Unity game developer with 6+ years of experience building gameplay systems, AI, UI, procedural generation, and game prototypes. Proven ability to scale and optimize game architecture while delivering polished player experiences through freelancing, published mobile work, and game jam leadership. Works across Unity/C# and related technologies to implement tools, SDK integrations, and performance improvements. Demonstrated leadership by founding studios, managing development teams, shipping a commercial mobile title, and mentoring 10+ students with personalized C#/C++/Unity learning paths.

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Unity game developer with 6+ years of experience building gameplay systems, AI, UI, procedural generation, and game prototypes. Proven ability to scale and optimize game architecture while delivering polished player experiences through freelancing, published mobile work, and game jam leadership. Works across Unity/C# and related technologies to implement tools, SDK integrations, and performance improvements. Demonstrated leadership by founding studios, managing development teams, shipping a commercial mobile title, and mentoring 10+ students with personalized C#/C++/Unity learning paths.

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Unity game developer with 6+ years of experience building gameplay systems, AI, UI, procedural generation, and game prototypes. Proven ability to scale and optimize game architecture while delivering polished player experiences through freelancing, published mobile work, and game jam leadership.

Works across Unity/C# and related technologies to implement tools, SDK integrations, and performance improvements. Demonstrated leadership by founding studios, managing development teams, shipping a commercial mobile title, and mentoring 10+ students with personalized C#/C++/Unity learning paths.

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Language

English
Fluent
Bulgarian
Fluent

Work Experience

Founder & Lead Developer at Gabro Byte Studio
January 1, 2026 - Present
Led a 3-person indie studio developing an original PC game. Responsible for gameplay programming, project management, and technical direction.
Freelance Programming Tutor at Freelance
January 1, 2026 - Present
Taught C#, C++, and Unity fundamentals to 10+ students through personalized lessons. Delivered practical instruction focused on building core programming and game development skills.
Freelance Game Developer at Freelance
January 1, 2025 - Present
Developed gameplay systems, user interfaces, and tools in Unity/C#. Created cross-platform mobile and web applications using Monaco. Worked across diverse gaming projects and enhanced client offerings through implemented features and systems.
Customer Support Specialist (English) at Founveloper (Medtronic project)
September 1, 2024 - March 1, 2025
Provided English technical customer support and resolved customer issues for Medtronic insulin pump users.
Game Jam Team Lead
January 1, 2023 - January 1, 2026
Led four different teams in 48-hour regional game jams, placing 1st (2023), 3rd (2024), 1st (2025), and 2nd (2026). Participated in numerous worldwide game jams both as a solo developer and as a team lead, delivering games under strict time constraints.
Independent Solo Project Developer at Independent
January 1, 2023 - January 1, 2024
Designed and implemented gameplay systems, AI behaviors, UI, procedural generation, and custom tools across multiple Unity projects. Additional experience includes .NET, JavaScript, HTML/CSS, Python, and C++.
Founder & Lead Developer at Waypoint4 Studio
January 1, 2021 - January 1, 2023
Led a 4-person team developing and publishing a commercial Unity mobile game on Google Play. Managed the project end-to-end (concept, planning, release), implemented gameplay systems and led game design, coordinated the team, optimized for mobile devices, and integrated mobile advertising SDKs.

Education

Diploma (Technical High School) at Technical High School “Nikola Vasiladi”
January 1, 2019 - January 1, 2024
Diploma at Technical High School "Nikola Vasiliadi"
January 1, 2019 - January 1, 2024

Qualifications

Software University programming basics
January 11, 2030 - August 25, 2026
C# Introduction
January 11, 2030 - August 25, 2026
C# Fundamentals
January 11, 2030 - August 25, 2026
C# OOP
January 11, 2030 - August 25, 2026
Application Programmer Certification
January 11, 2030 - August 25, 2026
National Competition Award - 1st Place (RTS and TD hybrid)
January 1, 2024 - August 25, 2026

Industry Experience

Gaming, Software & Internet, Education, Professional Services, Computers & Electronics

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