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I am a driven game engineer with expertise in Unreal Engine, Unity, AI, and blockchain integration. I deliver high-performance multiplayer systems and immersive gameplay experiences while building scalable tools for developers and designers. I thrive on cross-disciplinary collaboration to turn complex ideas into polished software, and I am passionate about secure, scalable blockchain integration across platforms to empower players and studios alike.…I am a driven game engineer with expertise in Unreal Engine, Unity, AI, and blockchain integration. I deliver high-performance multiplayer systems and immersive gameplay experiences while building scalable tools for developers and designers. I thrive on cross-disciplinary collaboration to turn complex ideas into polished software, and I am passionate about secure, scalable blockchain integration across platforms to empower players and studios alike.

Ektishaf Ahwaz

Game Developer, Blockchain Developer, Full Stack Developer, +2

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I am a driven game engineer with expertise in Unreal Engine, Unity, AI, and blockchain integration. I deliver high-performance multiplayer systems and immersive gameplay experiences while building scalable tools for developers and designers. I thrive on cross-disciplinary collaboration to turn complex ideas into polished software, and I am passionate about secure, scalable blockchain integration across platforms to empower players and studios alike.…I am a driven game engineer with expertise in Unreal Engine, Unity, AI, and blockchain integration. I deliver high-performance multiplayer systems and immersive gameplay experiences while building scalable tools for developers and designers. I thrive on cross-disciplinary collaboration to turn complex ideas into polished software, and I am passionate about secure, scalable blockchain integration across platforms to empower players and studios alike.

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I am a driven game engineer with expertise in Unreal Engine, Unity, AI, and blockchain integration. I deliver high-performance multiplayer systems and immersive gameplay experiences while building scalable tools for developers and designers.

I thrive on cross-disciplinary collaboration to turn complex ideas into polished software, and I am passionate about secure, scalable blockchain integration across platforms to empower players and studios alike.

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Work Experience

Integration Engineer at PlayTradeX

September 1, 2024 - Present

Developed custom Unity and Unreal Engine plugins to streamline blockchain marketplace features across internal and third-party games. Implemented secure, real-time blockchain connectivity, NFT trading systems, and Play-to-Earn mechanics. Built optimized back-end and front-end systems to support instant, low-latency transactions and in-game wallets for token and NFT storage.

Senior Unreal Engine Developer at Shiba Inu Inc

April 1, 2024 - August 31, 2024

Engineered ERC-20 and ERC-1155 smart contracts aligned with Ethereum standards, improved NFT gameplay and security; optimized gas costs; integrated blockchain features into Unreal Engine enabling real-time smart contract interactions; built Unreal plugins and cryptographic wallet authentication with MetaMask; deployed scalable backend APIs, staking, IPFS metadata management, and full-stack integrations for mainnet/testnet launches.

Unreal Engine Library Developer at Mod.io Pty Ltd

February 1, 2023 - February 29, 2024

Engineered a Common UI abstraction layer in Unreal Engine (C++/Blueprint), streamlining development pipelines and improving studio efficiency. Built cross-platform pipelines for PS4, PS5, Xbox, Linux, and Switch; optimized C++ codebase and integrated Blueprint with modules; developed custom Unreal Editor modules, UGC workflows, widgets, and AI systems with Behavior Trees, EQS, and dynamic NavMesh.

Game Engineer at Ankr

February 1, 2022 - January 31, 2023

Developed an Unreal Engine inventory system for in-game items and NFTs; designed smart contracts for minting characters and wearables; implemented Binary Canonical Serialization (BCS), MetaMask wallet connectivity, cryptographic libraries, and transaction-signing tools for Aptos and Ethereum.

Software Engineer II at MyWhoosh Technology LLC

March 1, 2020 - February 28, 2022

Configured Unreal Engine multiplayer servers to ensure 99.9% stability; engineered Bluetooth, ANT+, and LAN plugins for real-time device communication; developed trainer metric systems and integrated Apple iWatch support, enhancing analytics and cross-device gameplay.

Senior Game Developer at DMAX Studio

March 1, 2019 - March 31, 2020

Engineered tile-based endless environment algorithms; developed intuitive UI flows, level designs, character animations, shaders, and visual effects; implemented AI systems, responsive player controllers, and navigation agents; built secure in-app purchase mechanisms and streamlined animation pipelines to boost engagement and revenue potential.

Unity Developer at The Knights Pvt Ltd

February 1, 2019 - April 30, 2019

Built sprint, rope-throwing, and runtime building systems; optimized CPU/GPU performance and frame rates; collaborated with designers in agile workflows to turn concepts into functional features efficiently.

Senior Software Engineer at Strata Mixed Reality Inc

July 1, 2017 - February 28, 2019

Implemented ARKit, ARCore, and Vuforia SDKs for cross-platform AR experiences; developed real-time object tracking, AR measurement tools, 3D model rendering, VR environments, and interactive triggers; optimized performance and integrated WebView for multi-platform reliability.

Senior Unity Developer at Technokeet (Pvt) Ltd

January 1, 2016 - June 30, 2017

Designed immersive game levels, player controls, AI pathfinding, UI systems, and interactive physics; crafted HLSL shaders, real-time leaderboards, cross-platform optimizations, and thorough testing to ensure cohesive gameplay.

Senior Unity Developer at Zekab International Limited

January 1, 2014 - December 31, 2015

Engineered character animations, attack/defense mechanics, player controls, and physics integration; developed menus, UI systems, and cross-platform optimizations for intuitive navigation and stable performance.

Unity Developer at Koggok Studio

February 1, 2010 - December 31, 2013

Integrated FBX models, animations, lighting, and terrain systems; optimized assets to improve performance and frame rate stability; collaborated with designers and animators to ensure cohesive environments.

Game Engine Developer at Self-Employed

June 1, 2003 - December 31, 2010

Developed 2D and 3D game engines using DirectX, Visual C#, DirectInput, DirectSound, and Farseer Physics; engineered sprite animation, grid-based level editors, multiplayer combat, and 3D model transformations for seamless real-time gameplay.

Game Engineer at DMAX Studio

March 1, 2019 - March 1, 2020

Engineered tile-based endless environment algorithms and optimized gameplay; intuitive UI flows, level designs, character animations, shaders, and visual effects to boost player engagement and retention; implemented AI systems, responsive player controllers, and navigation agents for dynamic NPC behaviors; built secure in-app purchase mechanisms and streamlined animation pipelines to increase revenue potential while ensuring high-quality gameplay across devices.

Senior Game Developer at The Knights Pvt Ltd

March 1, 2019 - March 1, 2020

Built immersive game levels, player controls, AI pathfinding, UI systems, and interactive physics to enhance player engagement; developed UI elements and features with performance improvements; improved overall gameplay experience.

Senior Software Engineer at Self-Employed

June 1, 2003 - December 1, 2010