ABOUT
Hi! My name is Samantha Yee and I'm in my second year at the University of Waterloo studying Systems Design Engineering!
“What even is Systems Design Engineering?” - a question I asked myself when applying.
To me, SYDE allows me to explore two key ideas: systems that help us learn about the world, and design that allows us to change it. This combination drives me to approach problems with a holistic view, always seeking creative and practical ways to improve user experiences through thoughtful, well-designed solutions.
I'm currently working as a Web Developer at Apricotton and I've had three previous co-ops as a UI/UX Designer and a Software Engineer.
I’m always seeking the perfect mix of innovation, curiosity, and a little fun in my work. Feel free to reach out - I’d love to connect!
SKILLS
HTML
CSS
JavaScript
Python
C++
Figma
MY EXPERIENCES
Web Developer @ Apricotton
Jan-Apr 2025 | Hybrid, Toronto, ON
Tools: Shopify, Liquid, HTML, CSS, JavaScript, Figma, Canva, Git
UX Designer @ Solaire Canada Solar
Jun-Aug 2024 | Remote
- Developed a new company website using WordPress, ensuring seamless integration of design elements to enhance functionality, increasing website traffic by 150% and user engagement by 60% compared to previous methods
- Prototyped the website in Figma, including designing a comprehensive design system for a cohesive user experience
Tools: Figma, WordPress, Canva
UI/UX Designer @ Health Canada
Oct-Dec 2023 | Remote
- Spearheaded the redesign of Canada’s Food Guide dashboard - viewed by 9.7+ million annually - by conducting heuristic evaluations, usability tests on Userzoom, and creating a prototype in Figma, resulting in a 40% increase in average session duration
- Conceived design solutions for various Canada.ca pages in Figma and Canva, following WCAG and Canada style guides
Tools: Figma, Canva, UserZoom
Software Engineer @ Health & Rehab Research Inc.
Jan-Mar 2023 | Remote
- Trained a multivariable machine learning classification model to an accuracy of 78%, which detects the risk of cardiovascular disease based on an individual’s data, built to aid the development of a mobile app
- Leveraged high-level, Object Oriented Programming techniques in Python to combine and manipulate time-series datasets spanning over 4.6 million values, such as iterative imputation and utilized Google Colab & Git to collaborate with teammates
Tools: Python, Git, Google Colab, MS Excel
Code Instructor @ Code Ninjas
Jun 2021 - Aug 2022 | Oakville, ON
- Taught the fundamentals of programming in JavaScript, Node.js and Scratch to over 500 students through the design and development of games
- Encouraged creativity and problem-solving skills in kids ages 5-14 through game creation in Roblox and Minecraft and programming LEGO robots using SPIKE Prime
Tools: JavaScript, Node.js, LEGO robotics
Assistant Teacher @ Spirit of Math Schools
Sept 2019 - Jun 2022 | Mississauga, ON
- Worked closely with students in grades 3-6 to teach them advanced mathematical problems, which significantly improved their academic performances
- Coached, organised and prepared lessons for groups of up to 40 pupils per class
PROJECTS
Conceptualized a dating app that integrates a user’s Letterboxd movie preferences to recommend matches, created a responsive prototype in Figma with a cohesive design system
Tools: Figma
A program designed to donate electronic devices to rural, low-income areas, focusing on Indigenous reserves
Tools: HTML, CSS, JavaScript, Bootstrap, jQuery, SQL, PHP
A social app to encourage users to achieve their fitness goals by blending the social aspects of BeReal with personalized daily challenges
Tools: Figma, Swift
A Figma wireframe of my portfolio to display projects I've worked on, emulating Netflix's UI - currently implementing this into code
Tools: Figma, HTML, CSS, JavaScript