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Thomas Malandris
Mid-level Game Programmer specializing in Unreal Engine and C++ systems
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Unity/C# game developer who served as CEO and lead developer on the Unity 2D pixel RPG "Rum Runner's Revenge," owning technical direction, modular architecture, and core gameplay systems; the project earned a TIGA award nomination. Also shipped a commercial Unreal Engine title and built an adaptive difficulty system using player performance metrics, leveraging AI tools for rapid prototyping and debugging.
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Key Strengths
- Led and architected a Unity/C# game as CEO and lead developer
- Designed modular gameplay architecture (drag-and-drop behavior modules) for maintainability and extensibility
- Implemented core gameplay systems including HFSM player controller, interaction systems, and combat
- Managed team workflow and codebase stability via GitHub, ClickUp, and code reviews/integration
- Built adaptive difficulty system in Unreal Engine using player performance metrics and scoring
- Project recognition: Rum Runner's Revenge nominated for a TIGA award
Reference Highlights
- Turned around a stalled project quickly (demo ready in 6 weeks)
- High initiative (refactored the whole project without prompting)
- Strong technical problem diagnosis
- Clear communication with non-technical teammates
- Strong ownership and accountability
- Effective team leadership
- Data-driven and proactive about feedback
- Good at breaking work into manageable procedures
- Collaborative and alignment-focused in weekly meetings
- Organized under heavy workload; handled tasks step by step
- Keeps stakeholders updated on progress
- Creates helpful, information-packed documentation and videos
- Positive, lighthearted communication style
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