Leonardo Gutierrez

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Hi! I'm Leo! A quick learner and a fun-loving enthusiast with a passion for both hardware and software engineering. I'm always eager to acquire new skills and put them to work in the real world. If you would like to reach out, please contact me below!


Who I am

I am a senior at Duke University, pursuing a double major in Computer Science and Electrical & Computer Engineering. I'm also getting a certificate in Innovation and Entrepreneurship. I'm interested in the applications of both hardware and software in various fields. I have gained practical experience in these areas through past internships and personal projects. My previous internships were primarily in the IoT and wireless fields, where I had the opportunity to design, test, and analyze data from multiple devices and wireless protocols.

When I am not studying or working on projects, you will find me either at the gym or watching sports. I am a huge sports fan. My teams are Real Madrid and the Washington Commanders, and you will always catch me rooting for the Peruvian National Soccer Team whenever they play.

As I am graduating in the spring, I am actively looking for full time positions in both software and hardware fields.

Experience

May 2024-Aug 2024

Hardware Engineer Intern, Pixel WiFi

Google

• Developed an automated tool leveraging robotics, WiFi tests, and WiFi indoor positioning advancements (802.11az/802.11mc) to characterize Pixel WiFi performance in indoor environments

• Designed and implemented a system for simultaneous WiFi performance measurements across multiple devices, enabling comprehensive comparison of Pixel against competitors

• Generated detailed performance maps and visual analytics to identify patterns and areas of underperformance, informing targeted improvements to Pixel’s WiFi capabilities

• Evaluated the impact of various device and cellular tuning configurations on WiFi performance to identify areas for optimization


Tools and Skills: Python, Git, Linux, Android, WiFi, Networking, ROS2

May 2023-Aug 2023

Wireless Communications Engineer Intern

Vectare Inc.

• Researched and implemented an open-source LoRa network featuring multiple gateways across different frequency ranges to identify devices in various regions.

• Developed LoRa devices by combining commercial components with custom-programmed LoRa-compatible boards, using Python and Arduino coding.

• Collected and analyzed signal attribute data using deployed devices, contributing valuable insights for Machine Learning model refinement.

• Adapted and built upon an existing LoRa project via GNURadio, optimizing SDR ability to accurately demodulate uplink and downlink LoRa signals for enhanced performance.


Tools and Skills: Python, C, Git, Microcontrollers, Signal Processing & Analysis, Linux, GNURadio, LoRa, Arduino

May 2022-Aug 2022

R&D Intern

Vectare Inc.

• Designed and implemented a Man In the Middle (MITM) attack method for Bluetooth Low Energy, to develop anti-breach software

• Programmed and tested various devices to produce ZigBee signals, providing critical data for subsequent data collection and analysis

• Conducted rigorous testing and collected data for use in Machine Learning training, resulting is enhanced accuracy and efficiency of the system.

• Successfully integrated data from ZigBee signals into a MySQL database, developing effective parsing methods to ensure data accuracy and completeness.


Tools and Skills: Python, C, MySQL, Git, Linux, Arduino, Bluetooth, Zigbee, Microcontrollers, Soldering

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Languages

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Projects

Arduino Robot

Arduino Robot

Build a Robot that is able to complete various tasks such as autonomous movement, color identification, and metal sensing.

ArduinoMicrocontrollersSensorsCircuits

PokeRandom

PokeRandom

Kotline project that uses a Pokemon API to display random Pokemons, including a picture, name and the weight of each. This is done using a recycle view.

KotlinRestAPIAndroid StudioUI/UX

Soccer Sentiment Analysis

Soccer Sentiment Analysis

Python project that uses several APIs to conduct sentiment analysis. The website was created using Flask.

PythonRestAPIFlaskNLP

Education

Aug 2021-May 2025 (Expected)

BSE in Electrical and Computer Engineering, BS in Computer Science

Certificate: Innovation and Entrepreneurship

Duke University

Previous Coursework:

• Data Structures and Algorithms

• Computer Architecture

• Signals & Systems

• Operating Systems

• Digital Systems

• Design/Analysis of Algorithms


Current Coursework:

• Embedded Systems

• Computer Network Architecture

Contact (Coming Soon)

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