EDUCATION

• University of Southern California (Aug 2025 - Expected Graduation: May 2027)
  • Master of Science in Computer Science
  • Coursework: Database Systems, Analysis of Algorithms
• JEONBUK NATIONAL UNIVERSITY (Mar 2011 - Feb 2018)
  • Bachelor of Sceince in Eletronic Engineering
  • Major: Convergence in Information Technology Engineering
  • Total GPA: 4.07 / 4.5 (3.75 / 4.0)
  • Class Rank at Graduation: 2 / 70

PATENTS

• PCT/KR2023/007113 (Jan 2024 Published)

  Electronic device and method for compiling packages on basis of order obtained by interaction

• PCT/KR2023/008878 (Feb 2024 Published)

  Electronic device for compiling files on basis of designated events, and method thereof

• PCT/KR2023/013043 (April 2024 Published)

  Electronic device for obtaining information used to compile application, and method thereof

AWARDS

• Academic Scholarship (Merit-based), Jeonbuk National University (2011 - 2016)

EXPERIENCE

• Samsung Electronics Software Engineer (Sep 2020 - Current)
  • Engineered performance improvements in Android Runtime (ART) and compilation pipeline, reducing app launch times by 15% through prelaunch execution, prioritized compilation, and artifact recovery.
  • Developed automated boot performance tracing and regression testing infrastructure, leveraging systrace to capture process-level (PID) activity and identify bottlenecks across OS versions and device models.
  • Automated Android Runtime and boot-time testing with Python and shell scripts to collect multi-run averages and improve result reliability, enabling faster root-cause analysis in performance investigations.
  • Enhanced Android system stability by extending monitoring mechanisms and analyzing inter-process communication usage, preventing stalls and ensuring responsiveness of critical services.
  • Collaborated with Google Android and Qualcomm engineers to reproduce and diagnose OS-level issues across Pixel and Galaxy devices, driving upstream fixes and accelerating integration into Samsung products.
• Continental Automotive Electronics Software Engineer (Jan 2018 - July 2020)
  • Developed real-time in-vehicle communication systems using Ethernet-based digital dashboards for Hyundai vehicles, ensuring low-latency and robust performance.
  • Integrated software modules on ARM-based cores within an AUTOSAR RTOS, handling scheduling, process priorities, and debugging with hardware tools.
  • Collaborated with global R&D teams (Singapore, Germany) using CI pipelines, hardware-in-the-loop validation, and real-world testing.
• HappyTel Technician (Jul 2016 - May 2017)
  • Provided repair services for Samsung Galaxy, Apple iPhone, and iPad devices while managing accessory sales.
  • Enhanced understanding of mobile technology through hands-on experience with internal components and configurations.
  • Developed strong customer communication and networking skills while working in branches across Australia.
• Externship at Samsung Software Membership Samsung Software Membership crew (Jun 2014 - Jun 2016)
  • Collaborated on semester projects with 4-5 peers, involving identifying project subjects, conducting research, developing software, and presenting final products to Samsung developers.
  • (Co-op) Earned academic credits (6 units) during summer vacation for hands-on project work, enhancing practical knowledge and skills.
  • Acquired state-of-the-art devices, funding, seminars, and specialized education in software development by Samsung Electronics.
  • Received incentives based on the evaluation of project quality by Samsung developers.

ACADEMIC ACTIVITIES

• [Capstone project] (Mar 2016 - Jun 2016)
  • Frequency-based recycling assistant: Led a team to develop a system using Raspberry Pi for frequency analysis, classifying glass, cans, and plastic with FFT sound analysis and sorting.
• [Samsung Software Membership projects] (Jul 2014 - Jul 2016)
  • Wireless USB Adapter for Wired Devices: Worked on making wired keyboards and mice wireless using Bluetooth and a USB adapter, implementing key setting interfaces and a virtual keyboard-mouse.
  • Web and Native App communication program: Collaborated on developing a real-time text editing application with cross-platform support (Windows WPF, Mac OSX, iPhone, Android), allowing users to connect to a room via beacons.
  • Gesture-Based Control: Collaborated on developing a system to execute actions using finger snaps, designing the hardware, and implementing Bluetooth communication.
  • Automated Laundry Management System: Collaborated on developing an IoT platform for unmanned laundromats, integrating Arduino with bill and fingerprint recognition, and Bluetooth communication.
• [Self-directed project] (Nov 2013 - Feb 2014)
  • Self-Balancing Two-Wheel Robot: Developed a two-wheeled balancing robot using sensors and a complementary filter to maintain stability.

COMPUTER SKILLS

• Languages: Python, C++, C, Java, Rust, HTML, SQL, JavaScript.
• Systems & Frameworks: Linux, Android internals (ART, IPC, Init, APEX), Embedded RTOS (AUTOSAR).
• Collaboration & Tools: Vim, Git, Perforce, Sourcetree, Jira, MATLAB, TRACE32, GDB, LLDB, Systrace, Memory Analyzer Tool(Eclipse), systrace, dumpstate, bugreport, logcat, Docker, Jenkins.
• Training & Certifications: Samsung AI/ML training (PyTorch, Pandas, NumPy) and Data Science certification.
• Automation: Python & Shell scripting for test pipelines (Android Runtime / boot-time regression tests).