Nathan Tran
Raleigh,NC
Summary
Computer Science student at NC State specializing in Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning with experience in software engineering and AI/XR research. Developed Python tools for backend testing and data analysis at Everi and research systems using Unity, computer vision, eye tracking, and multimodal sensing. Experienced in system integration, prototyping, debugging, testing, and performance optimization.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
Work History
Undergraduate Researcher
Extended Horizon Lab
Raleigh, North Carolina
01.2026 - Current
- Independently developed an eye-tracking XR research system using Meta Quest 3 and Pupil Labs Neon XR to process gaze, fixations, and attention data for proactive AI interactions.
- Developed AI-powered XR/MR systems using Unity, computer vision, eye tracking, AI agents, and multimodal sensing.
- Integrated ZED 2i stereo camera into a projection-based XR system, maintaining webcam compatibility and enhancing performance from 19 FPS to 26 FPS.
- Planned XR hardware and deployment by assessing projectors, cameras, computing requirements, equipment compatibility, physical setup, and budget constraints for optimal implementation.
- Contributed to UIST and CHI-related research through PulseCoach, conducting AR/MR user studies, prototyping, experimental evaluation, research writing, and producing a CHI submission video.
Software Engineering Intern
Everi Holdings Inc.
Spring Valley, Nevada
06.2025 - 08.2025
- Developed Python tools for transaction parsing, automated testing, and log analysis, enhancing identification of backend errors and performance issues.
- Developed algorithm prototypes and simulations to evaluate transaction-processing behavior and performance.
- Executed backend testing and debugging, contributing to faster and more reliable transaction processing.
- Analyzed transaction data and system logs to locate bottlenecks, troubleshoot failures, and improve system reliability.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Computer Science
North Carolina State University
Raleigh, NC05-2027
Skills
AI/XR: Computer Vision, Eye Tracking, AI Agents, Multimodal Sensing
Frameworks/Tools: Unity, OpenCV, Git
Languages: Python, Java, C, C, C#, JavaScript, SQL
Development: REST APIs, OOP, Data Structures, Unit Testing, Linux
Timeline
Undergraduate Researcher
Extended Horizon Lab
01.2026 - Current
Software Engineering Intern
Everi Holdings Inc.
06.2025 - 08.2025
Bachelor of Science - Computer Science
North Carolina State University