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Şafak Sarıkaya

Game Developer
Ankara

Summary

As a dedicated Game Developer, I thrive on creating games across all platforms. I have a proven track record of contributing positively to game development teams in fast-paced environments. With extensive experience working on a variety of high-scale launched projects, eager to apply my skills and enthusiasm to even larger and more ambitious projects. I'm very good at collaborating with other developers on prototypes and launches. I am always eager to learn more and continuously improve my skills to stay at the forefront of the industry.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience
2
2
Languages

Work History

Game Developer

Bytetyper
04.2022 - 07.2024
  • Designed and implemented gameplay mechanics and interactive elements for multiple soft-launch projects and a globally launched title.
  • Created 15+ prototypes based on design ideas, using C# and Unity.
  • Developed data-driven, innovative gameplay mechanics to provide challenging and enjoyable gaming experiences in hyper-casual and casual gaming genres.
  • Developed game-related editor tools and scripts to facilitate game development.
  • Worked to several IP (Intellectual Property) projects.
  • Converted a hybrid-casual mobile game into a PC game (also Steam Deck), enhancing compatibility and user experience across platforms.
  • In the casual block puzzle game, game visuals (placement, explosion, booster, etc.) and some UI (team, team create etc.) and UX systems have been added to the game.

Game Developer

Game Developer
11.2020 - 04.2022
  • Created several prototypes in hyper-casual genreÏ
  • Contributed in ideation and game design processes.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Computer Engineering

Düzce University
Düzce, Turkey
04.2001 -

High School Diploma -

İzzet Baysal Anadolu Teknik Lisesi
Bolu, Turkey
04.2001 -

Skills

Unity

Game Development

C#

Git(Github, Sourcetree)

References

Furkan Yücel (Co-Founder) Gammate +90 534 551 01 34

Tolga Halil Akşahin (Co-Founder) Gammate +90 531 643 84 55

Çınar Turgut (Team Lead) Bytetyper +90 533 468 64 15

Timeline

Game Developer

Bytetyper
04.2022 - 07.2024

Game Developer

Game Developer
11.2020 - 04.2022

Bachelor of Science - Computer Engineering

Düzce University
04.2001 -

High School Diploma -

İzzet Baysal Anadolu Teknik Lisesi
04.2001 -
Şafak SarıkayaGame Developer