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High-Speed IO Interface Validation Project
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Alan HAN

Richmond Hill,ON

Summary

Recent Master of Engineering graduate in Electrical and Computer Engineering with hands-on experience in software development, automation, and system validation. Proficient in Python, Java, and scripting for backend systems and test automation. Completed coursework in digital systems, VLSI, and computer architecture with lab exposure to signal integrity, high-speed IO standards, and hardware-software integration. Demonstrated ability to work across cross-functional teams, analyze system performance, and contribute to both software reliability and hardware validation efforts.

Overview

1
1
year of professional experience

Work History

Junior Programmer

Ontario Ministry of Health Co-op
Toronto
09.2022 - 09.2023
  • Contributed to system validation and automation pipelines to support high-reliability health applications.
  • Developed automation scripts (Python, PowerShell) to support end-to-end testing and reduce manual operations.
  • Improved data pipeline performance by analyzing SQL-based reports and implementing materialized views and indexing techniques.
  • Worked closely with QA and infrastructure teams to troubleshoot and resolve integration-level issues using test logs and system metrics.
  • Applied electrical and systems engineering principles to ensure functional and performance reliability across distributed systems.
  • Used Azure DevOps and Git to manage CI/CD workflows, enabling version-controlled deployment of test and validation routines.

Education

Master - Electrical and Computer Engineering

McMaster University
Hamilton, ON
12.2022

Bachelor - Computer Science

Dalhousie University
Halifax, NS
05.2021

Skills

  • Programming & Scripting: Python, PowerShell, SQL
  • Test & Measurement Tools: Oscilloscope, Logic Analyzer, Protocol Analyzer, Spectrum Analyzer, Eye Diagram Viewer
  • Hardware & Interfaces: Familiar with PCIe, USB, HDMI, DP, MIPI standards; basic knowledge of signal integrity and IO compliance
  • Automation & CI/CD: Azure DevOps, Git, Docker, Jenkins (basic)
  • Data & Visualization: Microsoft Power BI, SQL performance tuning, Cognos
  • Board-Level & System Setup: Basic knowledge of PCB schematics/layout, lab bench testing, hardware bring-up

High-Speed IO Interface Validation Project

  • Designed and implemented a validation testbench for high-speed IO signals (e.g., USB 3.0, PCIe) using simulation tools.
  • Conducted signal integrity analysis using waveform visualization (e.g., eye diagrams, jitter analysis) and basic oscilloscope measurements in lab settings.
  • Collaborated with team members to develop automated scripts in Python to collect and log signal data from hardware test boards.
  • Analyzed compliance reports and performance deviations, proposed adjustments to trace layout and termination to improve margin.
  • Documented test cases, signal behavior results, and compliance observations aligned with industry interface specifications.

Timeline

Junior Programmer

Ontario Ministry of Health Co-op
09.2022 - 09.2023

Master - Electrical and Computer Engineering

McMaster University

Bachelor - Computer Science

Dalhousie University
Alan HAN