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RYAN S. PETERSON

719-660-5890 | RyanSPeterson@live.com | LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/ryanspetersondev | Portfolio: ryanspeterson.com

PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY

Unity Developer with over 6 years of Unity experience and more than a decade of software development expertise. Proven track record of delivering 50+ games across multiple platforms. Experienced working in teams of varying sizes with the latest technology. Holds active Secret Security Clearance.

TECHNICAL SKILLS

Languages: C#, Java, C++, JavaScript, HTML5, CSS, PHP, XML, SQL, jQuery

Game Engines & Platforms: Unity, VR Development, AR Development, iOS, Android

Databases & Cloud: SQL Server, Amazon Web Services

Tools & Frameworks: Git, SVN, JIRA, ASP.NET, JSON

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Unity Developer | Tech Wizards | February 2024 - February 2026

  • Ensured the accuracy of a circuit accurate training simulation through the creation of automated tests improving the speed of testing by ~30%

  • Obtained Common Access Card and Secret Security Clearance

Technologies: Unity, C#

Unity Developer | Digital Cloak | July 2020 - February 2024

  • Improved student learning through a 3D simulation for the training and deployment of anti terrorist measures resulting in 25% better learning outcomes

  • Increased understanding of mission planning through an interactive visualization of business systems resulting in new insights

  • Generated client interest for future business capabilities through an AR office digital twin visualization on iOS resulting in a 1 contract for future work

  • Obtained Common Access Card and Secret Security Clearance

Technologies: Unity, C#

Web Developer | Liberty Oilfield Services | November 2017 - April 2020

  • Built a web application integrating company systems, improving organizational efficiency and robustness resulting in an employee time save of 4 hours

  • Used SCRUM methodology to manage team communication and self-directed task execution

Technologies: C#, SQL Server 2012, Excel, Visual Basic, ASP.NET

Software Developer / Business Analyst | LenderLive

Software Developer | Dsoft Technology

User Interface Developer | Virtual Immersive Environments

Software Developer | Red Mind Solutions

Quality Assurance Intern | Intelligent Software Solutions

SELECTED PROJECTS

Altercation Character Generator | Released: December 2021 | Role: Developer | Team Size: 1

  • Altercation Character Generator is a tool for creating game ready pixel art assets.  A wide selection of part options, colors, and animations allow the character to be used in a wide variety of games.

Technologies: Unity, C#, Aseprite

Link:https://gnomable.itch.io/altercation-character-generator

Agrognome | Released: December 2024 | Role: Game Designer | Team Size: 2

  • Agrognome was made for the Game Makers Toolkit Jam 2024.  I worked with a partner to create a game in three days around the theme of "Built to Scale".  The game is a 3D platformer roguelike about collecting water droplets

Technologies: Unity, C#, Blender, Git

Link:https://gnomable.itch.io/agrognome

Idle Desktop Roller Coaster| Released: December 2025 | Role: Developer | Team Size: 1

  • Idle Desktop Roller Coaster was made for Down 2 Jam Game Jam.  I worked solo to create a game in 2 days around the theme of "Train".  The game is to entertain twitch chat with a fun visual toy.

Technologies: Unity, C#, Twitch API, BlockBench

Link:https://gnomable.itch.io/idle-desktop-roller-coaster

Plunk | Released: In Development | Role: Developer | Team Size: 1

  • Plunk is a marble machine roguelike deckbuilder.  I am working solo creating all of the elements of the game including 3D modeling, shaders, programming, UI, and audio.

Technologies: Unity, C#, Blender, Android, Windows

Link:https://gnomable.itch.io/plunk?password=yay

EDUCATION

Bachelor of Innovation in Game Design and Development Minor in Computer Science

University of Colorado Colorado Springs | August 2010 - May 2014 | GPA: 3.24

CERTIFICATIONS

Unity Certified Developer - September 2017

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