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Canton, GA, US

The Existence, US

• Developed and optimized Pragma backend in Kotlin, integrated Unreal 5 game with SDK updates, and refactored game client/server and backend flow.
• Provided insights on matchmaking systems and other functionalities based on work experience.
• Utilized AWS services for internal infrastructure, implemented Python for CI/CD, and set up pfSense and Pritunl VPN for enhanced security.

Started from the ground up building and leading the development team, mentoring programmers, bridging tech with art, and directing technical design. I developed design tools, build pipeline, and IT infrastructure. UE5, Gameplay, movement, abilities, and foundation work for the team to build on (C++ and blueprints). Built for Android, iOS, OS X, Linux, and.

Alpharetta, GA, US

In 2015, I was tasked with establishing Hi-Rez Studios' presence in Asia and solidifying its distribution relationship with Tencent, one of the largest internet companies in the world. As part of my role, I report to the U.S. Chief Executive Officer and Chief Technology Officer while residing and working in China.I successfully established our China-based.

Alpharetta, GA, US

I was promoted to lead all core system architecture and platform development as the company grew to 3 global studios (North America, Europe, and Asia), 200+ employees, and 15M+ subscribers. I managed this responsibility concurrently with my China-based accountability for the Tencent integration partnership.One of my notable achievements was personally.

Alpharetta, GA, US

I was the first employee recruited by a startup multi-player video game company. My role involved designing and implementing in-game systems as well as the back-end system in C++/SQL for online play in games such as Global Agenda, Tribes: Ascend, Smite, and Paladins. These systems allowed the company to launch game instances worldwide before cloud services.

Alpharetta, Georgia, US

• Orchestrated a new game studio under the umbrella of Hi-Rez Studios to later become its own company. Set up IT infrastructure, source control, and development pipeline.
• Developed initial UE4 (C++ and blueprints) game prototype to run on mobile devices, later expanding back into desktop.
• I integrated and streamlined the backend systems I brought from Hi-Rez for the new development processes.
• Managed IT systems for the group.
• Set up the projects/code to run on iOS and Android.

I was brought in to lead the design, development, and optimization of a large-scale payroll engine, time-tracking systems, and other business management solutions for big-box retailers like J.C. Penney and Blockbuster as part of the spinoff of this integrated enterprise software business from Radiant Systems.During my time there, I successfully shifted the.

After RapidFire Software was sold, I was hired by the company that acquired it to enhance Radiant's embedded POS system for clients such as PepsiCo, Yum, Circle K, Regal Cinemas, and others in the convenience store, restaurant, fast-food outlet, pizza delivery, movie theater, concession stand, and gas station market segments. My responsibilities included.

• I was hired as this company’s first employee. Within 2 years, I was leading a 10-member software engineering team in designing and developing POS, delivery, and inventory management applications for the restaurant and.
• Anticipated the needs of major clients like Pizza Hut’s largest franchisee, Godfather’s Pizza, and others
• Met with clients to define highly customized requirements
• As company grew, recruited and hired developers
• Mentored junior engineers as they took on more responsibility
• Embraced the early adoption of innovative technologies