Yutong Gu

About Yutong Gu

Engineering leader with a strong foundation in firmware development and a pragmatic, end-to-end approach to building reliable, scalable systems. Experienced across the full stack—from embedded Linux and real-time firmware to mobile app development and cloud-native backend infrastructure. Skilled in C++, Python, and Verilog, with hands-on experience leading teams across the technology stack.

Experience

1. VP of Engineering

   Juke Audio

   Nov 2021 — Present · Manhattan Beach, CA, US

   Led development of flagship audio product from ideation to production, which contributed 41% to company revenue within the first year of launch- Managed mobile (iOS/Android), backend (AWS serverless), and embedded Linux development- Delivered 4.8-star iOS app; filed multiple patents- Built and led a small multidisciplinary team of engineers including contractors and offshore developers- Oversaw product certification (UL, CE, FCC) and firmware/software update pipeline- Architected cloud-native backend tools for inventory and logistics optimization- Developed C++ and Python applications on a custom embedded Linux environment- Implemented audio processing in Verilog on Lattice and Intel FPGAs- Worked with third-party vendor to set up over-the-air update infrastructure- Deployed YOCTO to build custom Linux images to reduced image size and streamline development process- Ensured product stability through test automation and formalizing Software QA processes using TestRails- Developed proprietary communication protocol between products built on top of the TCP/IP and UDP stack

Education

• University of Southern California

  Bachelor of Engineering (BE), Electrical and Electronics Engineering

• University of Southern California

  Master's degree, Electrical and Electronics Engineering

Skills

• Oscilloscope
• Ni Labview
• Matlab
• Public Speaking
• Python
• Java
• Graphic Design
• Teamwork
• C
• Autodesk Fusion 360
• Management
• C++
• Eagle Pcb
• Leadership
• Github
• Research