Robotics & Quant Engineer

JAMES GUI

Pushing the boundaries of XR, AI, Robotics, and Quantitative Finance.

01. About Me

Hello! I'm James, a multidisciplinary engineer bridging the gap between digital intelligence and physical reality.

My work spans Immersive XR, Autonomous Robotics, and Algorithmic Trading.

Whether I'm training neural networks or designing low-latency systems, I'm driven by the challenge of complex problems.

Unity

Python

OpenCV

Flutter

Firebase

Dart

MongoDB

Raven

02. Selected Projects

R-EYE-DER

Hands-free, real-time visual attention coaching for drivers. Prevents fatigue and target fixation using gaze tracking and object detection on Raven AR glasses.

PythonRaven FrameworkYOLOv7OpenCV

Focus Guardian

AI-powered desktop app for ADHD focus monitoring. Uses webcam and screen analysis to detect distraction in real-time and provide gentle interventions. Features emotion awareness via Hume AI.

PythonPyQt6OpenAI VisionHume AI

HarrowMe

A comprehensive school management mobile app managed attendance, prefect sanctions, and gym tracking. Built with Flutter and Firebase for seamless real-time data updates.

FlutterFirebaseDartMobile

03. Experience

Researcher

University of Southern California | Oct 2025 - Dec 2025

Assistant researcher at the Ultrafast Quantum Opto-Spintronics Group.

Research Intern

Bastion Trading | Aug 2025

Developed delta-neutral pair trading models achieving 20% annualized returns (Sharpe 2.81). Leveraged statistical arbitrage, Monte Carlo simulations, and Engle-Granger tests using Python and Backtrader.

Engineer Intern

Booster Robotics | Jul 2025

Tested humanoid robots focusing on locomotion, gait analysis, and dynamic behaviors. Validated firmware and debugged control systems to ensure robust performance.

04. What's Next?

Get In Touch

I'm currently looking for new opportunities across the tech spectrum, with a focus on XR, Robotics, and Quant. Whether you have a question or just want to say hi, my inbox is always open.

jamesgui@usc.edu