Hi I'm Lucas
developer & model
About Me
I'm a passionate Computer Science student at the University of Washington with a deep love for problem-solving and innovation. My journey in tech has led me to explore various aspects of software development, from full-stack web applications to cloud computing and AI integration.
With experience at BlackRock and Microsoft, I thrive on turning complex challenges into elegant solutions, and I'm constantly learning new technologies to stay at the forefront of the ever-evolving tech landscape. Currently pursuing my Bachelor of Arts in Computer Science with a Minor in Data Science.
Interests
Sports: Volleyball, Soccer, and F1
TV Shows: Anime and Reality TV
Music: EDM, Jazz, Reggaeton/Latin Music
Professional Experience
BlackRock
Software Engineer Analyst Intern
Jun. 2025 - Aug. 2025 | Seattle, WA
• Developed backend microservices and REST APIs in Java, improving system reliability and reducing risk
• Built backend systems using Java, Protobuf, and distributed architecture, improving performance
• Refactored legacy components, improving scalability and delivering projected 500K in annual savings
• Attained advanced proficiency in Aladdin platform, contributing to data enhancements and client support
• Built backend systems using Java, Protobuf, and distributed architecture, improving performance
• Refactored legacy components, improving scalability and delivering projected 500K in annual savings
• Attained advanced proficiency in Aladdin platform, contributing to data enhancements and client support
Microsoft
New Technologist Intern - Software Engineer
Jun. 2024 - Aug. 2024 | Redmond, WA
• Built a cultural learning app with React, Python, and Azure, integrating SQL/NoSQL and Azure OpenAI
• Integrated Azure APIs and ML personalization via OpenAI Services to enhance user engagement metrics
• Collaborated in agile team to design, implement, and deploy full product lifecycle within 7 weeks
• Presented technical architecture to 100+ stakeholders, demonstrating cross-audience communication
• Integrated Azure APIs and ML personalization via OpenAI Services to enhance user engagement metrics
• Collaborated in agile team to design, implement, and deploy full product lifecycle within 7 weeks
• Presented technical architecture to 100+ stakeholders, demonstrating cross-audience communication
University of Washington
Lead Undergraduate Teaching Assistant
Jan. 2025 - Current | Seattle, WA
• Partnered with instructors to integrate new tools and automation, improving efficiency and quality
• Managed grading for 500+ students, implementing data-driven processes for consistency across teams
• Led 30+ TAs, applying distributed systems thinking to streamline workflows and maintain consistency
• Managed grading for 500+ students, implementing data-driven processes for consistency across teams
• Led 30+ TAs, applying distributed systems thinking to streamline workflows and maintain consistency
University of Washington
Undergraduate Teaching Assistant
Aug. 2023 - Dec. 2024 | Seattle, WA
• Led weekly Java labs teaching data structures, algorithms, and system design to 50+ students
• Achieved 4.87/5 student rating across 6 quarters, recognized for mentorship and communication
• Designed assignments emphasizing algorithmic efficiency, debugging, and software engineering practices
• Achieved 4.87/5 student rating across 6 quarters, recognized for mentorship and communication
• Designed assignments emphasizing algorithmic efficiency, debugging, and software engineering practices
Featured Projects
Personal Finance Tracking Application
• Built finance tracker with React, Django, and AWS, implementing APIs reducing budgeting time by 85%
• Deployed to AWS with Docker and Kubernetes, applying CI/CD and cloud infrastructure practices
• Designed responsive UI and implemented analytics dashboard for monthly expense and income visualization
Jun. 2024 - Current
• Deployed to AWS with Docker and Kubernetes, applying CI/CD and cloud infrastructure practices
• Designed responsive UI and implemented analytics dashboard for monthly expense and income visualization
Jun. 2024 - Current
React
Django
AWS
Git
ACES Enrichment Center
• Redesigned three websites with React and Firebase, achieving 200% SEO and 75% traffic growth
• Applied UI/UX practices and conducted usability testing with 100+ users for enhanced engagement
Jun. 2023 - Jun. 2024
• Applied UI/UX practices and conducted usability testing with 100+ users for enhanced engagement
Jun. 2023 - Jun. 2024
React
JavaScript
Firebase
Technologies & Certificates
Languages
Java
Python
SQL
C/C++
Ruby
Perl
JavaScript
TypeScript
HTML/CSS
Swift
Go
Frameworks
React
Node.js
Django
Angular
Next.js
Flask
FastAPI
Bootstrap
Spring
Developer Tools
Git
GitHub
Docker
Linux
IntelliJ
PyCharm
VS
Maven
Figma
Kubernetes
Libraries & Technologies
PyTorch
Protobuf
Firebase
Postgres
Kafka
NoSQL
Azure OpenAI
AWS API
Certifications
AWS Cloud Quest
Google Generative AI
