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Atef Sassi

Unity Developer

Experienced Unity developer skilled in 2D/3D, UI and tools development. Proficient in C#, focused on delivering high-quality gaming experiences.

Experience

2021 — 2026

Unity Game Developer

WHOW Games GmbH · Hamburg, Germany

Full time · Hybrid

  • Contributed to the development of immersive, free-to-play casino games, offering players a dynamic and interactive gaming environment.
  • Develop and enhance game features, integrating innovative LiveOps events and functionalities into existing game projects.
  • Collaborate with designers to create captivating motion graphics and animations, improving the overall visual appeal and user experience.
  • Design and implement custom UI elements, ensuring a seamless and engaging user experience.
  • Proactively troubleshoot and resolve technical issues, optimizing code performance and maintaining a high-quality standard across projects.

Jackpot

ENVAST

Sousse, Tunisia

2020 — 2021

Lead Game Developer

Full time · Hybrid

  • Led a team of game developers, ensuring projects were completed on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards.
  • Designed project architectures and core systems, optimizing performance and maintainability.
  • Crafted unique, custom UI elements to provide intuitive and visually appealing user interfaces.
  • Proactively resolved technical issues and enhanced game performance through code optimization and debugging.
  • Mentored junior developers, fostering professional growth and skill development.
Certificate of excellence Certificate of excellence

2018 — 2020

Senior Game Developer

Full time · Hybrid

  • Sole developer responsible for creating a variety of educational, 2D, and 3D games, as well as interactive applications with AR components in a startup environment.
  • Utilized Unity Engine, C#, and other relevant tools to build and optimize game features, mechanics, and assets.
  • Managed the entire development process, including planning, programming, testing, and debugging, while maintaining a high level of code quality and maintainability.

Class Quiz

2020 — 2021

Lead Game Developer

ALMARSA · Atlanta, Georgia

Part time · Remote

  • Led the development of a top-down 3D console game prototype, overseeing a team of developers to ensure timely delivery and high-quality output.
  • Designed and implemented the game architecture and core systems, optimizing performance and gameplay experience.
  • Collaborated with artists, designers, and other stakeholders to achieve the game's creative vision and maintain alignment with project goals.

Almarsa

2013 — 2017

Freelance Software & Game Developer

Self-employed · Gafsa, Tunisia

Freelance · Remote

  • Designed, developed, and launched desktop and mobile applications, as well as games for a diverse range of clients, adhering to their specific requirements and deadlines.
  • Utilized Unity and C# for game development, Adobe Animate (Flash) and ActionScript 3.0 for interactive applications, and various other tools and frameworks as needed.
  • Collaborated with clients to ensure seamless communication, provide progress updates, and gather feedback for iterative improvements.
  • Managed all aspects of the development process, including concept creation, programming, testing, debugging, and deployment.

Technical skills

Core

  • C#
  • Unity (2D/3D)
  • UI programming
  • Gameplay programming
  • Software architecture
  • Optimization

Tools & workflows

  • Tool development (Unity)
  • Entitas
  • C# reflection
  • Version control
  • Third-party SDK integration

Adjacent

  • Client-side development
  • Backend integration
  • Augmented reality
  • ActionScript 3
  • Adobe Animate
  • Photoshop
  • Inkscape

Education

University of Science Gafsa Tunisia

Bachelor degree in computer science, Development of a Coding Game for Kids to Learn Java Programming.

  • Designed and developed an engaging coding game that teaches kids the fundamentals of Java programming and algorithms through interactive challenges and puzzles.
  • Utilized Adobe Flash and ActionScript 3.0 for game creation.
  • Received two prestigious awards for the game: Alecso Best Game in Tunisia (2017). Alecso Best Game in Arab States (2017).

Adobe Animate and ActionScript 3.0

Award certificate — RoboCode project Award certificate — RoboCode project

RoboCode

RoboCode is an engaging game that teaches children the basics of programming using Java. Players control a robot and use problem-solving skills to rescue a kidnapped inventor by writing Java code to navigate obstacles. Through gameplay, kids learn about object-oriented programming and programming scenarios. RoboCode is a fun and interactive way to introduce children to programming and inspire them to pursue careers in the field.

Honors & awards

  • Alecso Best Game in Arab States

    Issued by Arab league Educational Cultural and Scientific Organization ALECSO · Nov 2017

    First place in Alecso international competition in the arab states.

  • Alecso Best Game in Tunisia

    Issued by Arab league Educational Cultural and Scientific Organization ALECSO · May 2017

    First place in Alecso national competition in Tunisia

  • MDev Tunisia Award

    Issued by Ministry of technology and communication of Tunisia · Jul 2016

Languages

  • Arabic Native or bilingual
  • English Full professional
  • French Limited working

Interests

  • Flamenco guitar
  • Digital & acrylic art
  • Consciousness & human nature
  • Handcrafted prototyping & sculpting