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

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.

High-Concurrency CQRS Ticketing Platform

Built a high-concurrency ticketing system with Redis Lua atomic operations and CQRS (MySQL + DynamoDB), sustaining 1,000+ simultaneous seat reservations without race conditions and achieving 6,192 RPS under stress tests.

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!