Kevin Lyvers

Computer Engineer | Software & Embedded Systems Engineer

💻 Welcome to my website! I'm a recent Computer Engineering graduate at the University of Illinois always looking for programming experiences.

Education

University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign – May 2024

Bachelor of Science: Computer Engineering | Minor: Music

Technical Skills

Languages: C++, C, Python, SQL, Assembly, Bash, Verilog, TypeScript
Frameworks & Tools: React, Node.js, Docker, Git, Linux, CI/CD, AWS, GCP
Embedded / Hardware: Microcontrollers, Microprocessors, FPGA programming, PCB design, KiCad
Tools & Lab: Oscilloscope, Logic analyzer, Signal generator, Soldering, Spectrum analyzer

Strong interests include low-level languages and microcontrollers. Working with Arduinos, Raspberry Pis, and ESP32 has allowed me to explore hardware projects creatively, optimizing code and resources for constrained devices.

I also enjoy higher-level computing, web development, and machine learning. I have designed variations of my website for different projects using SQL, Google APIs, Web Security, User Authentication, and ML frameworks like TensorFlow and PyTorch. I've worked with CNNs, RNNs, and GANs for various ML projects.

Experience

Sentio Insights – Lead Full Stack Engineer

Feb 2025 - Oct 2025

Delivered client-driven data analysis features in a small, fast-paced Agile team
Implemented RESTful APIs connecting React frontend to GCP backend and Postgres database
Developed unit, regression, and end-to-end tests for CI/CD via GitHub Actions and PyTest
Optimized transcription and analysis systems; built monitoring and debugging tools
Communicated complex technical solutions to non-technical stakeholders

Icarian Games – Lead Programmer & Co-Founder

July 2025 - Present

Lead development of indie games with scalable, maintainable Python architecture
Designed gameplay systems, core data structures, and performance-critical logic
Engineered secure client-server networking systems with low-latency packet protocols
Managed development cycles, feature prioritization, and prototyping
Authored design documents to maintain clarity and consistency across stages

Disney College Program – Attraction Operations

Aug 2024 - Jan 2025

Supported daily attraction systems, including mechanical, safety, and operational software

Projects & Highlights

Tetris Bot

□ Programmed a Tetris bot that calculates optimal moves from the current game state.

Calculator Art

□ Created a Python algorithm to convert images into dots/lines for calculator display.

Wordle Clones

□ Developed math-focused Wordle clones.

MIDI-Controlled RF Juggling Balls

Summer 2025

Programmed microcontrollers to send MIDI data over low-power 2.4GHz RF protocol
Implemented real-time light synchronization with music
Designed PCBs and housings integrating LEDs, charging ports, sensors, and RF transceivers
Prototyped, debugged, and soldered embedded circuits using KiCad

Self-Tuning Violin

Spring 2024

Engineered closed-loop system to auto-tune strings in real time using high-torque motors
Developed DSP algorithms for pitch detection and motor control
Defined verification procedures and collaborated on technical drawings

Custom Operating System