I am an experienced software engineer specializing primarily in web and game development with over 8 years of expertise. I have seamlessly transitioned from freelance work to full-time roles in both game and web development, delivering high-quality projects on time and within budget. I am proficient in C#, Java, and JavaScript, and actively leverage AI tools to enhance coding efficiency while ensuring quality through careful review. My notable achievements include building CRM systems with Next.js and integration of Twilio and Stripe, developing multiplayer Unity 3D games with Web3 and NFT integrations, and leading AI-driven software development to optimize enterprise business operations. I thrive in collaborative, agile environments and focus keenly on performance optimization and accessibility compliance in my solutions.

Dave Bayanid Uya

I am an experienced software engineer specializing primarily in web and game development with over 8 years of expertise. I have seamlessly transitioned from freelance work to full-time roles in both game and web development, delivering high-quality projects on time and within budget. I am proficient in C#, Java, and JavaScript, and actively leverage AI tools to enhance coding efficiency while ensuring quality through careful review. My notable achievements include building CRM systems with Next.js and integration of Twilio and Stripe, developing multiplayer Unity 3D games with Web3 and NFT integrations, and leading AI-driven software development to optimize enterprise business operations. I thrive in collaborative, agile environments and focus keenly on performance optimization and accessibility compliance in my solutions.

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I am an experienced software engineer specializing primarily in web and game development with over 8 years of expertise. I have seamlessly transitioned from freelance work to full-time roles in both game and web development, delivering high-quality projects on time and within budget. I am proficient in C#, Java, and JavaScript, and actively leverage AI tools to enhance coding efficiency while ensuring quality through careful review.

My notable achievements include building CRM systems with Next.js and integration of Twilio and Stripe, developing multiplayer Unity 3D games with Web3 and NFT integrations, and leading AI-driven software development to optimize enterprise business operations. I thrive in collaborative, agile environments and focus keenly on performance optimization and accessibility compliance in my solutions.

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Language

English
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Work Experience

Director of Product Development, Co-Founder at LOPPY
January 1, 2025 - Present
Started a company focused on building AI-driven software for corporations, aiming to enhance business operations by making them smoother, smarter, and more scalable. Led the product vision and roadmap, ensuring tools met enterprise client needs. Worked on integrating AI into core systems for automation and insights, enabling faster, more confident business actions. Built development pipelines focusing on security, scalability, and reliability as products grew.
Game Developer Instructor (Part-Time) at University of the East, Manila
December 1, 2024 - September 3, 2025
Taught advanced game design focusing on prototyping, playtesting, and design methodologies. Lectured on game networking, multiplayer systems, client-server models, and real-time communication. Trained students on creating functional game prototypes, preparing them for industry practices and collaborative development.
Full Stack Developer at Zeniark Consulting
December 1, 2024 - September 3, 2025
Transformed Figma UI designs into functional frontend code using React, ensuring deadlines and client satisfaction. Utilized Next.js version 14 to implement server-side rendering and static site generation, improving page load times and SEO metrics. Built and maintained reusable React components for consistency, scalability, and modularity, accelerating development cycles. Integrated RESTful APIs for seamless data fetching and real-time user interactions. Collaborated with cross-functional teams including designers, backend developers, and stakeholders to deliver innovative features aligned with user needs and business goals.
React JS Developer at Zeniark Consulting
January 1, 2024 - September 3, 2025
Developed and maintained ReactJS front-end components, improving client projects with reusable and scalable UI elements. Integrated data APIs and enhanced user interfaces with attention to performance and responsiveness.
Unity Game Developer at Freelancer
July 1, 2018 - September 3, 2025
Led the development of competitive fighting games using Unity 3D and C#, enhancing user experience and integrating Web3 technology. Implemented breeding systems within games linked with MetaMask for seamless user engagement. Published games on web using WebGL optimized for mobile devices. Designed and developed front-end and integration components for NFT websites and games with VueJS and Web3. Created entire NFT card game using JavaScript integrated with MetaMask, delivering unique interactive gaming experiences. Collaborated with developers to ideate and launch successful NFT games with positive user feedback.
Game Engineer Intern at University of the East, Manila
April 1, 2022 - September 3, 2025
Conducted code optimizations and improvements for mixed reality games using Unity 3D, C#, and Vuforia SDK. Integrated Google Play Login and Leaderboards, organized user interface and application layout, and successfully published to the Play Store. Applied Agile methodology to facilitate efficient development processes and optimize team productivity.
Front-End Web Developer at Self-Employed
September 1, 2019 - September 3, 2025
Completed mobile fighting games using Unity with over 5,000 downloads and high ratings on Play Store. Developed efficient systems using PHP, JavaScript, HTML, CSS, and SQL to streamline delivery and customer satisfaction. Created optimized parking systems using Arduino and web technologies, improving efficiency by 30%.
React JS Developer at Zeniark Consulting
December 1, 2024 - September 3, 2025
Transformed Figma UI into high-quality React frontend code, employing latest Next.js features for SSR and SSG. Integrated RESTful APIs to enable seamless real-time data syncing and enhanced user experience. Maintained reusable and modular codebase, collaborating across teams for feature innovations aligned with business goals.
Frontend Developer at Self-employed
September 1, 2019 - September 3, 2025
Developed and deployed custom UI elements with optimized scalable codebase. Collaborated with designers and developers to produce pixel-perfect designs on time and budget. Engineered responsive designs for high-traffic websites using HTML, CSS, Twig, and PHP, significantly reducing page load times.
Director of Product Development, Co-Founder at LOPPY
January 1, 2025 - Present
Founded and led a company focused on building AI-driven software aimed at making business operations smoother, smarter, and scalable. Led product vision and roadmaps to ensure enterprise client tools meet needs. Developed AI integration for core systems from automation to insights to enhance business agility. Built secure, scalable, and reliable development pipelines to support growth.
Game Dev Instructor (Part Time) at University of the East, Manila
December 1, 2024 - September 3, 2025
Taught Advanced Game Design focused on prototyping, playtesting, and design methodologies. Lectured in Game Networking introducing multiplayer systems, client-server models, and real-time communication. Trained students to create functional game prototypes preparing them for industry practice and collaborative development.
Full Stack Developer
December 1, 2024 - September 3, 2025
Built robust CRM platforms with Next.js 14 leveraging its cutting-edge app directory and server components for enhanced scalability and performance. Designed modular component systems using ShadCN and Tailwind CSS for polished, customizable user interfaces. Developed role-based access control and user authentications using NextAuth.js enhancing security and user management features.
React JS Developer at ZENIARK CONSULTING
January 1, 2024 - September 3, 2025
Transformed Figma UI designs to functional frontend code using React. Implemented server-side rendering (SSR) and static site generation (SSG) using Next.js 14 for improved page load times and SEO metrics. Built reusable React components to ensure consistency, scalability, and modularity. Integrated RESTful APIs for seamless data fetching and real-time user interactions. Collaborated with cross-functional teams to deliver innovative features aligned with user needs and business goals.
Unity Game Developer
March 1, 2023 - September 3, 2025
Led development of competitive fighting games using Unity 3D and C# resulting in improved user experience and successful integration with Web3 technologies. Implemented breeding systems in games integrated with MetaMask enabling seamless user engagement. Published games on the web with WebGL and optimized performance for mobile users. Designed and developed front-end and integration components of NFT websites and games using VueJS and Web3 contributing to streamlined and cohesive user experience.
Game Engineer Intern
April 1, 2022 - September 3, 2025
Developed multiplayer games in Unity 3D with Web3 integration. Created NFT games with MetaMask and blockchain integration. Conducted code optimization and improvements resulting in increased performance and reduced app build sizes. Integrated Google Play Login and leaderboards, organized user interface and layout, published to Play Store, and utilized agile methodologies to optimize development processes.
Front-End Web Developer
September 1, 2019 - September 3, 2025
Integrated Twilio for SMS and communication capabilities enabling automated notifications, reminders, and two-way messaging within CRM. Implemented secure and seamless payment processing integrating Stripe supporting subscriptions, invoicing, and transaction management. Engineered responsive front-end designs for high-traffic websites utilizing HTML, CSS, Twig, and PHP reducing page load times significantly.
Freelance Programmer
July 1, 2018 - September 3, 2025
Completed mobile fighting games using Unity with over 5,000 downloads, 98 reviews, and a 4.8 rating on the Play Store. Developed an efficient ice cream delivery system using PHP, JavaScript, HTML, CSS, and SQL to streamline processes and improve customer satisfaction. Created highly optimized parking systems using Arduino integrated with user-friendly visual interfaces resulting in a 30% increase in parking efficiency.

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Game Development at University of the East - Manila
January 1, 2018 - January 1, 2022
Bachelor's Degree in Game Development at University of the East - Manila
January 1, 2018 - January 1, 2022

Qualifications

Magna Cum Laude
January 11, 2030 - September 3, 2025
Best in Programming IT o IV
January 11, 2030 - September 3, 2025
Best Game Thesis Award
January 11, 2030 - September 3, 2025
3rd Place in Technolympics Web Designing International Level
January 11, 2030 - September 3, 2025
People’s Choice Award on Global Game Jam @ Benilde
January 11, 2030 - September 3, 2025
Magna Cum Laude
January 11, 2030 - September 3, 2025
Best in Programming I to IV
January 11, 2030 - September 3, 2025
Best Game Thesis Award
January 11, 2030 - September 3, 2025
3rd Place in Technolympics Web Designing International Level
January 11, 2030 - September 3, 2025
People’s Choice Award on Global Game Jam @ Benilde
January 11, 2030 - September 3, 2025

Industry Experience

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