Hi! I'm Sergei Ponomarev, a dedicated and experienced Game Developer with over 20 years in IT and more than 6 years specifically in the game industry. I'm passionate about developing AAA multiplayer games and have deep expertise in Unreal Engine and Lyra technology. I love working closely with designers and teams to create immersive gaming experiences. Throughout my career, I've led projects on multiplayer FPS and TPS games, developed mobile titles that have hit the top charts, and continuously strive to push the boundaries of interactive entertainment. I'm always eager to take on new challenges and contribute my skills to innovative game development projects.

Sergei Ponomarev

Hi! I'm Sergei Ponomarev, a dedicated and experienced Game Developer with over 20 years in IT and more than 6 years specifically in the game industry. I'm passionate about developing AAA multiplayer games and have deep expertise in Unreal Engine and Lyra technology. I love working closely with designers and teams to create immersive gaming experiences. Throughout my career, I've led projects on multiplayer FPS and TPS games, developed mobile titles that have hit the top charts, and continuously strive to push the boundaries of interactive entertainment. I'm always eager to take on new challenges and contribute my skills to innovative game development projects.

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Hi! I’m Sergei Ponomarev, a dedicated and experienced Game Developer with over 20 years in IT and more than 6 years specifically in the game industry. I’m passionate about developing AAA multiplayer games and have deep expertise in Unreal Engine and Lyra technology. I love working closely with designers and teams to create immersive gaming experiences.

Throughout my career, I’ve led projects on multiplayer FPS and TPS games, developed mobile titles that have hit the top charts, and continuously strive to push the boundaries of interactive entertainment. I’m always eager to take on new challenges and contribute my skills to innovative game development projects.

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Work Experience

Game Developer at ICVR
June 30, 2025 - July 23, 2025
Developed a multiplayer FPS game with PvP and PvE modes from scratch. Collaborated closely with game designers to implement core mechanics, design diverse maps, and create customizable weapons. Contributed to balancing gameplay, integrated AI for PvE missions, and optimized performance to ensure a seamless gaming experience.
Lead Game Developer at The One Studio
December 31, 2023 - July 23, 2025
Led development on a multiplayer TPS/FPS AAA shooter game, transferring an old project to Lyra. Implemented PlayFab for matchmaking, user data storage, and dedicated server deployment. Developed UI for character and weapon customization, integrated FPS/TPS modes, custom weapons, character appearance and mods by user selection, extended inventory system, repossession actor controller, interactable systems, and kill streak functionality.
Game Developer at Dive In Studio LLC
April 30, 2023 - July 23, 2025
Shipped 4 games including Project H.A.Z.A.R.D., Space Score, Zombie Survivor, Ashes of Life. Developed Project H.A.Z.A.R.D., a mobile game using Unreal Engine that ranked in the top 200 in the AppStore's Adventure chapter.

Education

High School Diploma at Transbaikal State Pedagogical University named after N. G. Chernyshevsky
September 1, 1998 - June 30, 2003

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Industry Experience

Gaming, Software & Internet, Computers & Electronics, Media & Entertainment