computer Engineering

Singapore Institute of Technology

Diploma - Engineering Science

Ngee Ann Polytechnic
04.2017 - 04.2020

Cambridge 'O' Level Certificate - undefined

Maris Stella High School
01.2013 - 12.2016

Skills

  • Python
  • Robot Operating Systems
  • SQL
  • Familiarity with computer vision
  • C
  • PowerBI
  • Machine Learning
  • Excel
  • MATLAB
  • Ability to Work Under Pressure
  • Ability to Work in a Team
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • Problem Solving and analytical thinking
  • Ability to present ideas clearly and thoroughly
  • Public speaking

Extra-Curricular Activities

From 2017 to 2021, I actively competed in national-level dragon boat competitions, earning a bronze medal at the Singapore Regatta 2019 and the POL-ITE Games 2018. I was selected for the Singapore National Dragonboat Youth Team (U23) in 2020, where I trained at an elite level. As a member of the Ngee Ann Polytechnic Dragonboat Club and Tampines North Community Sports Club, I participated in major events such as the Singapore Dragonboat Festival and Singapore River Regatta, while also contributing to team leadership, competition preparation, and large-scale event planning, including training camps and annual general meetings.

Timeline

New Product Intern

Advanced Micro Devices
05.2024 - 12.2024

Gym Assistant

Anytime Fitness
05.2023 - 09.2023

Commanding Officer's Personal Assistant

National Service (9th Army Maintenance Battalion)
09.2020 - 07.2022

Application Testing Intern

Aleta Planet
08.2020 - 09.2020

Diploma - Engineering Science

Ngee Ann Polytechnic
04.2017 - 04.2020

Barista

Starbucks
03.2017 - 04.2017

Assistant

Oneberry Technology Pte Ltd
12.2016 - 03.2017

Cambridge 'O' Level Certificate - undefined

Maris Stella High School
01.2013 - 12.2016

Degree - Computer Engineering

Singapore Institute of Technology
LOY XING KAI