I'm Jesse Finnegan Whitwell, a seasoned developer transitioning into 2D/3D game development with 10+ years of experience delivering robust web, mobile, and cloud-native solutions in remote-first and contract environments. I'm skilled in Unreal Engine, Godot, Photoshop, C++, and C#, with a track record shipping applications for logistics, enterprise SaaS, and hardware-integrated systems. I thrive owning full project lifecycles—from architecture to deployment—and collaborating across distributed teams to deliver high-quality products.

Jesse Finnegan

I'm Jesse Finnegan Whitwell, a seasoned developer transitioning into 2D/3D game development with 10+ years of experience delivering robust web, mobile, and cloud-native solutions in remote-first and contract environments. I'm skilled in Unreal Engine, Godot, Photoshop, C++, and C#, with a track record shipping applications for logistics, enterprise SaaS, and hardware-integrated systems. I thrive owning full project lifecycles—from architecture to deployment—and collaborating across distributed teams to deliver high-quality products.

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I’m Jesse Finnegan Whitwell, a seasoned developer transitioning into 2D/3D game development with 10+ years of experience delivering robust web, mobile, and cloud-native solutions in remote-first and contract environments.

I’m skilled in Unreal Engine, Godot, Photoshop, C++, and C#, with a track record shipping applications for logistics, enterprise SaaS, and hardware-integrated systems. I thrive owning full project lifecycles—from architecture to deployment—and collaborating across distributed teams to deliver high-quality products.

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Language

English
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Work Experience

.NET Developer at Entrical
September 1, 2025 - Present
Enhanced a mission-critical ServiceStack C# back-end application. Learned and practiced developing TypeScript front-end UI using React. Tuned SQL Server databases to eliminate bottlenecks and increase reliability and built data migrations in compliance with data changes.
.NET Developer at VIAM Manufacturing
July 1, 2024 - August 1, 2025
Enhanced a mission-critical MAUI application used on Zebra Android barcode scanners, optimizing performance and extending functionality. Delivered Blazor and ASP.NET web apps to streamline internal tooling, reducing manual processes. Tuned SQL Server databases to eliminate bottlenecks and increase reliability. Collaborated with distributed teams on feature delivery within agile sprints. Designed PostgreSQL schema and led data migration strategy.
.NET Developer (Contract) at ePlus/VIAM
January 1, 2024 - June 1, 2024
Independently delivered production-grade C# .NET MAUI app for Zebra scanners, replacing legacy systems. Built and deployed ASP.NET APIs integrating with multiple SQL databases. Employed MVVM for clean architecture and rapid front-end iteration.
Lead Software Engineer at Scriptel Corporation
November 1, 2021 - October 1, 2023
Modernized signature capture software using C#, JavaScript, and C++ across platforms. Created UI workflows that reduced user training needs by 40%. Built AWS-hosted systems using EC2, RDS, Cognito, and Elastic Beanstalk. Maintained PostgreSQL/MySQL databases and CI/CD deployment pipelines.
Lead Software Developer at Grit Seed Inc
September 1, 2019 - November 1, 2021
Led greenfield development of a full-stack SaaS hiring platform using Python and Angular. Integrated AWS Rekognition for automated document analysis. Deployed services using Lambda, SQS, SNS, RDS, and Elastic Beanstalk.
Technical Support Specialist at Frontier Communications
February 1, 2013 - September 1, 2018
Traced root causes of malfunctions in hardware and software. Created personal and memorable experiences for every customer needing help with diverse technical issues. Upheld company's reputation for service excellence by maintaining professionalism and minimizing errors in support processes.
Technical Support Specialist at Sutherland Global Service Limited
January 1, 2010 - February 1, 2013
Traced root causes of malfunctions in hardware and software. Created personal and memorable experiences for every customer needing help with diverse technical issues. Upheld company's reputation for service excellence by maintaining professionalism and minimizing errors in support processes.

Education

B.S. Computer Science at RIT, Rochester, NY
January 1, 2012 - January 1, 2014
A.S. Computer Science at Monroe Community College, NY
January 1, 2010 - January 1, 2012
B.S. Computer Science at Rochester Institute of Technology
January 1, 2012 - December 31, 2014
A.S. Computer Science at Monroe Community College
January 1, 2010 - December 31, 2012

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Industry Experience

Software & Internet, Computers & Electronics, Manufacturing, Professional Services, Gaming, Media & Entertainment