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I’m Damien Sobha, a hands-on game developer with a focus on Unity and multi-platform game creation. I’ve built 2D, 3D, and VR experiences, and I enjoy turning ideas into polished playables by implementing core systems like AI behavior, procedural generation, UI, and inventory management.\n\nI’m eager to contribute to meaningful, quirky, and story-driven indie games. I thrive in collaborative settings, love storytelling and AI, and I’m motivated to craft immersive gameplay with thoughtful player experiences.
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Language
French
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English
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Spanish; Castilian
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Work Experience
Game Developer & Software Engineer at Independent Projects & University Work
March 22, 2022 - October 10, 2025Developed and published multiple 2D, 3D, and VR games, focusing on dynamic difficulty adjustment. Designed and implemented multiplayer networking using Mirror, Netcode for GameObjects, and Unity Relay & Lobby. Created procedural dungeon generation, inventory systems, and AI-driven enemy behaviour. Integrated Google Sign-In authentication and Firebase for game data storage. Developed a Match-3 puzzle game with dynamic difficulty. Worked on full-stack development, designing websites and handling backends. Built and deployed RESTful APIs and microservices for game data management and user authentication. Configured CI/CD pipelines for seamless game updates and server maintenance.
Study Support Assistant at University of Sunderland
September 11, 2023 - January 10, 2024Provided academic guidance in programming and game development, helping students enhance their technical skills and overall performance. Assisted in C# game development and AI integration workshops within Unity, offering hands-on support for Unity-based projects through debugging, system design, and learning resources.
Collaborated on developing multiple Unity games across 2D, 3D, VR, and mobile platforms, building core gameplay systems including AI behaviour, procedural generation, UI, and inventory management. Implemented multiplayer networking using Mirror, Unity Netcode, and Relay services, and integrated cloud saves and authentication via Firebase and Google Sign-In.
Additionally, provided technical support in JavaScript, C#, and Python, contributed to AI scripting workshops, and worked on platform performance optimization. Volunteered in charity services and community support, strengthening teamwork and communication skills in collaborative environments.
IT Student Assistant at Amplifon LTD
October 1, 2019 - November 30, 2019Monitored multiple databases for company inventory and optimized data tracking. Assisted in minor software troubleshooting and backend maintenance.
Independent Game & Software Developer at Self-employed
June 1, 2024 - October 8, 2025Developed several Unity-based games across 2D, 3D, VR, and mobile platforms. Built core systems including AI behavior, procedural generation, UI, and inventory management. Implemented multiplayer networking using Mirror, Unity Netcode, and Relay services. Integrated cloud saves and authentication using Firebase and Google Sign-In. Provided technical support to students in programming (JavaScript, C#, Python) and application development. Troubleshooting code, optimized performance, and guided backend and API integrations. Assisted in delivering workshops on AI scripting and platform performance optimization.
Study Support Assistant at University of Sunderland
June 1, 2024 - October 8, 2025Supported students with programming tasks and game development projects, contributing to several Unity-based games across 2D, 3D, VR, and mobile platforms. Built core systems including AI behavior, procedural generation, UI, and inventory management; assisted with multiplayer networking and cloud authentication.
IT Student Assistant at Amplifon Ltd
November 1, 2019 - October 8, 2025Supported back-end database monitoring and streamlined internal tracking systems during a short-term internship.
Education
BSc at University of Sunderland
September 13, 2021 - June 27, 2025Higher National Diploma at Loreto College Manchester
January 1, 2018 - December 31, 2020GCSEs at Saint Paul's Catholic High School
January 1, 2015 - December 31, 2018BSc in Game Development at University of Sunderland
January 1, 2018 - January 1, 2020Higher National Diploma IT & Business at Loreto College Manchester
January 1, 2015 - January 1, 2018Qualifications
BSc Game Development
September 13, 2021 - June 27, 2025IT certified
January 11, 2013 - July 13, 2013Industry Experience
Gaming, Software & Internet, Education, Media & Entertainment, Professional Services
A VR prototype I developed in collaboration with two other developers. Step into a realistic warehouse environment and operate a forklift in virtual reality, focusing on core mechanics, controls, and immersive interaction for the company VanTect during my university project. We also received positive feedback from the company after delivering.
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