Najla Hamza

Game Developer & Team Leader at Tech Horizon Ventures, Tunisia

Led a team of 8 members across 3 projects, managing the entire lifecycle of studio games. Developed a mobile endless runner exploring Saudi Arabia's landmarks, integrating Unity services such as Authentication and Leaderboard, and handling publishing on Android and iOS platforms. Implemented a VR virtual tour application featuring 15 Saudi historical sites, integrating real-time photo retrieval with smooth transitions to optimize content management. Developed AI chatbot with text and voice communication, voice/video calls using Agora SDK, queue management logic, and UI adaptation for client's themes using Unity and APIs.

Co-Founder & Game Artist at Kicksoft Studio, Tunisia

Co-founded and managed Kicksoft Studio, pitching in events and joining incubation programs. Directed art and design for multiple projects including a 2D Senegalese Wrestling Game with custom stylized characters and UI reflecting culture; a Visual Novel Game designing, rigging, and animating 2D characters with facial expressions; and a Basketball Manager 2D game building the visual identity, GDD, and UI systems from scratch. Collaborated directly with clients on app UI designs ensuring satisfaction and integration.

Game Developer at ORA Studio, Saudi Arabia (Remote)

Selected among 30 teams for CODE KSA incubation and acceleration program. Directed level design and gameplay mechanics for a 2.5D stealth puzzle platformer, implemented levels and AI-driven enemies, and optimized performance leading to a successful pre-alpha demo within 3 months.

Game Developer (Internship) at Coachess, Tunisia

Developed a multiplayer chess-themed 3D battle game, implementing character movements, multiplayer functionalities, and gameplay interactions. Developed using Unreal Engine, PlayFab, and Blender.

Android Developer (Internship) at SYMATIQUE, Tunisia

Developed an innovative Android application for local book borrowing and sharing. Handled front-end with Android Studio, back-end with Java, integrated web services, and implemented SQL Server and local SQL database to ensure offline navigation.

Game Developer & Team Leader at Tech Horizons Ventures

Leading a team of 8 across multiple game projects; delivering polished immersive titles using Unity, Unreal Engine, and VR/AR technologies; coordinating development cycles and contributing to AI chatbots integration.

Co-Founder & Game Artist at Kicksoft Studio

Co-founded and managed Kicksoft Studio; pitched at two events, joined three incubation programs, and led the overall art direction of three projects.

Android Developer (Internship) at Freelance / Personal Project

Developed an Android app enabling users to borrow and share books locally; built the front-end with Android Studio and the back-end with Java and REST services.

Game Developer (Internship) at Kicksoft Studio

Developed a multiplayer game featuring Chess themes with 3D character interactions; contributed to game design and implementation.

Co-Founder & Game Artist at Kicksoft Studio

Played a key role in establishing and managing Kicksoft Studio; pitched our studio at 2 events, joined 3 incubation programs, and led the overall art direction for three projects. Project: 2D Senegalese Wrestling Game.

Game Developer & Team Leader at Tech Horizons Gaming

Contributed to the entire life cycle of our gaming studio's games; led a team of 8 members across 3 projects.