Hi, I'm Zeyu Li

CS Master’s Student | Backend • Distributed Systems • Cloud

Java
Python
C++
Docker
AWS
Databases
Message Queues
REST APIs
Contact Info
📍Vancouver, BC, Canada
📧zeyujames@outlook.com
🌐English, Mandarin
Professional Summary

I'm a Computer Science Master’s student with a strong focus on backend engineering and distributed systems. I have built high-concurrency applications using Java Spring Boot and Go Gin, and gained hands-on experience with cloud-native technologies, CQRS architecture, and performance optimization leveraging AWS, Redis, Kafka, RabbitMQ, and containerization. Prior to transitioning into software development, I worked as an International Logistics Coordinator, where I developed strong problem-solving and communication skills under high-pressure environments.

Career Timeline
2023 - Present
M.S. Computer Science
Northeastern University
2022 - 2023
International Logistics Coordinator - Full time
Aura Home, Inc.
2020 - 2021
M.S. Supply Chain Analytics
Rutgers University
2016 - 2020
B.A. Economics
Purdue University

Projects

High-Concurrency CQRS Ticketing Platform

A distributed flash sale ticketing platform designed to handle over 10,000 concurrent users with no overselling or double booking. Built with Java Spring Boot microservices, Redis Lua scripting, Spring Cloud Stream (Kafka Binder), and MySQL under a CQRS architecture, sustaining 6,200 RPS in JMeter stress tests.

Automated Knowledge Graph Generation Pipeline on HPC

A containerized HPC pipeline that orchestrates PDF-to-knowledge-graph generation with Apptainer, gRPC, and reverse SSH tunneling, validated through LocalStack and Kubernetes for future cloud migration.

High-Performance Distributed Albums Storage Service

A high-performance distributed album storage service benchmarked across Spring Boot and Go Gin with SQL/NoSQL backends, featuring RabbitMQ decoupling, AWS Auto Scaling, and Load Balancer–driven scalability under 600K+ concurrent requests.

AI-Generated Modern Portfolio Website

Responsive portfolio platform built with Next.js 14, TypeScript, and Tailwind CSS featuring dark mode and component-based architecture

Blog

Compare MySQL and MongoDB

2025-08-23
DatabaseTools

A comparative note on MySQL and MongoDB, covering their differences, use cases, strengths, and weaknesses.

Message queue and Apache Kafka (KRaft) Notes and Understanding

2025-05-01
Distributed SystemsTools

Deep understanding of message queue and Apache Kafka core concepts, with detailed analysis of KRaft mode.

LSM-Tree Notes and Understanding

2025-03-01
Data StructuresDatabase

Principles and implementation details of Log-Structured Merge Tree, the core data structure of modern storage systems.

Book Note: Network File System (NFSv2)

2025-01-01
Operating Systems

Comprehensive study notes on Sun's Network File System, covering stateless protocol design, crash recovery, and client-s...

Understanding of signalfd(), pidfd() and userfaultfd()

2024-11-01
Operating Systems

Deep understanding of advanced file descriptor mechanisms in Linux system calls.

Experience & Education

Work Experience

Aura Home, Inc.

Logistics Coordinator

New York City, NY | Feb 2022 - July 2023

Coordinated multi-regional logistics operations managing 170+ containers with 740,000+ units across the U.S., Canada, U.K., and Europe, utilizing Excel analytics and automated tracking systems for on-time delivery.

Implemented data-driven inventory classification using Excel pivot tables and SQL queries to analyze returned units, optimizing space allocation and reducing storage costs by 15%.

Optimized warehouse operations by coordinating data flows between 4 different 3PL WMS systems and NetSuite ERP, improving inventory accuracy and reducing processing discrepancies by 5%.

Key Skills:

Excel AnalyticsSQL QueriesNetSuite ERP
Education

Northeastern University

Master of Science (M.S.) in Computer Science

Vancouver, BC | September 2023 - January 2026

Key Coursework:

AlgorithmsDatabase Management SystemsComputer SystemsScalable Distributed Systems

Rutgers University

Master of Science (M.S.) in Supply Chain Analytics

New Brunswick, NJ | September 2020 - September 2021

Key Coursework:

Business Intelligence for Supply Chain and MarketingData Analysis and Decision MakingGlobal Procurement and Supply ManagementLean Six Sigma

Purdue University

Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) in Economics

West Lafayette, IN | August 2016 - May 2020

Get in Touch

Please feel free to reach out. I'm always open to new opportunities and collaborations!