Alexander TaeYang Chang

2206 Laukahi Street

Honolulu, Hawaii 96821 USA

808-773-2572

Interests

Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning , IoT (Internet of Things) and Embedded Systems , Cyber Security and Ethical Hacking , Cloud Computing and Edge Computing , Renewable and Sustainable Energy Technologies , Full-Stack Web Development , Computer Architecture & Hardware Design

Skills

Software Tools: Arduino IDE, Assembly, Bash/Shell Scripting, C, C++, CMake, CLion, EDA Playground, Fusion 360, GNU Debugger (GDB), Git, GitHub, GitLab, HTML, iTerm2, Java, JavaScript, Linux, MATLAB, macOS, PSpice, Python, PyCharm, TypeScript, VirtualBox, Visual Studio Code (VS Code), Wiliki, Windows/PowerShell, Verilog, Xilinx Vivado

Hardware Tools: Arduino, ESP32, FPGA Boards, Real-Time Operating Systems (RTOS)

Education

University of Hawaii at Manoa

M.S., Computer Engineering

2025 - Present

University of Hawaii at Manoa

B.S., Computer Engineering

  • Programming for Engineers
  • Object Oriented Programming
  • Digital Design
  • Basic Circuit Analysis
  • Microelectronic Circuits
  • Signal and System Analysis
  • Digital System & Computer Design

2022 - 2025

University of Hawaii at Manoa

B.A., Sociology

2014 - 2019

Henry J. Kaiser High School

High School Diploma, General Education

2009 - 2014

Work

Customer Service Representative, Hankook Hawaii Inc

  • Delivered exceptional bilingual service in Korean and English, resolving customer issues effectively.
  • Provided operational support within the tour guide department to ensure smooth daily logistics.

2020 - Present

Retail Sales Representative, Oakley

  • Maintained expert knowledge of Oakley eyewear, features, and compatibility to assist customers.
  • Ensured high-quality visual merchandising and an engaging shopping environment.

2015 - 2016

Automotive Sales & Lot Technician, AutoXChange LTD

  • Met sales targets by negotiating pricing and financing while assisting customers in selecting pre-owned vehicles.
  • Ensured optimal inventory presentation through inspections, detailing, and organization.

2012 - 2015

Activities

HSFL Ke Ao Aerospace Technologies Software Division, University of Hawaii at Manoa K-12 College of Engineering Tour

College of Engineering tours for local K-12 students, providing an in-depth overview of the University of Hawaiʻi at Mānoa’s engineering programs and inspiring interest in STEM education and careers.

  • Provided an overview of the VIP HSFL Ke Ao Aerospace Technologies Lab.
  • Explained the lab’s mission to develop cost-effective, small satellite systems.
  • Shared insights into the multidisciplinary teamwork required in aerospace projects.

2024 - 2024

References

Available upon request