Experienced development lead and manager, with a proven record building, steering, and mentoring teams to successful delivery on complex and high-budget projects. I am passionate about tech and design, and how great engineering, UX, storytelling, and the use of tech can together create captivating, empowering experiences. I thrive on leading multi-disciplinary teams, shaping product direction, and delivering results that balance quality, speed, and business impact. I love exploring how technology can enhance user experiences and storytelling.

Robbie Cargill

Experienced development lead and manager, with a proven record building, steering, and mentoring teams to successful delivery on complex and high-budget projects. I am passionate about tech and design, and how great engineering, UX, storytelling, and the use of tech can together create captivating, empowering experiences. I thrive on leading multi-disciplinary teams, shaping product direction, and delivering results that balance quality, speed, and business impact. I love exploring how technology can enhance user experiences and storytelling.

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Experienced development lead and manager, with a proven record building, steering, and mentoring teams to successful delivery on complex and high-budget projects. I am passionate about tech and design, and how great engineering, UX, storytelling, and the use of tech can together create captivating, empowering experiences.

I thrive on leading multi-disciplinary teams, shaping product direction, and delivering results that balance quality, speed, and business impact. I love exploring how technology can enhance user experiences and storytelling.

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Language

English
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Work Experience

Co-founder at Buildstash
January 1, 2024 - Present
Co-founded dev tools startup building a product for managing binaries and releases across apps, games, and embedded software. Built the web platform, apps, and all CI integrations. Techstars-backed startup. Fundraising and sales.
Product & Tech Lead at Changingday
January 1, 2020 - January 1, 2023
Responsible for hiring and fostering an effective collaborative project team of developers, designers, and artists; establishing processes for team and project management, ensuring a seamless remote workflow. Steered launch of BLINNK and the Vacuum of Space on VR platforms - PS VR2, Meta Quest, and Steam - through concept dev, design, implementation, and publishing. Responsible for PM, product and technical direction.
Head of Development at Soluis Technologies
January 1, 2016 - January 1, 2020
Led visualisation studio Soluis's team of developers and designers, delivering high-quality immersive interactive experiences for clients across AEC, pharmaceuticals, cinema, marketing, and heritage. Implemented significant improvements in workflow, efficiency, and collaboration. Managed cross-disciplinary teams on successful delivery of strategically critical, high-budget and profile projects.
Senior Developer at Soluis Technologies
January 1, 2014 - January 1, 2016
Led multidisciplinary development efforts within Soluis, delivering immersive interactive experiences and improving workflow and collaboration across teams.
Developer / Founder at Bright Static Media
January 1, 2011 - January 1, 2014
Platform for client work; delivered wide range of games and interactive media for high-profile brands; responsible for coding, design, and project management.
Developer at The Story Mechanics
January 1, 2012 - January 1, 2013
Developed cross-platform adaptation of The 39 Steps; involved game play systems, Steam Works, and Android port.
Contracted Build Pipeline Consultant at Maze Theory
January 1, 2024 - Present
Contracted to plan and implement a build pipeline for Unity projects using GitHub Actions, rolling out on Thief VR: Legacy of Shadow.

Education

BSc (Hons) Computer Game Applications Development at University of Alberta
January 1, 2008 - January 1, 2012

Qualifications

Techstars NYC Alumni
January 1, 2024 - April 1, 2026
DAQRI Hackathon Winner
January 1, 2015 - April 1, 2026
Dare to be Digital
January 1, 2011 - April 1, 2026

Industry Experience

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