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Abhinav MK

Game Developer | Unreal Engine Specialist

Kerala, Indiaabhinavchendayad@gmail.com+91 93801 56882

Experience

SDE Team Lead & Game Developer – Tandemloop

Sept 2020 - May 2025

Project Quantumloop

  • Architected a multiplayer FPS prototype using Unreal Engine (C++ and Blueprints),building from scratch a scalable game framework to support modular multiplayer features and rapid iteration.
  • Reduced replication overhead and optimized RPC usage after profiling netcode,solving latency issues and achieving stable performance for 16 concurrent players.
  • Developed a custom matchmaking backend with Node.js, AWS GameLift, and FlexMatch,enabling team-based matchmaking with scalable session management.
  • Integrated Epic Online Services (EOS) using JWT authentication,ensuring secure cross-platform login and centralized identity handling.
  • Built asynchronous Unreal Engine plugins to interface with backend APIs,avoiding gameplay thread blocking and enabling responsive in-game operations.
  • Implemented diverse game modes including Deathmatch, Team Deathmatch, Conquest, and Bomb Planting,increasing replayability and supporting multiple strategic playstyles.
  • Designed a dynamic minimap system and multi-display plugin,enhancing spatial awareness and player experience in large multiplayer maps.
  • Managed dedicated servers on AWS with automated deployments,ensuring high availability and horizontal scalability for live playtests.
  • Led QA and organized playtesting sessions,iteratively refining core mechanics and improving gameplay stability based on feedback.

VR Projects for Clients

  • Created interactive VR experiences in Unreal Engine and Unity to showcase CAD models and warehouse environments, helping clients visualize and interact with complex industrial layouts.

Other Projects

  • Developed CRM modules including file manager, meeting recorder, and order tracking with Angular, WebSockets, and REST APIs.
  • Built data dashboards and analytics using D3.js and PrimeNG for actionable insights and reporting.
  • Resolved bugs and improved task orchestration in pipelines using Stonebranch and AWS Lambda.

Programmer – Cognizant

Feb 2018 - May 2019
  • Resolved 200+ bugs in Java and Scala codebases, boosting system reliability by 25%.
  • Improved performance by 30% via backend optimization and code refactoring.
  • Maintained production-level applications, contributing to long-term stability and efficiency.

Education

Bachelor of Computer Science

2013 - 2016

Kannur University

Certifications

Game Developer

Outscal

Ongoing

Blockchain Developer

Kerala Blockchain Academy

2020

Full Stack Developer (MEAN Stack)

ICT Academy Kerala

2019