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Muhammad Shaheer Khan

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I am a Senior Gameplay Engineer with 6+ years of experience in Unreal Engine (C++/Blueprints), focused on gameplay programming, crafting complex mechanics, and optimizing AI performance.

About

I am a Senior Gameplay Engineer with 6+ years of experience in Unreal Engine (C++/Blueprints), focused on gameplay programming, crafting complex mechanics, and optimizing AI performance. I excel at building scalable tools for designers and enhancing player engagement, combining technical prowess with a collaborative mindset to deliver polished experiences.

In my recent roles, I led gameplay programming efforts for combat and stealth systems, optimized AI for intricate behaviors, and partnered with cross-disciplinary teams to refine tools and pipelines. I’m passionate about pushing the boundaries of interactive entertainment and am eager to contribute my skills to exciting game projects and innovative development tools.

  • 4 years' experience
  • Joined October 2025

Languages

  • EnglishFluent
  • UrduFluent

Industry experience

  • Gaming
  • Media & Entertainment
  • Software & Internet

Work experience· 7 roles

Lead Animation Programmer · ILHAM IncMar 2025 – Present · 1 yr 9 mos

Engineered an Animation Layering System integrated with Motion Matching; developed a Dynamic Parkour System (Ledge Climbing, Beam Walking, Vaults); implemented a Physics System with Physics Control for environmental interactions.

Programmer and Sound Designer · LiminaloreJun 2024 – Present · 2 yrs 6 mos

Shipped title: Liminalcore. Responsible for programming and sound design; collaborated with a partner to release a Steam psychological horror walking simulator with positive global reception.

Senior Unreal Engine Specialist · National University of Sciences and Technology (NUST)Mar 2024 – Oct 2025 · 1 yr 8 mos

Designed a VR training simulation; created a flexible mission framework; developed gameplay mechanics for military vehicles; managed network connectivity for multiplayer.

Gameplay Programmer and AI Programmer · Apprentice ArrivingNov 2023 – Present · 3 yrs 1 mo
Lead AI Programmer and Technical Artist · Shadow Owl StudiosOct 2023 – Present · 3 yrs 2 mos
Lead Gameplay Programmer · Meta Studios Creative Agency K.KFeb 2023 – Oct 2025 · 2 yrs 9 mos
Freelance Gameplay Programmer · Going GoldOct 2022 – Oct 2025 · 3 yrs 1 mo

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