Kadir Mert Okumus

Spearheaded integration of 3D rendering into the internal framework with zero impact on loading times, enabling richer visuals with no UX regressions. Created and maintained in-house libraries, frameworks, and game components to streamline development processes. Contributed to public repositories used internally, incorporating new features to enhance game development capabilities. Built to reduce 3D asset file sizes by 30%, improving download and memory characteristics on target platforms. Took hands-on responsibility in hiring, planning and delegating within the Frontend Team. Developed and delivered multiple popup slot games like Lucky Larry's Lobstermania.

Led the Free Play Team (6 people: 2 backend, 2 frontend including myself, 2 QA) and owned delivery for daily/monthly free game experiences. Created a nurturing and open feedback environment, promoted Agile practices, and bridged gaps between technical and non-technical stakeholders. Reduced delivery times through asset pipeline redesign, standardized skin templates, and automated deployment steps. Improved server response times through query optimizations and caching strategies.

Optimized and added scalability to core mechanics of mobile game Royal Match, emphasizing SOLID principles. Implemented new game items and gameplay features for each game update cycle (every 2 weeks).