Nicholas Chen
Nicholas Chen

Throwback to a picture of me on the last day of highschool

Some of the Cool Things I've Done

Work Experience

Software Engineer Intern

Jan 2025 - April 2025

Ownr - RBCx

Working on full-stack web development, implementing new features, and improving existing functionality. Collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality software solutions.

Technical Skills:

ReactTypeScriptNode.jsDockerAWSKubernetesNestJSRedisRabbitMQJestREST APIsPostgreSQLGitHeliosCI/CD

Innovation Developer Intern

Jul 2024 - Aug 2024

Royal Bank of Canada

Developed a machine learning model using python to predict monthly sign-in volumes, improving resource allocation and reducing support team work times.

Technical Skills:

PythonMachine LearningData AnalysisPandasNumpyMatplotlib

UX Design Intern

Mar 2023 - Aug 2023

Meta Hash Capital

Worked on blockchain and cryptocurrency projects, developing solutions through designing wireframes, prototypes, and high-fidelity mockups using Figma and Adobe Creative Suite.

Technical Skills:

FigmaAdobe XDWireframingPrototypingUser ResearchUI/UX DesignAdobe PhotoshopAdobe Illustrator

Education

Systems Design Engineering

2024 - 2029

University of Waterloo

Focusing on interdisciplinary engineering with specialization in software systems and human-centered design.

Relevant Courses:
  • Introduction to Design
  • Digital Computation
  • Elementary Engineering Math
  • Visual Communications
  • Calculus 1
  • Physics: Statics
  • Communications
Academic Skills:
Engineering DesignCalculusEngineering MathC++Technical WritingSOLIDWORKSProblem AnalysisStatics
Projects:
  • Designed and built a small-scale installation to allow people to see the different constellations at different viewpoints while also being eco-friendly and sustainable.
  • Designed using SOLIDWORKS printed a 3D model of a bear.
  • Created a library management system using C++.

Community Involvement

University of Waterloo Alternative Fuels Team

Sept 2024 - Dec 2024

Software Engineer

Worked on designing and implementing software systems for our alternative fuel vehicle.

Technical Skills:

Circuit DesignPCB LayoutMicrocontroller ProgrammingCAD Modeling3D PrintingMechanical Assembly

Awards & Achievements

Second Place - UTRA Hacks

Feb 2025

University of Toronto

Placed second with a team of four people to develop an innovative solution for helping people with bad posture.

Project: Fernando - Posture Correction Robot

OpenCVMachine LearningHardware IntegrationRapid PrototypingTerraformNextJS

Engineering Entrance Scholarship

Apr 2024

University of Waterloo

Awarded a $5000 merit-based scholarship for academic achievement and leadership potential.

Qualification Criteria:

95%+ High School Average