Daniel Johnsen Email & Phone Number

Somerville, MA, US

Boston, Massachusetts, United States

Menomonie, Wisconsin, United States

• As a Unity Developer for the UW-Stout MOC, I'm working on an educational simulation game designed for Android tablets using C# and the Unity Game Engine. Here are the key aspects of my role:𝐒𝐢𝐦𝐮𝐥𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐄𝐧𝐡𝐚𝐧𝐜𝐞𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭:
• Modifying and fine-tuning the educational simulation, ensuring it provides an engaging and effective learning experience.
• Conducting rigorous testing to identify and address any issues, resulting in a more robust and reliable product.𝐍𝐞𝐭𝐰𝐨𝐫𝐤𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐒𝐲𝐬𝐭𝐞𝐦 𝐑𝐞𝐟𝐢𝐧𝐞𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭:
• Building upon the existing TCP/UDP networking system to enhance its performance and reliability.
• Debugging and resolving issues, improving overall connectivity and user experience.𝐒𝐨𝐟𝐭𝐰𝐚𝐫𝐞 𝐃𝐞𝐬𝐢𝐠𝐧 𝐏𝐫𝐢𝐧𝐜𝐢𝐩𝐥𝐞𝐬:
• Regularly making use of Polymorphic Design, SOLID Principles, Inheritance, and Interfaces in my code.

• As UI Programmer for a 3D Grand Strategy title made in Unity, I play a crucial role in shaping the user experience. My main responsibilities include:𝐂𝐨𝐝𝐞 𝐃𝐞𝐯𝐞𝐥𝐨𝐩𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭:
• Developing clean and reusable code following best practices and modern Software Engineering principles in C#.
• Ensuring that the code adheres to proper structure and contains proper documentation𝐂𝐨𝐥𝐥𝐚𝐛𝐨𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐅𝐞𝐞𝐝𝐛𝐚𝐜𝐤:
• Regularly communicating with the project leader to understand requirements and vision.
• Actively modifying code based on feedback and functional tests, ensuring alignment with project goals.

• As a Software Engineering Intern on the Pricing Team, I actively contributed to the development and enhancement of critical systems. Here’s how I made an impact:𝐀𝐏𝐈𝐬, 𝐖𝐞𝐛 𝐀𝐩𝐩𝐬, 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐒𝐞𝐫𝐯𝐢𝐜𝐞𝐬:
• Collaborated closely with senior members of the Pricing Team to create, maintain, and modify APIs, web applications, and backend services using C#.
• Ensured seamless integration and functionality of these systems to support pricing strategies.
• Updated team documentation to accurately reflect the services associated with each product.𝐓𝐞𝐬𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐂𝐨𝐝𝐞 𝐑𝐞𝐥𝐢𝐚𝐛𝐢𝐥𝐢𝐭𝐲:
• Developed comprehensive functional, unit, and endpoint tests to validate code reliability.
• Rigorously tested and deployed code revisions through Azure Pipelines, ensuring robustness and adherence to CI/CD practices.𝐀𝐠𝐢𝐥𝐞 𝐂𝐨𝐥𝐥𝐚𝐛𝐨𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧:

• Led development of a dynamic web application using the Microsoft Power Platform. Collaborated closely with customers, conducted code reviews, performed validation testing, and meticulously documented the project.
• Designed and executed a comprehensive suite of manual test cases to evaluate the functionality, performance, and security of Enterprise Team applications
• Honored with the Student of the Year award from UW-Stout for my outstanding contributions to Hennepin County
• Demonstrated professionalism and strong teamwork during sprint reviews, project collaborations, daily standup meetings, and team communications.

Menomonie, Wisconsin, United States

• Fostered an environment that facilitated both living and learning. Through individualized meetings with residents, I ensured their academic needs were met.
• Played a key role in executing specific academic initiatives within the housing community. By coordinating with fellow hall staff members, I contributed to the overall success of our students.
• Met with over 80 residents, assisting them in developing personalized plans for academic achievement. Whether it was study strategies, time management, or goal setting, I provided valuable guidance.

Remote

• Taught grade school students the fundamentals of Game Design using Roblox and Lua, fostering their creativity and problem-solving skills.
• Developed and implemented a customized curriculum, ensuring that instruction aligned with each student’s unique goals and interests.
• Cultivated an inclusive learning environment, where every student felt valued and empowered to explore their creativity.

United States

• Guided young learners through the exciting process of creating their own games, fostering their creativity and problem-solving abilities.
• Developed a solid foundation in computer science concepts and deepened expertise in programming languages such as Scratch, JavaScript, Lua, and C#.
• Led an engaging game design summer camp, crafting a comprehensive curriculum that empowered students to build fun and interactive experiences using Scratch.

Minnetonka, Minnesota, United States

• Promoted to Party Team Lead in September 2019, demonstrating exceptional leadership and adaptability.
• Ensured seamless party experiences for guests by flexibly adjusting schedules, optimizing enjoyment.
• Trained and mentored new team members, equipping them with the skills to guide guests through engaging activities.

Greater Minneapolis-St. Paul Area

• Oversaw and managed attractions, ensuring seamless operations and guest satisfaction.
• Maintained impeccable cleanliness standards, contributing to a positive and hygienic environment.
• Crafted an engaging and exhilarating atmosphere for guests, making their experience truly memorable.

Bachelor Of Science - Bs, Computer Science (Game Design Focus), 3.9

Activities and Societies: International Game Developers Association | People's Organization of Network Gaming | Hall Leadership Committee.

Ux Design

An academic program I took at Minnetonka High School where we learned about UX and built UX solutions for Two Bettys Cleaning and Kiddy.

Middle School Degree, High School Student, 3.8

Activities and Societies: First mates, Backpack Tutoring, Improv Club, Science Olympiad, Robotics Club, Super Smash Bros Club, and Ski Club.