LOC: SINGAPORE

CHU KAI LE

Mechanical Engineering | Computing | Quantitative Finance

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About Me

I enjoy building systems at the intersection of finance, engineering, and data. My work spans algorithmic trading engines, performance‑critical C++/Python tooling, and side projects that automate or optimize real‑world workflows. I'm always looking for more ways to make my life more interesting.

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Education

Incoming Engineering Undergraduate in 2026

Aug 2026 – TBC | Singapore

National University of Singapore (NUS)

  • Mechanical Engineering with a Double Major in Computing, under the CDE Engineering Scholars Programme (accelerated 3-year B.Eng.).

Secondary/Pre-Tertiary

Jan 2018 – Nov 2023 | Singapore

NUS High School of Mathematics and Science (NUSH)

  • Graduated with a NUS High Diploma (High Distinction), Overall CAP: 4.5 / A-
  • Major CAP: Chemistry - 4.9 / A+, Mathematics - 4.9 / A+, Physics - 4.6 / A
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Research

Synthesis of Peptide Nanomaterials via Controlled Self-Assembly

Apr 2022 – Aug 2023 | Singapore

NUS High / NUS

  • Investigated whether amino acids could form cocrystals with the FF dipeptide to alter its self-assembly into peptide nanomaterials. Used computational screening (HSP, ΔpKa, Mercury) and SEM validation, finding that incompatible amino acids showed no morphological change, consistent with predictions.
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Work Experience

Quantitative Research Intern

Feb 2026 – Present | Singapore

Genk Capital

  • > Developed a Stylized Facts testing Suite in Python to validate stylized facts across 38+ tickers, utilizing GARCH (1,1) for volatility filtering.
  • > Engineered a volatility-based regime switching model with 900-point parameter sweeps and Transaction Cost Analysis.
  • > Achieved a 0.9 Sharpe (unleveraged) vs. SPY's 0.7 through structural safe-asset rotation strategies.

Air Force Electro-Armament Technician (NS)

Aug 2024 – Jan 2026 | Singapore

Republic of Singapore Air Force / 5th Ammunition Depot

  • > Maintained and serviced general-purpose bombs (MK82/84 GP Bombs) and aircraft countermeasures to 100% servicability to ensure operational readiness.
  • > Digitalized 3,000+ stockcards, improving inventory accuracy and reducing stockcard creation time by 85% using Excel Macros.
  • > Operated forklifts and buggies to move inventory safely and efficiently.

Landscape Architecture Intern

May 2023 – Jun 2023 | Singapore

Grant Associates

  • > Collated and presented research data to guide design decisions for the firm's first coral reef enclosure project in Singapore.
  • > Applied Rhino and Grasshopper for geometric modeling and design visualization.
  • > Studied land use regulations and plant design principles for sustainable design.

Part-time Supermarket Assistant

Oct 2023 – Nov 2023 | Singapore

Cold Storage

Part-time Production Operator

Jun 2022 – Jul 2022 | Singapore

LF Logistics

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Skills & Certifications

Quantitative Methods

Statistical Inference Time-Series + Tick-Data Analysis Walk-Forward Analysis

Technical Skills (By Descending Proficiency)

Python (Numba) Pandas / NumPy SQL Excel VBA/Macros C++

Tools & Environment

Linux (i3wm) Git / GitHub Pages Bash / Zsh

Technical Certifications

Foundational Data Analytics (Coursera) Intermediate SQL (DataCamp) Intermediate Python (DataCamp)
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Technical Projects

C++-Accelerated Pairs Trading Walk Forward Analysis

Python Pandas/Numpy C++
Status: Completed

Built a C++-accelerated Walk-Forward Analysis engine for pairs trading. Uses Kalman filter, Z-score signals, and statistical checks (ADF/Hurst) to pick stable, mean-reverting pairs. Optimized for thousands of backtests in real time.

[ View Code & Write-Up (Github) ]
WFA Engine

Pairs Trading Paper Trading Engine

Python Pandas/Numpy
Status: Completed

Developed a pairs trading algorithm that systematically monitors over 20 equity/ETF pairs for mean-reversion signals. The platform applies rigorous statistical filters to ensure high-confidence entry signals and executes trades automatically through Alpaca’s paper trading API, with performance updates posted to a Telegram channel.

Architecture

Scrabble Word Trainer

Asynchronous JS
Status: Completed

Developed a high-speed Scrabble Trainer that increases player word recognition speed and competitive decision-making agility.

[ View Site ]
Scrabble Trainer

Fusion360 Modelling Project for Motorbike

Fusion 360
Status: In Progress

This is currently in progress! Check back in a month or two to see the final model! I've added a progress pic just to fill the void.

[ View Project Images (Imgur) ]
Motorcycle Render
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Other Projects

Online Marketplace Ventures

Carousell
Status: In Progress

Managed a personal trading venture exploiting price spreads across niche digital assets and specialized equipment, achieving a 24x Return on Invested Capital (ROIC) ($150 to $3,700) over 19 months.

Carousell

Trackmania Map & Environment Design

In-Game Editor
Status: In Progress

Designed and published over 10 custom Trackmania maps across varied difficulties. This work was validated by the community with awards for design quality and resulted in an offer for a commissioned role to develop technical maps for a dedicated gaming group.

Trackmania

Social Deduction Card Game Design & Manufacturing

Status: Completed

Managed the complete development of an original social deduction card game, producing over 200 physical cards. The project featured rigorous balancing, iterative mechanical refinement based on 20+ participant playtests, and the implementation of efficient card manufacturing techniques.

Card Game

Google Sheets-based Manga Database

Google Sheets
Status: In Progress

Engineered a comprehensive Manga Database (1000+ titles) in Google Sheets to track granular consumption data and scores. This data was leveraged to generate complex analytical reports on key metrics like Score Distribution (Average/Median), Genre Performance, and title status tracking.

Manga Database
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Awards & Recognition

  • NUS CDE Engineering Scholars Scholarship (2026-2029) – NUS' Highly selective bond-free scholarship for top engineering talent.
  • NUS High School Commendation Award (2021-2022) – Leadership
  • 5th Place, NUS Chem-Engineering Challenge (2022) – (Top 5%, out of 100+ teams), challenge included various optimization and analysis tasks.
  • Singapore Mathematical Olympiad (Junior), Silver (2019)
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Leadership & Community Contributions

3rd Sergeant

Mar 2025 – Jan 2026

Republic of Singapore Air Force

Demonstrated leadership and management skills as a 3rd Sergeant, effectively managing a team of armament technicians in complex daily operations and safety protocols.

Master Sergeant / Vice-President

Jan 2021 – Dec 2022

NCC (Land)

Led school’s NCC (Land) CCA as Unit Master Sergeant from 2021-2022, managing all internal and external activity planning and execution.

Exco / Planner for NUS High NDP 2023

Mar 2023 – Aug 2023

NUS High

Served on the Planning & Training Exco for the school’s National Day Parade in 2023, collaborating across groups and directly managing the training and logistics for 200+ parade marchers. Participated as the parade's Regimental Sergeant-Major.

Volunteer

Oct 2023 – Oct 2023

SHINE

Collaborated with my club to organize a full-day event for mentally challenged children from SHINE. Planned games and spent the day paired one-on-one with a participant, ensuring they had a fun, engaging, and inclusive experience on campus.

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Activities and Interests

Valorant (Peaked Top 0.5%) Trackmania (Peaked Asia Top 1%, SG Top 3) Bouldering Mixology Motorcycles Manga Scrabble