Brian Li

UChicago CS & Math ’26 | Software & Applied AI | Python · C · Java

Naperville, Illinois, United States

About

UChicago CS & Math senior focused on applied AI, vision, and systems. Built vision pipelines (OpenCV/YOLO) with LLM fallbacks for recycling automation, integrated GDB into gem5 for a chip-sim startup, and shipped AI product QA/user testing. I also maintain Linux servers and 18+ public Minecraft projects, and lead a 120+ member student organization. Seeking 2026 roles where I can build reliable, well-documented software at the intersection of AI and systems.

Experience

  • CSTU Applied AI Internship at California Science and Technology University
    Jul 2025 - Present · 1 yr

    Prototyped a workflow to automate sorting recycled batteries with computer-vision code + robotic arms Developed a local computer vision algorithm to detect batteries using open-source Opencv in Python Implemented backup LLM identification with caching to dramatically improve cost efficiency of battery detection Labeled and trained a computer vision model from 100+ images to identify recycled computer scraps w/ YOLOv11

  • Phoenix Gaming RSO President at University of Chicago
    Apr 2024 - Present · 2 yrs 3 mos

    President of the official gaming club at the University of Chicago, managing a community of 120+ members Leading a board of 15 members across 13 different gaming communities, emphasizing inclusion and kindness Strengthen member engagement by organizing social events, including game nights, tournaments, meetups, etc.

  • Software Engineer Internship at Abacus Semiconductor Corporation
    Jul 2025 - Sep 2025 · 3 mos

    Contributed to a simulator for a startup company prototyping a new chip to dramatically increase server efficiency Independently integrated a remote debugger (GDB) into an open-source computer architecture simulator (gem5) Authored and maintained docs with step-by-step setup and workflows so teammates could replicate results

  • FlowGen at GPTDAO Internship at Flowgen AI
    May 2025 - Jun 2025 · 2 mos

    Handled product quality assurance for FlowGen AI, user testing, and documentation for the AI social media manager Coded small applications with AI using Cursor, as well as prompt engineering lessons for efficient LLM usage

  • Youth Voices Club Vice-President & Co-Founder at Youth Voices
    May 2020 - Jun 2022 · 2 yrs 2 mos

    Vice-President & Co-Founder of a NFP Student-run Speech & Debate Organization. Responsibilities included: - Led the 6 marketing team members by orchestrating strategy development and execution while fostering innovation and team partnerships to achieve targeted goals - Developed and oversaw the organization's website, fine-tuned for Google SEO, and created the logo to improve online visibility and brand identity with digital marketing strategies - Cultivated a positive team atmosphere by promoting open communication and supporting members with a strong emphasis on improving productivity and morale through team-building activities