About Me!
Hello! I'm Allen Shen, a senior at the University of Michigan pursuing a major in Computer Science. I am passionate about leveraging technology to drive impactful, real-world outcomes and am eager to continue growing my expertise in dynamic, collaborative environments.
Noneducational passions: Tennis, Basketball, Chess, Travelling, Pickleball, Cooking
Hometown: Bergen County, New Jersey
Experience
3 Undergraduate Internships/Co-ops
September 2024 - Current
At Annaly Capital Management, I work as part of the STAR (Strategic Technology & Application Re-Architecture) team, focusing on transforming the company’s data and application architecture into a more modern, flexible, and scalable system. My role involves improving data management processes, implementing scalable coding practices with technologies like Node.js, and enhancing application development and deployment through cloud-based solutions. This experience has deepened my understanding of modern architecture design and collaborative problem-solving in a fast-paced, enterprise environment
May 2024 - August 2024
At IBM, I was part of the PrestoDB team, where I worked on enhancing the performance and scalability of this open-source distributed SQL engine used for big data analytics. My role involved integrating performance benchmarking tools, developing features to optimize data processing workflows, and collaborating with the open-source community. This experience provided me with valuable insights into distributed systems and cloud technologies, while also honing my skills in building efficient, scalable solutions.
(2024 Intern Ping Pong Champion)
June 2023 - August 2023
At UPS, I served as a DevOps Engineer Intern, focusing on automating cloud and infrastructure management processes. I developed and deployed automation scripts using tools like Ansible to streamline operations, significantly improving efficiency. I also collaborated with cross-functional teams to resolve technical issues and ensure seamless connectivity between various systems. This experience strengthened my skills in cloud automation and system optimization.
Hobbies
Tennis
Foodie
I currently play on the Michigan club team, but I have been playing competitively for over a decade. I also gave lessons for a few years.
My favorite player at the moment is Carlos Alcaraz!
Pictured Above:
Acai Smoothie Bowls
- Acai, mixed frozen berries, raw honey, fresh blueberries and strawberries, flax seeds
Focaccia Bread Steak Sandwich
- Parmesan and tomato focaccia bread, ribeye steak, provolone, caramelized onions
Charcuterie Board
- Assorted cheeses and deli meats