Shih-Ling Shen

Resume


Experiences


  • Undergraduate Teaching Assistant I
    University of British Columbia
    May 2026 - Jun 2026
  • ASIC Digital Design/Verification Intern
    Synopsys, Inc.
    Jan 2025 - May 2026
    • Designed and verified features within 224G Ethernet PHY IP transmitter and receiver blocks
    • Performed RTL-to-RTL and RTL-to-gates equivalency checking using Formality to validate RTL changes and synthesis results
    • Utilized PrimeTime and PrimePower for power estimation and generating power waveforms
    • Implemented VC SpyGlass LINT flows to improve RTL quality and identify design issues
    • Automated sanity and verification flows using Jenkins and Verdi VMS, incorporating AI-driven tools such as VSO.ai and VCS Intelligent Coverage Optimization
    • Developed UVM testbenches for generating and verifying ATE test vectors through JTAG and APB

  • Undergraduate Teaching Assistant I
    University of British Columbia
    Sep 2024 - Dec 2024
  • Electrical Team Lead
    UBC Sailbot
    Mar 2024 - Dec 2024
    • Undergraduate student team focused on creating fully autonomous sailboats capable of sailing in the Pacific Ocean and collecting research data for climate change research
    • Leading the electrical team consisting of more than 25 students in creating custom PCBs, firmware, motor systems, battery systems, and solar panel solutions

  • Electrical Team Communication Systems Project Lead
    UBC Sailbot
    Aug 2023 - Mar 2024
    • Developed a comprehensive high-level system diagram, serving as a foundational infrastructure for team members by visually illustrating device connections
    • Devised an optimal sensor array for Project Polaris to collect essential pathfinding data
    • Demonstrated effective team leadership by using Jira for task assignments, maintaining product quality, and guiding team members to meet project goals
    • Crafted and managed detailed project timelines to track and advance project milestones effectively
    • Managed and optimised project budget, ensuring members have access to the required tools

  • Undergraduate Teaching Assistant I
    University of British Columbia
    Sep 2023 - Dec 2023
  • Electrical Team Member
    UBC Sailbot
    Sep 2022 - Aug 2023
    • Designed an autonomous sailboat for collecting marine research data in the Gulf of Alaska, reducing need for extended human presence in remote sea regions
    • Implemented CAN FD communication protocol on the Raspberry Pi 4B, ensuring seamless integration with existing mainframe infrastructure and remaining devices onboard
    • Conducted thorough research into viable communication protocols suitable for vessel integration, prioritising efficient data transmission, signal integrity, and minimal power consumption
    • Deployed upgraded motors, RF modules, and Arduinos on Thunderbird to repurpose it as a remote-controlled sailboat for Polaris sensor testing
    • Collaborated closely with UBC researchers to understand research needs, assess data sensor options for Polaris, and prioritise stakeholder satisfaction


Awards


Kenneth George VanSacker Memorial Scholarship
2025
Dean’s Honour List
2023, 2024
Rogers Communication Inc Scholarship
2024
Outstanding International Student Award
2022
SD42 Top Graduating International Student
2022
BCCIE International Student Ambassador Scholarship
2022