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Hi there! I’m Umair Khalid, a versatile game and software engineer with a passion for building scalable multiplayer experiences and immersive 3D apps. I specialize in Unity-based development, XR/VR, AI integration, backend systems, and end-to-end game production, collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality products across PC, console, and mobile platforms. I thrive on solving complex technical challenges, mentoring teammates, and refining development pipelines to ship reliable, performant experiences on time. I’m always eager to explore new tech, optimize gameplay, and contribute to exciting projects in gaming, AR/VR, and real-time interactive applications.…Hi there! I’m Umair Khalid, a versatile game and software engineer with a passion for building scalable multiplayer experiences and immersive 3D apps. I specialize in Unity-based development, XR/VR, AI integration, backend systems, and end-to-end game production, collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality products across PC, console, and mobile platforms. I thrive on solving complex technical challenges, mentoring teammates, and refining development pipelines to ship reliable, performant experiences on time. I’m always eager to explore new tech, optimize gameplay, and contribute to exciting projects in gaming, AR/VR, and real-time interactive applications.

Umair Khalid

Game Developer, Game Designer, Character Designer, +4

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Hi there! I’m Umair Khalid, a versatile game and software engineer with a passion for building scalable multiplayer experiences and immersive 3D apps. I specialize in Unity-based development, XR/VR, AI integration, backend systems, and end-to-end game production, collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality products across PC, console, and mobile platforms. I thrive on solving complex technical challenges, mentoring teammates, and refining development pipelines to ship reliable, performant experiences on time. I’m always eager to explore new tech, optimize gameplay, and contribute to exciting projects in gaming, AR/VR, and real-time interactive applications.…Hi there! I’m Umair Khalid, a versatile game and software engineer with a passion for building scalable multiplayer experiences and immersive 3D apps. I specialize in Unity-based development, XR/VR, AI integration, backend systems, and end-to-end game production, collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality products across PC, console, and mobile platforms. I thrive on solving complex technical challenges, mentoring teammates, and refining development pipelines to ship reliable, performant experiences on time. I’m always eager to explore new tech, optimize gameplay, and contribute to exciting projects in gaming, AR/VR, and real-time interactive applications.

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Hi there! I’m Umair Khalid, a versatile game and software engineer with a passion for building scalable multiplayer experiences and immersive 3D apps. I specialize in Unity-based development, XR/VR, AI integration, backend systems, and end-to-end game production, collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality products across PC, console, and mobile platforms.

I thrive on solving complex technical challenges, mentoring teammates, and refining development pipelines to ship reliable, performant experiences on time. I’m always eager to explore new tech, optimize gameplay, and contribute to exciting projects in gaming, AR/VR, and real-time interactive applications.

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Work Experience

Head of Unity Development at Virtua / Big Immersive

March 1, 2022 - Present

Leading Unity development across multiple platforms (iOS, Android, PC/VR). Responsible for architecture, feature design, and coordination of cross-disciplinary teams; mentored junior developers; delivered high-quality, cross-platform games with robust VR/AR integration.

Senior Unity Engineer at GameView Studios

June 1, 2011 - February 28, 2014

Led Unity-based game development, implemented core gameplay mechanics, optimized performance, and mentored junior engineers. Conducted production planning and collaborated with cross-functional teams to deliver mobile titles.

Principal Software Engineer at Big Immersive (Virtua)

March 1, 2022 - Present

Led development on AAA, mobile, and Web3 games; delivered scalable, high-performance experiences; led cross-functional development teams; implemented Firebase Realtime Database and Firestore for cloud-based data storage, user progression tracking, and leaderboards; built real-time multiplayer experiences using Python, Fusion 1 & Fusion 2; designed matchmaking, lobbies, sessions, chat system and friends system; implemented user authentication using Firebase, OAuth, JWT and third-party login providers; debugged and resolved issues reported by testers or users; focused on improving overall gameplay quality and fixing technical issues.

Senior Unity Developer at Galassia Studios / Sunstar Technology Group LLC

November 1, 2014 - November 1, 2015

Led Unity-based game development for a software consulting firm focused on systems for financial institutions and games; collaborated with cross-disciplinary teams, performed testing and optimization, and contributed to multi-platform game releases.

Senior Unity Developer at GameView Studios

June 1, 2011 - February 1, 2014

Led development of Unity-based games; managed development lifecycle, performed QA and debugging, and contributed to game architecture and optimization; launched titles across WebGL, iOS, Android and other platforms.