GAME ENGINEER

Location: Brazil
Rate, USD: $24 / hour
Work schedule: Full Time,
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Language skills: English, French, Portuguese, Spanish
Available for Hire: Yes

About me

I am a Technical Artist & Gameplay Programmer with expertise in data-driven workflows, blending shader programming (HLSL/ShaderLab), VFX, and Unity/Godot optimization with C#/GDScript gameplay systems. I leverage Unity DOTS for performance-focused AI/physics/multiplayer architectures and data science to refine player experiences. My goal is to bridge 3D art pipelines with engineering via toolchain automation, runtime-efficient asset strategies, and shader integration for end-to-end system execution. I have a strong background in game development, having worked on various projects that emphasize both technical and artistic skills. My experience includes optimizing rendering pipelines and crafting engaging gameplay mechanics. I am passionate about creating immersive experiences and continuously improving my skills in the gaming industry.

Professional area

Design & Media Developer & Engineer

Skills

Design Game Development OOP Scrum

Education

March 2021 — December 2024 Master Degree @ Pontifical Catholic University of Minas Gerais: The theses research is about Parallel Programming of Game Artificial Intelligence applied to Game Development and Performance Optimization.
July 2017 — July 2020 Technologist in Digital Games @ Pontifical Catholic University of Minas Gerais: Superior degree in game development of 3 years, covering programming, art, management, and agile methods.

Experience

November 2024 — April 2025 Tech Artist @ Curse Free Studios: Spearheaded camera system redesign, authored real-time VFX outline shaders, optimized mobile rendering pipelines/lighting, crafted power-up VFX, and integrated post-processing effects for cross-platform performance and visual polish.
August 2019 — Present Gameplay Programmer & Tech Artist @ Well Prepared Productions: Responsible for code game mechanics, UI, and art integration, also responsible for Tech Art directions, developing and maintaining the Unnatural Selection game.
July 2018 — October 2019 Game Developer @ Instituto de Direitos Humanos: Programmed and developed a mobile RPG, ‘Olavo’, of social impact with an educative approach.
July 2017 — Present Game Developer @ Freelancer: Worked on small projects (Mobile, PC) for companies around the world.