# Donald Liu

> Software Engineer

Location: Brooklyn, New York, United States
Profile: https://flows.cv/donaldliu1

I am a Software Engineer who is particularly excited by autonomous technology, and wants to bridge the gap between technology and human experiences.

## Work Experience
### Software Engineer @ Cedar
Jan 2021 – Present | United States

### Software Engineer @ Allscripts
Jan 2021 – Jan 2021 | United States

### Software Engineer @ Wayfair
Jan 2020 – Jan 2021 | Greater Boston Area

### Associate Software Engineer @ App Academy
Jan 2019 – Jan 2020 | Greater New York City Area
• Prepare and deliver lectures on Ruby fundamentals and best practices in programming.
• Perform daily code reviews on students’ Ruby work in order to prepare them for one of the nation’s top coding bootcamps

### Associate Project Manager/Administrator @ Maspeth Welding Inc
Jan 2018 – Jan 2018 | United States
•	Utilized AutoCAD to prepare detailed blueprints and shop drawings for fabrication processes
•	Performed site inspections to analyze existing conditions and determine how to implement new steel
•	Aided Project Managers in coordinating with general contractors to complete projects

### Graduate Research Assistant @ Stony Brook University
Jan 2016 – Jan 2017 | Material Science and Engineering Department
Improved Methodology of DNA Fragmentation using Micro-patterned PDMS Stamps to Apply Cutting Enzymes:

•	Created micro-patterns in PDMS to be used as enzymatic stamps for fragmenting surface – adsorbed DNA molecules    
•	Modified an apparatus that allowed DNase I enzyme solution to be deposited into 10 µm-15 µm micro-patterns 
•	Characterized the desorption of DNA molecules through the use of multiple microscopy instruments
•	Implemented a microfluidic technique to load DNase I solutions into patterned PDMS stamps

### High School Research Mentor @ Stony Brook University
Jan 2016 – Jan 2017 | Garcia MRSEC Summer Research Program
•	Mentored 7 students in biomaterial research and assisted them in national science competitions      	    
•	Responsible for teaching students how to analyze and develop solutions to improve sequencing platforms
• Optimized thickness parameters and methods for the development of photoresist surfaces
• Optimized laser lithography methods to develop a controlled pattern spacing on Poly dimethyl siloxane (PDMS) surfaces
• Supervised and mentored high school students on research experience for research competitions

### Undergraduate Research Assistant @ Stony Brook University
Jan 2015 – Jan 2016 | Material Science and Engineering Department
Ordered DNA Fragmentation on surface for Next Generation Sequencing:

•	Removed DNA from known locations along the molecule on polymer surfaces in a controlled   	    method to simplify Next-Generation Sequencing platforms 
•	Improved the adsorption and desorption efficiency of DNA from Poly methyl methacrylate (PMMA) surfaces

### Project Leader @ Stony Brook University - Campus Residence
Jan 2015 – Jan 2015 | United States
•	Led and supervised 5 contractors to renovate multiple residential buildings 
•	Collaborated with other team leaders to execute & manage projects for a contractor company

### Product and Inventory Manager @ Mechystore Inc.
Jan 2013 – Jan 2013 | 215 Park Row New York, N.Y. 10038
• Researched and documented products being sold on the company's webpage
• Coordinated the export of products while maintaining a high production rate


## Education
### App Academy

### Master’s Degree in Materials Science and Engineering
Stony Brook University Graduate School

### Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering Science; Material Science and Engineering
Stony Brook University


## Contact & Social
- LinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/in/donald-liu

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Last updated: 2026-04-13