I am Chris Andrade Sr., an experienced game developer and designer with over 11 years in the industry. I specialize in high-performance games and interactive applications across mobile, PC, and AR platforms, focusing on gameplay systems, UI, level design, and optimization. I am passionate about crafting engaging user experiences and delivering scalable, fluid solutions from concept to launch. I have a strong background in game, narrative, and level design, complemented by coding expertise and architecture skills. As a freelancer and contractor, I have led diverse projects worldwide and currently serve as a Senior Unity Developer and Lead Game Developer managing a fully remote international team to create high-quality gameplay experiences.

Chris Andrade Sr.

I am Chris Andrade Sr., an experienced game developer and designer with over 11 years in the industry. I specialize in high-performance games and interactive applications across mobile, PC, and AR platforms, focusing on gameplay systems, UI, level design, and optimization. I am passionate about crafting engaging user experiences and delivering scalable, fluid solutions from concept to launch. I have a strong background in game, narrative, and level design, complemented by coding expertise and architecture skills. As a freelancer and contractor, I have led diverse projects worldwide and currently serve as a Senior Unity Developer and Lead Game Developer managing a fully remote international team to create high-quality gameplay experiences.

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I am Chris Andrade Sr., an experienced game developer and designer with over 11 years in the industry. I specialize in high-performance games and interactive applications across mobile, PC, and AR platforms, focusing on gameplay systems, UI, level design, and optimization. I am passionate about crafting engaging user experiences and delivering scalable, fluid solutions from concept to launch.

I have a strong background in game, narrative, and level design, complemented by coding expertise and architecture skills. As a freelancer and contractor, I have led diverse projects worldwide and currently serve as a Senior Unity Developer and Lead Game Developer managing a fully remote international team to create high-quality gameplay experiences.

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Language

English
Fluent
Spanish; Castilian
Fluent
Japanese
Beginner

Work Experience

Sr. Game Developer and Designer (Freelance/Contractor) at Self-employed
January 1, 2016 - Present
As a freelance/contractor developer and designer, I lead the development of games and interactive experiences across multiple platforms. I specialize in gameplay systems, UI, level design, and optimization across diverse genres and clients. My focus is on creating engaging user experiences and clean, maintainable architectures.
Sr. Unity Developer at BairesDev
January 1, 2023 - Present
I worked as a Senior Unity Developer for Zaag University, a Canadian medical institution. I developed an XR/AR educational application to enhance interactive learning for medical students. Responsibilities included implementing immersive features, optimizing for various devices, and ensuring smooth, intuitive user experiences tailored to academic environments.
Sr. Software Developer at ITworks
February 28, 2022 - August 8, 2025
Contributed to the development of Cambium, a specialized CAD/CAM software for Hans Hundegger, as part of an international team. Focused on implementing core system features using C#, Pascal/Delphi, and C++. Enhanced abilities in writing efficient code for complex systems and collaborating effectively across borders in a professional environment.
Lead Game Developer and Designer at Colún Games
April 30, 2025 - August 8, 2025
As Lead at Colún Games, I manage a fully remote international team across multiple cultures and time zones. Coordinated creative and technical aspects of development to foster clear communication and collaboration. Focused on building engaging, high-quality gameplay experiences while guiding the team from concept to execution. Currently developing and preparing to release the studio's first title.
Sr. Game Developer and Designer (Freelance/Contractor) at Self-employed
January 1, 2016 - Present
Led development of games and interactive experiences across several platforms, specializing in gameplay systems, UI, level design, and optimization. Worked with diverse genres and clients focusing on engaging user experiences and clean, maintainable architectures.
Sr. Unity Developer at BairesDev
January 1, 2023 - Present
Developed an XR/AR educational application for Zaag University to enhance interactive learning experiences for medical students. Implemented immersive features, optimized performance across devices, and ensured smooth user experience tailored to academic environments.
Sr. Software Developer at ITworks
February 28, 2022 - August 8, 2025
Contributed to the development of Cambium, a specialized CAD/CAM software as part of an international team. Focused on implementing core system features using C#, Pascal/Delphi, and C++, strengthening ability to write efficient code for complex systems and collaborate across borders.
Lead Game Developer and Designer at Colún Games
February 1, 2025 - Present
Managed a fully remote international team coordinating creative and technical aspects of game development. Focused on building engaging, high-quality gameplay experiences while guiding the team from concept to execution. Preparing to release the first title of the independent, self-funded studio.

Education

BS Game Development and Design at I.M.A.G.E. Campus
January 1, 2010 - January 1, 2014
High School Diploma Physics and Math at Liceo Naval Quito
January 1, 2006 - January 1, 2009
BS Game Development and Design at I.M.A.G.E. Campus
January 1, 2010 - January 1, 2014
High School Diploma Physics and Math at Liceo Naval Quito
January 1, 2006 - January 1, 2009

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Industry Experience

Gaming, Education, Software & Internet, Healthcare, Professional Services