Hi, I'm Juan Castaño, a game and software developer based in Montevideo. I love turning ideas into interactive experiences using Unreal Engine, Unity, and modern development practices. I enjoy collaborating with designers and artists to craft engaging gameplay, polished UI, and robust online multiplayer features. I'm currently pursuing a Technological Bachelor's in Computer Science and Software Engineering, applying what I learn to real projects. My work includes an online survival horror game, Salesforce solutions for CRM optimization, and data migration tooling. I thrive in agile teams and enjoy learning new tools to ship quality software and games.

Juan Castaño

Hi, I'm Juan Castaño, a game and software developer based in Montevideo. I love turning ideas into interactive experiences using Unreal Engine, Unity, and modern development practices. I enjoy collaborating with designers and artists to craft engaging gameplay, polished UI, and robust online multiplayer features. I'm currently pursuing a Technological Bachelor's in Computer Science and Software Engineering, applying what I learn to real projects. My work includes an online survival horror game, Salesforce solutions for CRM optimization, and data migration tooling. I thrive in agile teams and enjoy learning new tools to ship quality software and games.

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Hi, I’m Juan Castaño, a game and software developer based in Montevideo. I love turning ideas into interactive experiences using Unreal Engine, Unity, and modern development practices. I enjoy collaborating with designers and artists to craft engaging gameplay, polished UI, and robust online multiplayer features.

I’m currently pursuing a Technological Bachelor’s in Computer Science and Software Engineering, applying what I learn to real projects. My work includes an online survival horror game, Salesforce solutions for CRM optimization, and data migration tooling. I thrive in agile teams and enjoy learning new tools to ship quality software and games.

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Experience Level

Expert
Expert
Expert
Intermediate

Language

English
Fluent
Spanish; Castilian
Fluent

Work Experience

Unreal Game Developer at Put More Tape
February 1, 2024 - Present
Implemented custom gameplay mechanics using Unreal Engine's Blueprint and C++ scripting to enhance game functionality. Developed a crafting system plugin with support for graph editing to enhance usability for designers. Designed and implemented advanced weapon systems, optimizing functionality and performance. Implemented testing tools, including exec functions, to streamline debugging processes. Enabled robust support for online multiplayer, ensuring smooth replication and latency handling. Contributed to the development of an online third-person survival horror game, focusing on immersive gameplay mechanics and UI.
Salesforce Developer & Scrum Master at Reverse Mortgage Funding
August 1, 2022 - February 28, 2023
Designing and implementing custom Salesforce solutions to meet business requirements, enhancing customer relationship management and operational efficiency. Leading Agile Scrum ceremonies (daily stand-ups, sprint planning, retrospectives) to ensure smooth project progress and team collaboration.
Netsuite Developer at Kavak
January 1, 2022 - August 31, 2022
Worked in a big data migration project as a member of the development team. Provided support to the help desk’s team in order to boost productivity.

Education

Technological bachelor's degree in computer science at Instituto Tecnológico de Informática, Montevideo
March 1, 2022 - April 25, 2026
Software Engineering at Universidad de la República, Montevideo
March 1, 2022 - April 25, 2026
Technological bachelor's degree in computer science at Instituto Tecnológico de Informática, Montevideo
March 1, 2022 - April 26, 2026
Software Engineering at Universidad de la República, Montevideo
March 1, 2022 - April 26, 2026

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Industry Experience

Gaming, Software & Internet, Media & Entertainment