Experienced Unreal Engine Developer (Blueprint, C++) and software engineers with multiple years of experience in game development and software engineering, with a solid foundation in C++, Unreal Engine (Blueprints & C++), and a proven track record of delivering complex features across VR, mobile, and PC both single and multiplayer games, I am confident I can bring strong technical value and creative energy to your team.

Walid Chekkouri

Experienced Unreal Engine Developer (Blueprint, C++) and software engineers with multiple years of experience in game development and software engineering, with a solid foundation in C++, Unreal Engine (Blueprints & C++), and a proven track record of delivering complex features across VR, mobile, and PC both single and multiplayer games, I am confident I can bring strong technical value and creative energy to your team.

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Experienced Unreal Engine Developer (Blueprint, C++) and software engineers with multiple years of experience in game development and software engineering, with a solid foundation in C++, Unreal Engine (Blueprints & C++), and a proven track record of delivering complex features across VR, mobile, and PC both single and multiplayer games, I am confident I can bring strong technical value and creative energy to your team.

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Experience Level

Expert
Expert

Language

English
Fluent
Arabic
Fluent
French
Advanced

Work Experience

Founder & Engineer at ArtAR
July 2, 2022 - Present
Co-founded and engineered an AR/VR venture as part of the Gadget incubator program; led prototype development and pitched to clients.
Unreal Engine C++/BP GamePlay Programmer (Freelance) at Rara Games
July 2, 2025 - October 22, 2025
Developed gameplay mechanics for Unreal Engine 5 multiplayer experiences; implemented AI behaviors (attack, patrols), navigation, and gameplay systems; authored in-game UI integration.
Unreal Engine C++/BP GamePlay Programmer (Freelance) at Fracture Labs
July 2, 2023 - October 22, 2025
Contributed to a Decimated, a blockchain-based third-person multiplayer RPG developed in Unreal Engine 5 (C++/Blueprints); built core game systems, AI, networking, and performance optimizations.
Intern - C++ Software Engineer at 4D Logiciels
June 1, 2022 - Present
R&D on Entity Component System (ECS) architecture as an alternative to traditional OOD; memory-efficient methodologies; unit testing; connected PlayFab for authentication.
Founder & Engineer at ArtAR (Gadget incubator program)
July 1, 2022 - Present
SaaS mobile AR preview solution for art businesses; full-stack development of the SaaS, Shopify API integration, and product envisioning; founded and led ArtAR as part of Gadget incubator.
Unreal Engine C++/BP Gameplay Programmer at Rara Games
July 1, 2025 - October 22, 2025
Developed core gameplay systems for Unreal Engine, integrated GAS/ALS, authored AI behaviors and gameplay features, and built game-specific tooling and UI.
Unreal Engine C++/BP Gameplay Programmer (Freelance) at Fracture Labs
July 31, 2023 - October 22, 2025
Freelance UE4/UE5 programmer for a multiplayer online survival RPG; designed and implemented gameplay systems, optimized network replication, and integrated authentication and data tooling.
VR Game Developer (Freelance) at Haptonomia
August 1, 2022 - October 22, 2025
Developed VR eye-exam and immersive VR experiences; collaborated with a clinical partner to implement automated eye exam workflows and engaging gameplay mechanics.
Independent Game Developer at Self-employed / Indie
July 1, 2019 - October 22, 2025
Developed and published my first indie game; prototyped and implemented motion and AI systems; created in-game assets and delivered a real-time multiplayer-focused title.

Education

Engineering degree at UIR
January 11, 2030 - October 22, 2025
Nanodegree in C++ at Udacity
January 11, 2030 - October 22, 2025
Engineering Degree at UIR (Iran)
January 11, 2030 - October 22, 2025
Nanodegree in C++ at Udacity
January 11, 2030 - October 22, 2025

Qualifications

One To Watch Award - Game Development
January 11, 2030 - October 22, 2025
1 Million Arab Coders Initiative - Certification
January 11, 2030 - October 22, 2025
One To Watch Award - Game Dev Search For Astro 2021
January 11, 2030 - October 22, 2025
Front End Development Track - Certificate of Completion
January 11, 2030 - October 22, 2025
Parallel and Concurrent Programming with C++ - Certificate of Completion
January 11, 2030 - October 22, 2025
1 Million Arabic Coders Initiative - English Proficiency Certificate
January 11, 2030 - October 22, 2025
JNJD Competitive Programming Certificate
January 11, 2030 - October 22, 2025

Industry Experience

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