I am an AI developer specializing in Generative AI, MCP, RAG, and knowledge-graph-based QA. I have hands-on experience deploying agentic workflows on Azure AI and Google Cloud Platform, LiteLLM, vector and graph databases, and Python. My PhD research focused on document understanding and information extraction for decision support, blending theory with practical engineering.\n\nI enjoy building knowledge graphs and Retrieval-Augmented Generation systems that enable faithful, decision-supporting QA in real-world applications. I combine research insights with software development to deliver scalable AI solutions for business processes.

ZENGKUN LIU

I am an AI developer specializing in Generative AI, MCP, RAG, and knowledge-graph-based QA. I have hands-on experience deploying agentic workflows on Azure AI and Google Cloud Platform, LiteLLM, vector and graph databases, and Python. My PhD research focused on document understanding and information extraction for decision support, blending theory with practical engineering.\n\nI enjoy building knowledge graphs and Retrieval-Augmented Generation systems that enable faithful, decision-supporting QA in real-world applications. I combine research insights with software development to deliver scalable AI solutions for business processes.

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I am an AI developer specializing in Generative AI, MCP, RAG, and knowledge-graph-based QA. I have hands-on experience deploying agentic workflows on Azure AI and Google Cloud Platform, LiteLLM, vector and graph databases, and Python. My PhD research focused on document understanding and information extraction for decision support, blending theory with practical engineering.\n\nI enjoy building knowledge graphs and Retrieval-Augmented Generation systems that enable faithful, decision-supporting QA in real-world applications. I combine research insights with software development to deliver scalable AI solutions for business processes.

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Language

English
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Work Experience

AI Developer at SmartSpace.ai
August 1, 2024 - Present
Deployed LLMs on cloud platforms including Azure AI and Google Cloud Platform. Developed AI Agents utilizing LLMs to enhance business processes. Created Agentic Workflows tailored for business applications.
Research Assistant at University of Auckland
June 1, 2024 - October 9, 2025
Developed a knowledge‑graph Q&A system for sports‑science etiologies (disease causes): extraction (NER/RE) and LLM‑grounded QA, improving diagnostic workflow efficiency.
Data Analyst at Weichai Power Co., Ltd.
July 1, 2019 - October 9, 2025
Led remaining useful life (RUL) prediction for machinery using ML; Built a reporting and visualization platform with SQL, Python, and Tableau to track KPIs.
AI Developer at SmartSpace.ai
August 1, 2024 - Present
Deployed LLMs on cloud platforms including Azure AI and Google Cloud Platform. Developed AI Agents utilizing LLMs to enhance business processes. Created Agentic Workflows tailored for business applications.
Research Assistant at University of Auckland
June 1, 2024 - October 9, 2025
Developed a knowledge-graph Q&A system for sports-science etiologies (disease causes): extraction (NER/RE) and LLM-grounded QA, improving diagnostic workflow efficiency.
Data Analyst at Weichai Power Co., Ltd.
July 1, 2019 - October 9, 2025
Led remaining useful life (RUL) prediction for machinery using ML; Built a reporting and visualization platform with SQL, Python, and Tableau to track KPIs.
AI Developer at SmartSpace.ai
August 1, 2024 - Present
Responsible for designing and implementing Agentic Workflows. Deployed LLMs on cloud platforms (Azure AI and Google Cloud Platform), developed AI Agents to optimize business processes, and crafted agentic workflows tailored for business applications.
Research Assistant at University of Auckland
June 1, 2024 - October 9, 2025
Developed a knowledge-graph Q&A system for sports-science etiologies (disease causes): extraction (NER/RE) and LLM-grounded QA, contributing to a more efficient diagnostic workflow.
Data Analyst at Weichai Power Co., Ltd.
July 1, 2019 - October 9, 2025
Led remaining useful life (RUL) prediction for machinery using ML; built a reporting and visualization platform with SQL, Python, and Tableau to track KPIs.
AI Developer at SmartSpace.ai
August 1, 2024 - Present
Deployed LLMs on cloud platforms including Azure AI and Google Cloud Platform. Developed AI Agents utilizing LLMs to enhance business processes. Created Agentic Workflows tailored for business applications.
Research Assistant at University of Auckland
June 1, 2024 - October 9, 2025
Developed a knowledge-graph Q&A system for sports-science etiologies (disease causes): extraction (NER/RE) and LLM-grounded QA, improving diagnostic workflow efficiency.
Data Analyst at Weichai Power Co., Ltd.
July 1, 2019 - October 9, 2025
Led remaining useful life (RUL) prediction for machinery using ML; Built a reporting and visualization platform with SQL, Python, and Tableau to track KPIs.

Education

PhD Mechanical Engineering at University of Auckland
October 1, 2020 - October 1, 2024
M.S. Mechanical Engineering (Visiting) at Tsinghua University
July 1, 2016 - May 1, 2018
M.S. Mechanical Engineering at University of Electronic Science and Technology of China
September 1, 2015 - June 1, 2018
B.S. Mechanical Engineering at Shandong University of Science and Technology
September 1, 2011 - June 1, 2015
Ph.D. Mechanical Engineering at University of Auckland
October 1, 2020 - October 1, 2024
M.S. Mechanical Engineering (Visiting student) at Tsinghua University
July 1, 2016 - May 1, 2018
M.S. Mechanical Engineering at University of Electronic Science and Technology of China
September 1, 2015 - June 1, 2018
B.S. Mechanical Engineering at Shandong University of Science and Technology
September 1, 2011 - June 1, 2015
Ph.D. Mechanical Engineering at University of Auckland
October 1, 2020 - October 1, 2024
M.S. Mechanical Engineering at Tsinghua University
July 1, 2016 - May 1, 2018
M.S. Mechanical Engineering at University of Electronic Science and Technology of China
September 1, 2015 - June 1, 2018
B.S. Mechanical Engineering at Shandong University of Science and Technology
September 1, 2011 - June 1, 2015
PhD in Mechanical Engineering at University of Auckland
October 1, 2020 - October 1, 2024
Master of Science in Mechanical Engineering (Visiting) at Tsinghua University
July 1, 2016 - May 1, 2018
Master of Science in Mechanical Engineering at University of Electronic Science and Technology of China
September 1, 2015 - June 1, 2018
Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering at Shandong University of Science and Technology
September 1, 2011 - June 1, 2015

Qualifications

Microsoft Certified Professional (MCP)
January 11, 2030 - October 9, 2025
Microsoft Certified Professional (MCP)
January 11, 2030 - October 9, 2025

Industry Experience

Software & Internet, Education, Professional Services, Media & Entertainment, Manufacturing