Hi, I’m Peter Hunter. I’m a qualified programmer with 18 years of experience in the Gaming and IT industry. I excel at solving technical problems, applying strong programming skills, practical experience, and sound judgment to help teams realise the project vision. I’ve led and contributed to multiple game projects, founded a small studio, ported games across PC and consoles, and collaborated with designers, artists, and writers. I’m proficient with C++, C#, Unreal Engine, GitHub, and various development workflows, and I thrive in teams that push creative boundaries while preserving attention to detail and performance.

Peter Hunter

Hi, I’m Peter Hunter. I’m a qualified programmer with 18 years of experience in the Gaming and IT industry. I excel at solving technical problems, applying strong programming skills, practical experience, and sound judgment to help teams realise the project vision. I’ve led and contributed to multiple game projects, founded a small studio, ported games across PC and consoles, and collaborated with designers, artists, and writers. I’m proficient with C++, C#, Unreal Engine, GitHub, and various development workflows, and I thrive in teams that push creative boundaries while preserving attention to detail and performance.

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Hi, I’m Peter Hunter. I’m a qualified programmer with 18 years of experience in the Gaming and IT industry. I excel at solving technical problems, applying strong programming skills, practical experience, and sound judgment to help teams realise the project vision.

I’ve led and contributed to multiple game projects, founded a small studio, ported games across PC and consoles, and collaborated with designers, artists, and writers. I’m proficient with C++, C#, Unreal Engine, GitHub, and various development workflows, and I thrive in teams that push creative boundaries while preserving attention to detail and performance.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Programmer at Wicked Workshop
August 12, 2019 - February 6, 2025
Programmer, reporting to Team Lead and Careers Manager. Worked remotely in teams to develop various games and projects. Programmed in C++, C#, Unreal Engine. Upgraded existing games, developed new games and ported to other platforms (PC, Xbox, PlayStation, Switch). Used version control with GitHub and Helix Core. Fixed bugs in C++/Unreal Engine and implemented enhancements including a new free camera. Optimized code for Switch. Contributed to a store plugin in Unreal Engine. Ported the PC game Age of Empires II to Xbox within the original design constraints.
Lead Programmer at Broken Chairs Games
July 1, 2013 - June 1, 2019
Founded a game development startup; led programming efforts. Collaborated with writers, designers, contractors, and clients. Programmed in C#, JavaScript, and GML within engine constraints to design and deliver three mobile games; deployed to Google Play and Apple Store.
IT Consultant at The Service Manager
February 1, 2016 - November 1, 2016
Provided helpdesk support for proprietary software, responding to queries and performing remote troubleshooting. Programmed in Visual Fox Pro, SQL, and Java. Documented issues and generated reports detailing common problems and solutions.
Computer Technician at Arhea
January 1, 2011 - October 13, 2025
Cash register sales, installation, and maintenance. Programmed computers and cash registers. Troubleshooting and repairing computers and cash registers.
Computer Technician at Optima Service Warehouse
June 1, 2007 - June 1, 2008
Troubleshooting issues with computers. Repairing computers. Parts issued, dispatch and receiving; warehousing responsibilities.

Education

Diploma of Digital and Interactive Games at North Sydney TAFE
July 1, 2011 - June 30, 2013
Microsoft Certified Technician at Data Dimension Learning
January 1, 2007 - January 1, 2007
A++ Certified Technician at Data Dimension Learning
January 1, 2007 - January 1, 2007
Diploma IT Website Development at NMIT TAFE
January 1, 2006 - January 1, 2006
Certificate IV in IT at Randwick TAFE
January 1, 2000 - January 1, 2000

Qualifications

Microsoft Certified Technician
January 1, 2007 - January 1, 2007
A++ Certified Technician
January 1, 2007 - January 1, 2007

Industry Experience

Gaming, Software & Internet, Professional Services, Education, Media & Entertainment