Hi, I am Brandon

I am a Game Developer
I am a Software Engineer
I love working on challenging projects
I work on anything and everything
I love to expand my skillset

Brandon Martinez

Software Engineer

I am a dedicated and detail-oriented junior programmer with a solid foundation in computer science, two years of professional experience, and a passion for solving complex problems. Proficient in various programming languages, including C#, C++, and Javascript. Committed to staying up-to-date with emerging technologies. Adept at collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality software solutions within tight deadlines. Eager to contribute technical skills, creativity, and a strong work ethic to a dynamic development team.

Communication

Time Management

Organization

Conflict Resolution

Initiative

Awareness

Skills

Git

Proficient with git-based development. Primarily with Github. Also have experience in working with GitKraken and GitLab.

Team Leadership & Management

Experience with leading and managing several teams. Have used for professional projects and academic projects.

Object-Oriented Programming

Proficient in Object-Oriented Design. Have used for professional projects, hobby projects, and academic projects.

Scrum & Agile

Proficient in the Scrum & Agile software development methodology. Have used for professional projects and academic projects.

Game Design

Experience designing game mechanics, story, level, aesthetic, and assets. Have used for professional projects, hobby projects, and academic projects.

C++

Proficient in C/C++ programming. Have used for games, software development, hobby projects, and academic projects.

C#

Proficient in C# programming. Have used for professional projects and academic projects.

Java

Proficient in Java programming. Have used for software development, hobby projects, and academic projects.

MySQL

Proficient with the MYSQL system. Have used for database creation, modification, extraction, and queries.

Python

Proficient in Python programming. Hsed for physics simulations and academic projects.

Unity

Proficient with the Unity Engine. Have used for professional projects (Salvo, Visions of Zosimos) and academic projects.

Unreal

Proficient with the Unreal Engine. Have used for academic projects (Constellation Cleaners).

Gimp

Proficient with visual editing software Gimp. Have used for basic graphic design and image editing.

Experiences

Associate Developer

Digital Iris

October 2017 - July 2018, Racine, Wisconsin

Digital Iris is a game development studio with veteran industry members on staff. During my time at Digital Iris, I worked on Salvo.

Responsibilities:

Managed all aspects of daily store operations, including sales, inventory, cleaning, stocking, and customer service
Cultivated relationships with customers to foster a community of excitement and engagement, resulting in record-high sales

Mechanics Programmer and Feature Team Lead

Forever Interactive, Inc.

February 2018 - July 2018, Milwaukee, Wisconsin

Forever Interactive is a game development studio. During my time there I worked on Visions of Zosimos

Responsibilities:

Led a feature team of eight members to develop new game content
Implemented sweeping changes to game balance based on player feedback received via social media
Assisted various teams in better integrating Scrum & Agile methodology into their work to improve performance
Programmed fundamental system reworks in C++ to create a more comprehensive framework for handling future features

Warhammer Store Manager

Games Workshop.

April 2021 - March 2022, West Bend, Wisconsin

Games Workshop is a British manufacturer of miniature wargames, based in Nottingham, England. Its best-known products are Warhammer Age of Sigmar and Warhammer 40,000.

Responsibilities:

Fully ran a Warhammer storefront, including sales, cleaning, stocking, and generating customer engagement.
Cultivated relationships with customers to build a community that generated excitement and engagement.
Handled several complex logistical difficulties within the storefront.

Education

		Nathan Hale High School 2013-2017 High School Diploma CGPA: 3.23 out of 4
		Milwaukee Area Technical College 2017-2019 A.A.S. in Computer Simulation and Gaming Design Emphasis CGPA: 3.73 out of 4 Taken Courses Game Logic and Problem Solving Agile Project Management API Programming Advanced Game Design Artificial Intelligence Extracurricular Activities MATC Mothership.
		University of Wisconsin-Stout 2020-2023 B.S. in Computer Science, Minor in Mathematics CGPA: 3.61 out of 4 Taken Courses Database Systems Programming in Game Engines Computer Architecture Operating Systems Software Engineering Principles Extracurricular Activities Vice President of Blue Devil Smash. Treasurer of Stout Tabletop Gaming. International Game Designers Association (IGDA).