Arvind Ravi
Advanced Software Engineer
Chennai,Tamil Nadu, IN
Summary
Forward-thinking Software Engineer with nearly 10 years of experience working productively in dynamic environments. Skilled in C# and Unity3D Game engine. Experience in developing class-leading slot video games.
Proud team player focused on achieving project objectives with speed and accuracy. Highly skilled with a background in the complete software development lifecycle. Quickly learns and masters new technologies while working in both teams and self-directed settings.
Overview
4
4
years of post-secondary education
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Games Development Experience - Summary
Light and Wonder (Former SG)
Chennai, Tamil Nadu
10.2012 - Current
- Extensive Slot Game development experience in Unity3D with C#.
- Good Knowledge and understanding of various slot math models and game mechanics
- Good knowledge of Prefabs, scriptable objects, scene management, meshes, colliders, UI, etc.
- Experience working with fonts, UI, sprites, particle systems, Animator and Animations.
- Standalone Game framework - worked in various studios/teams creating software for Electronic Slot Games for Casinos meeting various strict regulations and requirements.
- Developed challenging game features and involved in implementing modular components for others to integrate.
- Key engineer in developing dynamic multi game in legacy platforms.
- Developed custom utility scripts and modular objects that can be reused in multiple projects.
- Developed games for several global markets with varying regulations that includes C3, C2, Lottery and HHR.
- Identified, integrated and evaluated new features and APIs.
- Conducted design, risk and reliability analysis.
- Used debugging techniques to identify issues with computer code and resolve errors.
Advanced Software Engineer
Scientific Games India Pvt Ltd
Chennai, TN
04.2020 - Current
- Orchestrated efficient large-scale software deployments, including testing features and optimizing code.
- Reviewed project specifications and designed technology solutions that met or exceeded performance expectations.
- Revised, modularized and updated old code bases to modern development standards, reducing operating costs and improving functionality.
- Collaborated with clients to define solution requirements, accounting for applicable development variables.
- Wrote highly maintainable, solid code for software system, forming core framework and earning consistent praise from subsequent developers since initial version.
- Worked with other software development and testing team members to design and develop games to meet specific client requirements for design, functionality, and performance.
- Coordinated with other engineers to evaluate and improve software and hardware interfaces.
- Developed more than 5 premium and 20+ regular slot video game titles for C3/C2 and VLT markets for multiple casinos over last few years.
- Served as subject matter expert for ADMG Menu component for internal team members.
Senior Software Engineer
Scientific Games India Pvt Ltd
Chennai, TN
04.2018 - 03.2020
- Gathered specifications, implemented features and worked and released about 25+ ArgOS slot video games with great quality and on time.
- Designed software for installation onto legacy systems, tailoring software characteristics for existing hardware components.
- Worked with project managers, developers, quality assurance and customers to resolve technical issues.
- Trained and mentored junior developers and engineers, teaching skills in Casino Slot Game development and working to improve overall team performance.
- Onboarded new tools and technologies during development to elevate project quality and shorten timeframes.
Education
Bachelor of Engineering - ECE
Dr. Paul's Engineering College/Anna University
Tamil Nadu, India 07.2008 - 04.2012
High School Diploma -
Aadhi Para Sakthi Matriculation
Tamil Nadu, India 06.2006 - 04.2008
Skills
Unity3D
C#, C
Python / Bash / Batch scripting
Agile / JIRA / Perforce / Git
Performance Tuning/optimization
Debugging and Code reviews
Visual Studio, VS Code and Rider IDE
Hardware and software installation
Testing and maintenance
2D and graphics (GIMP and likes)
Game Titles
Below are some of the top games that I was actively involved in the development of:
- Fu Dao Le / Zhen Chan
- Jin Se Dao - OX and Phoenix
- Ultimate Fire Link - China Street and Olvera street
- Cash Spin series
- Quick Hit Hot Shot & PlayBoy hot shot
- Blazing Hot & Blazing 7s
- Landmark Mechanical Stepper series
- Dynamic Multi Game - VLT Markets
- Multi Game Selector Menu UI
- Several other titles for multiple markets including C2 and Lottery
Timeline
Advanced Software Engineer
Scientific Games India Pvt Ltd
04.2020 - Current
Senior Software Engineer
Scientific Games India Pvt Ltd
04.2018 - 03.2020
Games Development Experience - Summary
Light and Wonder (Former SG)
10.2012 - Current
Bachelor of Engineering - ECE
Dr. Paul's Engineering College/Anna University
07.2008 - 04.2012
High School Diploma -
Aadhi Para Sakthi Matriculation
06.2006 - 04.2008
Accomplishments
- Developed and delivered two of the company's Premium game titles that proved very successful, I was awarded a performance bonus for those projects.
- Received Spot Cash Bonus awards for developing internal automation tools that minimized manual efforts in testing games.
- Gained Star performer recognition multiple times for successfully resolving challenging issues and providing insightful solutions to various problems to my team.
- Developed several automation scripts/tools that widely reduced man efforts and improved efficiency resulting in an overall improved team productivity.
Strengths
Curiosity driven.
Belief in my ability, self motivated.
Optimism and positive attitude.
Personal Details
Date of birth: 02-Apr-1991
Sex: Male
Marital Status: Married
Language Known: English, Tamil, Hindi