Eric Zhang.
Software Engineer based in New Zealand. 7+ years across development, design, and technical roles. Passionate with delivering high-quality software products and exploring the latest technologies and AI.
7+
Years Experience
3
Languages
NZ
Based In
Experience
Software Engineer
Straker · Auckland, New Zealand
Developing customer-facing apps with Vuetify front-end, REST API, and event stream consumers. Built and shipped the first release of the next-gen AI app "Verify" — now live at verify.straker.ai. Debug and support production tickets, collaborate with the team on development progress and major blocker issues.
- Crafting high-quality full-stack features for the Straker platform
- Developing new features and functionality
- Debugging and fixing bugs
- Collaborating with teams to ship new features
- Communicating between teams on progress and blocker issues
Freelance Designer / Developer
Self-Employed · Hamilton, New Zealand
Independent design and development work spanning web applications, branding, and digital experiences for local and international clients.
- Designing and developing websites
- Providing technical support to the clients
Sessional Assistant
University of Waikato · Hamilton, New Zealand
Teaching assistant for the University of Waikato's Computer Graphics and Animation course.
- Assisting with the tutoring of the course
- Assisting with the grading of the assignments
- Providing technical support to the students
Graphic Designer
Waikato Museum · Hamilton, New Zealand
Internship as a Graphic designer for the Waikato Museum's public exhibitions.
- Vinyl cutting and printing
- Label design and printing
- Electronic display design and printing
- Exhibition design
- Exhibition installation
Technical Officer
Fonterra · Hamilton, New Zealand
Internship as a Technical officer for the Fonterra in Hamilton, New Zealand.
- Government regulations and compliance requirements
- Assisting with documentation of compliance requirements
- Assisting with SAP project analysis and reporting
Education
Bachelor in Computer Graphic Design
University of Waikato · 2015 — 2019
Hamilton, New Zealand
Bachelor in Business Analysis (Accounting)
University of Waikato · 2012 — 2014
Hamilton, New Zealand
Postgraduate Diploma in Computer Science
University of Waikato · 2004 — 2006
Hamilton, New Zealand
Skills & Languages
Languages
Technical
Awards
Straker Star
Awarded for excellence in high-performance development and contribution to the Straker ecosystem.
Graphic Design Internship — A+
Work displayed in a public showroom at Waikato Museum, Hamilton, New Zealand.
NZICA Scholarship for Financial Accounting Studies
Scholarship awarded for financial accounting studies.
Hobbies
Referees
Professional and character references are available upon request.