Vincent Yu

Graduate Computer and Information Science student with a versatile background spanning software development, UI/UX design, database systems, and project coordination. Proven track record of leading Agile student projects, writing technical documentation, and delivering user focused digital solutions. Combines technical problem solving with strong communication skills honed through retail and stakeholder facing roles.

Seeking graduate or junior opportunities across IT Support, Business Analysis, Project Coordination, and Digital Media/IT operations.

Front-End, Back End (SQL) and UI/UX Designer | R&D project (University Stationary Hub) at Auckland University of Technology (2025-03 – 2025-11)

• Full-Stack Development & Database Integration: Developed a dynamic university stationary portal, seamlessly connecting PHP application logic with MySQL databases for secure data processing.
• Feature Development & Search System: Built a responsive category filtering and search system using JavaScript, HTML, and CSS to enable fast and intuitive product navigation.
• Art Design & UI/UX Styling: Designed custom visual artwork, graphics, and page layouts (homepage & product pages) in Figma, establishing a cohesive aesthetic identity for the portal.
• Testing & Quality Assurance: Conducted functional and cross browser testing/debugging to ensure UI responsiveness, database accuracy, and smooth cross platform performance.
• Agile Leadership & Collaboration: Managed task allocation, sprint planning, and team documentation, balancing technical execution with project coordination.

Product Owner & Developer / UI Designer | Software Development Practice 2D Pirate Mobile Game at Auckland University of Technology (2024-03 – 2024-07)

• UI/UX & Level Design: Designed user friendly game interfaces (UI/UX) using Figma and built engaging level designs to enhance player experience.
• Core Gameplay Development: Implemented character movement mechanics and core game logic using Unity and C++.
• Agile Team Leadership: Led daily stand up meetings, tracked project milestones, and allocated tasks using Trello to keep deliverables on schedule.
• Documentation & Reporting: Authored comprehensive project documentation, sprint progress reports, and stakeholder updates.

Part time sales associate at AAPE by A Bathing Ape (2023-11 – Present)

• Client Relations & Communication: Delivered personalized customer service in a fast paced retail environment, enhancing interpersonal communication and active listening skills.
• Teamwork & Merchandising: Collaborated with team members to maintain high visual merchandising standards and support smooth store operations during peak seasons.

Part time retail assistant at Mannings (2022-12 – 2023-02)

• Assisted customers with product enquiries and recommendations
• Inventory Management: Managed stock replenishment and organized inventory layout to streamline daily store logistics
• Supported daily operations in a high volume retail environment

Part time retail assistant at CircleK (2021-07 – 2022-03)

• Operations & Precision: Handled high volume cash transactions and point of sale operations with accuracy and attention to detail.
• Time Management & Reliability: Maintained store presentation and assisted with inventory control under fast paced working conditions.

Bachelor of Computer and Information Science in Software Development – Auckland University of Technology (2023 – 2026)

Foundation Graduate – UP Education International College (2022 – 2023)

High school Graduate – Fanling Lutheran Secondary School (2014 – 2021)