Christopher Ballinger Email & Phone Number

As an AI engineer with a PhD in Computer Science & Engineering with a focus on using machine-learning in games, I am deeply engaged in all facets of AI and ML R&D in simulations for many different fields. I am highly skilled in navigating uncharted territories, utilizing my extensive expertise in C++, Python, C#, JavaScript, Unity, Unreal, and other tools to solve complex engineering problems. Let's connect and explore the endless possibilities of AI-powered innovation together!As a programming generalist in the game industry, I contributed to the development of games such as the Bioshock Collection, Borderlands, XCOM, and The Sims 4. I gained a wide breadth of experiences by developing solutions to problems that spanned across platform library integration, achievements, cloud data syncing, physics, user management, and bug fixing. Being highly personable and effective in communication, I bridged gaps between teams and disciplines, ensuring a fluid work environment.In my current position as a machine learning expert and software engineer for realistic simulations, I juggle multiple roles and wear many different hats. As a leader, I mentor junior engineers and extensively participate in all stages of the software development lifecycle to deliver the final product for projects of various sizes and scopes. As a researcher, I investigate cutting edge machine learning techniques, contribute to award-winning conference publications, and advance the state-of-the-art. As an engineer, I employ ML to identify, classify, predict, and generate intelligent agent behaviors and perform data analysis on my results.The core of my professional values are rooted in learning and patience. I believe that in order to reach our full potential, both as individuals and as a team, we must approach all problems with a collaborative spirit, a positive attitude, and a willingness to learn from each others successes and mistakes. I'm always eager to learn and take great satisfaction in expanding the breadth and depth of my skillset. Learning also drives my aspiration to further explore the potential of AI and ML in games and simulations, and work on projects that challenge me to push my boundaries and continue my growth as a well-rounded software engineer. This learning-centric perspective has given me great versatility, enabling me to quickly adapt to unfamiliar domains and acquire new skills as the need arises.Feel free to reach out on email to explore potential collaborations, share insights, or discuss exciting opportunities. Let's create something remarkable together!

Listed skills include C++, Python, Artificial Intelligence, Software Development, and 13 others.