Cheng Zeng
Burnaby,BC
Summary
Computer Engineering graduate from McMaster University with over 9 years of programming background and 1 year of professional experience as a Graphics Engineer. Strong in C++, Python, and modern graphics APIs, with solid foundations in systems, rendering, and cross-platform development. Passionate about tackling technical challenges at the intersection of graphics, GPU computing, and applied machine learning.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
Work History
Graphic Engineer
Xuebin Qin
Burnaby, British Columbia
10.2024 - Current
- Developed and optimized real-time shader code for advanced rendering effects
- Worked with modern graphics APIs (e.g., Vulkan / OpenGL) to implement and debug rendering pipelines
- Collaborated with internal graphics research and engineering teams on performance and visual quality improvements
- Awarded Gold Award in the internal CARI TechSpark Challenge (team competition)
Education
Bachelor of Engineering - Computer Engineering
Mcmaster University
Hamilton, Ontario06-2024
Skills
Graphics & Rendering: Vulkan, OpenGL, OpenGL ES, WebGL; GLSL, HLSL, Slang; real-time shader development and rendering pipelines
Programming Languages: C, C, Python, TypeScript, JavaScript, Java; experience with C# and Assembly
Build & Systems: CMake; Linux (Debian, Ubuntu), Windows; cross-platform development (Windows, Linux, Android)
Web & Backend: React (Vite), Nodejs; HTML, CSS; TCP/IP socket programming
Machine Learning: PyTorch, scikit-learn (applied to graphics and perception tasks)
Tools & Engines: Unreal Engine, Unity; Blender; Adobe Photoshop, After Effects
Projects
GPET – Six-Legged Robot with SLAM and LLM Integration Capstone Project, McMaster University
- Designed and implemented a six-legged robot integrating ChatGPT API, SLAM-based navigation, and motion control
- Developed the complete software stack and handled all software development and 3D structural design
Multiplayer Web Game with Spatial Optimization Personal Project
- Built a multiplayer web game with custom HTTP server port mapping
- Optimized projectile collision detection using quadtree-based spatial partitioning for improved performance
Websites
Activities
- Developed multiple mini-game projects using Unity 3D, gaining early experience in real-time rendering and gameplay systems
- Designed and implemented a full-stack web system with user management, authentication, and authorization workflows
- Led a team in VEX Robotics Competition and participated in FIRST Robotics Competition, focusing on software development, system design, and mechanical integration
- Explored and applied deep learning frameworks, including Stable Diffusion and text-to-speech systems, in independent machine learning projects
Awards & Honors
- Gold Award, CARI TechSpark Challenge (Huawei, Team Competition)
- Finalist, Judge Award, and Design Award, VEX Robotics Competition (British Columbia Provincial Level)
Timeline
Graphic Engineer
Xuebin Qin
10.2024 - Current
Bachelor of Engineering - Computer Engineering
Mcmaster University