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Yuan Liang

@yuanliang

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Senior Backend Engineer with expertise in scalable backend systems.

Singapore

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What I'm looking for

I am looking for a role that fosters innovation, encourages collaboration, and offers opportunities for professional growth.

I am a Backend Engineer with over 6 years of experience in designing and developing scalable, distributed backend systems across various industries, including AI content platforms, smart manufacturing, and energy tech. My expertise lies in Golang, Java, and Python, and I possess a deep understanding of microservices architecture, event-driven systems, and data pipeline optimization.

Throughout my career, I have proven my ability to enhance system reliability, integrate complex services, and deliver impactful backend infrastructure for global platforms. At TikTok, I built core backend services for AI content generation, while at Tesla, I maintained and enhanced backend infrastructure for Manufacturing Execution Systems. My experience also includes leading backend initiatives and acting as a Scrum Master, ensuring agile deployments and performance improvements.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Current

Backend Engineer

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TikTok

Oct 2023 - Present (1 year 10 months)

Built core backend services for AI content generation, powering interactive media tools. Led backend-AI integration initiatives to optimize user experience and backend stability.

Golang Java Python Microservices Event Driven Systems

Senior Software Engineer

Tesla

Aug 2021 - Present (4 years)

Maintained and enhanced backend infrastructure for MES at the Tesla Gigafactory. Developed modules for order-specific manufacturing and routed workflows with complex rulesets.

Backend Infrastructure Workflow Automation Software Engineering Python Java Go)

Software Engineer (Backend)

Envision Digital

Dec 2020 - Present (4 years 8 months)

Engineered backend systems to collect, store, and process real-time smart building data. Delivered performance improvements and new APIs to support energy optimization features.

Backend Systems Smart Building API Development Performance Optimization Scrum Master Java Spring

R&D Engineer

Works Applications Co., Ltd.

Oct 2018 - Present (6 years 10 months)

Developed and scaled enterprise-grade ERP and HR backend systems. Created REST APIs and data flows to manage HR, logistics, and finance operations.

ERP Systems HR systems REST APIs Enterprise Software Logistics Finance Operations Java Spring

Software Engineering Intern

Works Applications Co., Ltd.

May 2017 - Present (8 years 3 months)

Created backend messaging, user authentication, and payment services. Contributed to the development of enterprise software solutions.

Authentication Payment Solutions Software Development API Development Java

Website Development Intern

SMRT Corporation Ltd

May 2016 - Present (9 years 3 months)

Contributed backend and data logic to an internal messaging app project. Assisted in the development of web-based applications.

Backend Development Web Development HTML CSS JavaScript

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

National University of Singapore

Master's degree, Computer Science

Completed a Master's degree in Computer Science, deepening knowledge in advanced computing concepts and specialized areas. Focused on theoretical and practical aspects of computer science.

National University of Singapore

Bachelor's degree, Computer Science

Obtained a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, building a strong foundation in programming, algorithms, and data structures. Engaged in various projects to apply theoretical knowledge to practical problems.