I am a performance-driven mobile game developer with 3+ years of experience specializing in Unity and C# backend systems. I architect scalable gameplay mechanics, modular architectures, and AI behaviors for high-traffic titles. I have contributed to the Detective IQ franchise, reaching over 24M+ combined downloads and top rankings on Google Play. I also work across Android and iOS, focusing on memory-efficient systems and robust UI. In my role at MindYourLogic Studios in Nagpur, I implemented NavMesh-based AI, complex UI popups, and level functionality, shipping 1000+ puzzle levels with smooth difficulty curves. I’m passionate about performance optimization, data-driven systems, and cross-platform delivery, and I’m excited to continue building engaging mobile experiences while exploring AI-driven workflows.

Shaksham Shahu

I am a performance-driven mobile game developer with 3+ years of experience specializing in Unity and C# backend systems. I architect scalable gameplay mechanics, modular architectures, and AI behaviors for high-traffic titles. I have contributed to the Detective IQ franchise, reaching over 24M+ combined downloads and top rankings on Google Play. I also work across Android and iOS, focusing on memory-efficient systems and robust UI. In my role at MindYourLogic Studios in Nagpur, I implemented NavMesh-based AI, complex UI popups, and level functionality, shipping 1000+ puzzle levels with smooth difficulty curves. I’m passionate about performance optimization, data-driven systems, and cross-platform delivery, and I’m excited to continue building engaging mobile experiences while exploring AI-driven workflows.

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Language

English
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Hindi
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Work Experience

Game Developer at MindYourLogic Studios
July 1, 2022 - Present
Backend System Architecture: Engineered and optimized core gameplay mechanics for the Detective IQ series (1, 2, & 3) and Ghost IQ, contributing to a total ecosystem of 24M+ downloads. Level Functionality & Logic: Developed and deployed 1,000+ functional puzzle levels across multiple titles, focusing on user-friendly difficulty curves and seamless logic flow. AI Development: Implemented advanced NavMesh-based AI for Ghost IQ, including patrol, chase, and attack behaviors optimized for mobile performance. UI System Integration: Scripted and integrated complex UI components and dynamic popups (Reward, Level-Complete, Shop) using Event-driven architecture. Performance Optimization: Reduced GC allocations and improved runtime efficiency through Object Pooling and ScriptableObjects for data management. Technical Implementation: Developed a type-safe Event System based on the Observer Pattern to handle global game states and UI updates.

Education

Bachelor of Engineering (Information Technology) at Nagpur Institute of Technology
January 1, 2018 - January 1, 2022
Higher Secondary Certificate at Guru Nanak High College, Nagpur
January 11, 2030 - April 14, 2026

Qualifications

Foundational C# with Microsoft
May 1, 2025 - April 14, 2026
Generative AI Workshop
January 11, 2030 - April 14, 2026

Industry Experience

Gaming, Software & Internet, Media & Entertainment, Education