Professional Focus

 Creating high-performance applications and rapid problem resolution with a focus on clear, user-friendly interfaces and easy to integrate solutions.

 Computer Skills

 Programming Languages and Frameworks

·     Expert in C, C++ and C# across multiple platforms.

·     Strongly skilled with .Net/WPF, experienced with WCF for webservices.

·     Experienced in JavaScript, jquery, HTML and CSS. Comfortable with node.js.

·     Experienced in iOS development using C#/MonoTouch.

·     Experienced in OpenGL, SDL. Familiar with Qt.

·     Some experience in Python, Perl, Java, Shell scripting.

Databases

·     Experienced in SQL databases, including MSSQL (and SQL Server), MySql, and SQLite.

·     Some experience with NoSQL databases such as MongoDB, Google App Engine Data Store.

Tools

·     IDEs: Experience in Visual Studio, Eclipse, MonoDevelop, WebStorm, any text editor.

·     Source Control: Experienced in Perforce, TFS, SVN. Familiar with git.

Further Expertise

·     Extensive experience in animation and physics simulations on the PC and consoles.

·     Experience in 3D and 2D graphics, network programming and databases.

·     Keen user of Scrum methodology, agile development and usability-focused rapid iteration.

·     Proficient in Windows, OS X and Linux environments.

Education

   

MSc in Games Programming (2003 – 2004)

University of Hull, UK

Master Thesis: Implemented 3D cloth simulator with partial tearing support using Verlet integration. Developed in C++ and OpenGL.

Areas of Specialization:

·       Real-time physics simulations, kinematics and collisions.

·       C++ software development, object-oriented design, multi-threading, distributed systems.

·       Real-time 3D-graphics and animation, mathematics for graphics, lighting, shading, graphical algorithms.

 

Honours BSc in Software Engineering (1998 – 2002)

University of Toronto, Canada

·       Primarily developed skills in C, C++ and Java. Some Perl, JavaScript and Lisp.

·       Internship writing Linux kernel drivers and adding features to large Qt-based application.

·       Wrote a 3D software renderer with z-buffer support and Gouraud shading for final thesis.

 

Work Experience

 

Independent Software Specialist (August 2011 – Present)

            Freelancer, Munich, Germany (http://ysalmi.com)

·     Developing powerful software for industrial clients primarily operating in the fields of electronics, lasers, photonics, banking and investment.

·     Expertise in high-performance applications and rapid problem resolution.

·     Ability to quickly dive into a codebase and produce results.

·     Projects range from multiple-month commitments to focused short-term solutions.

Languages and frameworks: C#, WPF/.Net, SQL and WCF/Webservices with C++ for performance critical areas; JavaScript, HTML and CSS; iOS app using C# and MonoTouch.

 

Technical Director & Managing Director (August 2008 – August 2011)

            Piece of Pie Studios, Munich, Germany (http://youtu.be/4Rd1Hr3IzNE)

·     Developed a full 2D game engine with fluid simulation physics on PC, PS3 and Xbox360.

·     Managed a team of developers and artists to create the game Swimming Under Clouds.

·     Developed advanced prototypes of Swimming Under Clouds on PC, PS3 and Xbox 360.

·     Implemented in-game object and level editors for rapid prototyping.

·     Created painting-like rendering system using OpenGL, parallax layers and transparent artwork.

Languages and frameworks: C++, STL, Boost and OpenGL

 

            Physics Programmer (June 2007 – August 2008)

            Havok, Munich, Germany (http://www.havok.com)

·     Worked in the physics R&D team for the industry leading middleware physics company.

·     Designed and implemented new features and optimizations to the Havok physics engine.

·     Helped develop the core technology for the Havok Destruction product.

Languages: C/C++ with some SIMD and assembly optimizations.

 

            Lead Animation Programmer (October 2005 – May 2007)

            Evolution Studios, Runcorn, Cheshire, UK (http://www.evos.net)

·     Designed and implemented the full character animation system for the PS3 title MotorStorm.

·     Implemented a next-gen keyframed animation system and ragdoll simulation.

·     Was responsible for the entire pipeline from exporters to simulation and 3D-rendering.

·     Implemented flexible ragdoll solution, creating one of the most realistic simulation of driving characters.

Languages: C++ with Python scripting and Cg for shaders.

 

Programmer (March 2005 – October 2005)

            Criterion Games, An EA Studio, Guildford, Surrey, UK

·     Working on game play and front end for Burnout Revenge.

·     Wrote modules to communicate with the flash API used to create the front end interface.

·     Implemented complete memory card system for Burnout Revenge on the PS2 and Xbox.

·     Put together the Burnout Revenge demo under tight time constraints, of which over 9 million units were shipped.

Languages: C/C++ and some ActionScript.

 

            Programmer (September 2004 – March 2005)

            Evolution Studios, Runcorn, Cheshire, UK

·     Working on the technology for a next-generation title.

·     Worked on a two-month proof-of-concept demo for Sony, which was very well received.

·     Implemented several features to the WRC engine to be used in a future title.

Languages: C/C++.

 

Project Experience

Aircraft Finance Project (August 2011 – Present)

UniCredit – Banking, Munich

·     Maintained existing risk analysis application written in C#/WPF and MSSQL.

·     Fixed numerous bugs, improved performance and overall usability.

·     Maintained and implemented new stored procedures.

·     Defined specifications and implemented new client feature requests and prepared releases.

·     Defined and implemented full web service interface to application data and provided integration support for 3rd-party team.

·     Overall improved startup time, processing speed, flow and usability.

Technologies: C#, .Net, WPF, WCF for webservices, MSSQL. Light ASP.net work. MS TFS.

 

SharePoint Site Development and Integration (January 2013 – Present)

Onsult – IT, Munich

·     Implemented under tight time constraints extensions to SharePoint 2013 site using web-based technologies.

·     Implemented Windows 8 UI, integrating smooth slide outs and visualization features to SharePoint technology.

·     Improved usability, designed and implemented new features for SharePoint and fixed bugs.

·     Improved performance.

Technologies: JavaScript, jquery, HTML, CSS, SharePoint 2013, ISS.

 

Large Data Analysis Tool (November 2011 – September  2012)

Major Laser Manufacturer – Laser, Munich

·     Working in a team of two, implemented complete solution to process and visualize in real-time large amounts of laser diagnostics data.

·     Created a fluid, simple to use and extremely powerful real-time data graphing system.

·     Tool allowed engineers to visualize up to a month’s of data down to millisecond resolution, in real-time.

Technologies: C#, .Net, WPF, C++. Scrum/Agile for planning and tracking. Perforce for source control.

 

Light Capture and Analysis (September 2012 – October 2012)

US-based Photonics Company – Photonics, Munich

·     Implemented simple light capture and analysis system.

·     Integrated HDR imaging library to capture higher-quality pictures.

·     Defined and implemented easy-to-use interface.

Technologies: C#, .Net, WPF, Camera hardware. Scrum/Agile processes for planning and estimation. Perforce for source control.

 

Investor Diary App (June 2012 – Present)

Self-developed – Investment, Munich

§  Implemented iOS app to present large amounts of  key investor data and provide easy to use reminders.

§  Developed completely using C# and MonoTouch.

§  Worked with designer to define interface and integrate final artwork.

§  Focus on clean and simple interface and user productivity.

Technologies: C#, MonoTouch, SQLlite. Webservices implemented in C#. Scrum/Agile processes for planning and estimation. Perforce for source control.

Volunteer Experience

24 Hour Munich Game Jam (2010), 48 Hour Global Game Jam (2011, 2013)

·       Developed three 2D action games in C#/XNA/Unity under severe time constraints in teams of 3 - 5.

·       Developed a framework for rapid prototyping of game ideas, including resource management, basic rendering and simulation.

Public Speaking Experience

·       Public Funding for Indies (GDC Europe, Cologne 2011)

·       Indie Games on PSN: The Process (IGDA Munich, Nov 2010)

·       The Evolution of Swimming Under Clouds (EIGA 2010 in Frankfurt)

·       Roundtable: The Start-up Challenges of Indie Studios (GameCamp Munich 2010)

Languages:   Bilingual in French and English, conversational in German.

References available upon request.