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I'm a game programmer with a strong C++ foundation and a passion for crafting gameplay systems and solving problems. I've built games using SDL, OpenGL, Unreal Engine, and Unity, with a focus on delivering engaging, story-driven experiences. I'm excited about education-focused and cozy games, and I'm pursuing a Post‑Graduation Certificate in Games and Gamification in Education, along with a Game Programming Advanced Diploma, to blend pedagogy and play. I love collaborating in cross-functional teams and helping learners grow through games.…I'm a game programmer with a strong C++ foundation and a passion for crafting gameplay systems and solving problems. I've built games using SDL, OpenGL, Unreal Engine, and Unity, with a focus on delivering engaging, story-driven experiences. I'm excited about education-focused and cozy games, and I'm pursuing a Post‑Graduation Certificate in Games and Gamification in Education, along with a Game Programming Advanced Diploma, to blend pedagogy and play. I love collaborating in cross-functional teams and helping learners grow through games.

Carolina Oliveira

Game Developer, Programmer, Game Designer

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I'm a game programmer with a strong C++ foundation and a passion for crafting gameplay systems and solving problems. I've built games using SDL, OpenGL, Unreal Engine, and Unity, with a focus on delivering engaging, story-driven experiences. I'm excited about education-focused and cozy games, and I'm pursuing a Post‑Graduation Certificate in Games and Gamification in Education, along with a Game Programming Advanced Diploma, to blend pedagogy and play. I love collaborating in cross-functional teams and helping learners grow through games.…I'm a game programmer with a strong C++ foundation and a passion for crafting gameplay systems and solving problems. I've built games using SDL, OpenGL, Unreal Engine, and Unity, with a focus on delivering engaging, story-driven experiences. I'm excited about education-focused and cozy games, and I'm pursuing a Post‑Graduation Certificate in Games and Gamification in Education, along with a Game Programming Advanced Diploma, to blend pedagogy and play. I love collaborating in cross-functional teams and helping learners grow through games.

Available to hire

I’m a game programmer with a strong C++ foundation and a passion for crafting gameplay systems and solving problems. I’ve built games using SDL, OpenGL, Unreal Engine, and Unity, with a focus on delivering engaging, story-driven experiences.

I’m excited about education-focused and cozy games, and I’m pursuing a Post‑Graduation Certificate in Games and Gamification in Education, along with a Game Programming Advanced Diploma, to blend pedagogy and play. I love collaborating in cross-functional teams and helping learners grow through games.

Skills

C++

Unity

Unreal Engine 4

Experience Level

C++

Expert

Unity

Intermediate

Unreal Engine 4

Intermediate

Language

English

Fluent

Portuguese

Fluent

Work Experience

Lead Programmer / Game Designer / Project Manager at Doctor Who RPG

January 1, 2013 - Present

Built a structured, data‑driven turn‑based system in C++ using SDL1.2 and TinyXML; implemented core gameplay loops (combat, inventory, menus) and a data‑driven cutscene system with bilingual runtime XML support. Led technical direction and contributed to award recognition for implementation quality.

Lead Programmer at HackAttack

September 1, 2023 - Present

Designed reusable object architecture, implemented design-friendly parameterization for rapid iteration, and built core three-phase maze gameplay within game jam constraints using Game Maker.

Project Lead / Lead Programmer at BladesWork

September 1, 2024 - Present

Designed core gameplay systems (input, event system, asset manager); built a data-driven asset pipeline (TinyXML2) and a layered map system with collision and render/physics separation; created sprite animation system and led milestone planning.

Student Co-Researcher at Humber Polytechnic

January 1, 2026 - Present

Collaborate with a professor on a multimedia game-based learning framework; conduct literature reviews, plan and conduct interviews, analyze data, and contribute to academic publications.

Peer Tutor at Humber Polytechnic

January 1, 2024 - May 1, 2025

Tutored Game Programming, Game Physics I, and Computer Graphics (first-year courses); hosted 20+ drop-in sessions and 10+ one-on-one sessions; earned CRLA Level I certification.

Research Assistant at Humber Polytechnic

May 1, 2024 - September 1, 2024

Developed 44 instructional videos on beginner C++ topics for GAME 101; collaborated on scripts and production; enhanced course resources with multimedia content.

Server at Lynx Lounge

September 1, 2025 - November 1, 2025

Operated the register for pool, snack, and beverage sales; provided friendly customer service; maintained cleanliness and opening/closing tasks.

Server at Delmanor Village Gate West

May 1, 2025 - September 1, 2025

Served residents in dining and pub settings; supported breakfast, lunch, dinner shifts and server assistant tasks; helped improve workflow.

Server at Delmanor Village Gate West

January 1, 2022 - September 1, 2024

Performed dining service across breakfast, lunch, and dinner; contributed to a positive resident experience.