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Max-Martin Sherie

@max-martinsherie

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I build cross-platform gameplay, networking, and live systems for PC, mobile, and mixed reality games.

France

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What I'm looking for

I'm looking to build ambitious cross-platform games where I can own gameplay systems, networking, backend features, and technical direction from concept through live operations.

I've built Ballshot Arena end-to-end at DontGiveUp Interactive, designing its 3C systems, Unity crossplay networking infrastructure, cloud saves, and technical pipelines for Mobile, PC, and Steam Deck.

As co-founder, I lead technical development, product direction, production, and studio operations for a remote team of four while seeking funding to scale the crossplay title.

At Ubisoft Montpellier, I built full-stack gameplay features for a mobile Rabbids project and produced gameplay elements, asset integration pipelines, and debugging support for Beyond Good & Evil 2. I also shipped work on Morbid Metal, overhauling boss mechanics, resolving critical bugs, and integrating Steam and Discord social features.

I teach advanced Unity programming at LISAA Bordeaux and mentor final-year students through shipped projects. My work spans C++, C#, TypeScript, JavaScript, Python, Unity, Unreal Engine, custom engines, backend gameplay, economy systems, and shader optimization.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Advanced Gameplay Programming Professor

LISAA Bordeaux

Jan 2025 - Dec 2026 (1 year 11 months)

Designed and delivered an advanced Unity programming curriculum for final-year game development students. Mentored students through shipped projects and portfolio development.

Unity C#Gameplay Architecture Optimization Mentorship Curriculum Design

Co-Founder & Programmer

DontGiveUp Interactive

Jan 2024 - Dec 2026 (2 years 11 months)

Founded and operated a remote-first studio, leading technical development and product direction. Designed core 3C systems, crossplay networking, and cloud saves for Ballshot Arena.

Unity C#Cross Platform Networking Cloud Saves Product Architecture Studio Operations Game Asset Pipelines Fundraising

Game Development Instructor

Auto Entrepreneur

Jan 2023 - Dec 2026 (3 years 11 months)

Provided tailored one-on-one instruction for a client base of seven, from Python fundamentals to full 3D Unity production. Guided a blind student through building a custom sound-based engine in Python.

Python Unity 3D Teaching Engine Development

Freelance Programmer

ScreenJuice

Oct 2025 - Dec 2025 (2 months)

Overhauled boss fight mechanics and resolved critical bugs for Morbid Metal under live playtest conditions. Integrated Steam and Discord SDKs for social features and rich presence.

C++Steam API Discord SDK Game Mechanics Bug fixing Playtesting

Gameplay Programmer

Ubisoft Montpellier

Jan 2022 - Dec 2024 (2 years 11 months)

Built full-stack features for an unannounced Rabbids project, including a multi-tier currency system and in-game shop. Produced gameplay elements for Beyond Good & Evil 2 and owned the asset integration pipeline.

C#TypeScript C++Unity Unreal Engine Asset Integration Economic System Design Shader Optimization

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

ESMA Toulouse

RNCP6 Game Developer (Tech Specialty), Game Development

2019 - 2022

Activities and societies: Led a team of seven over eight months on Makina, a cross-platform PC vs VR asymmetric multiplayer game. Engineered a custom network bridge between two separate Unity projects by reworking the Mirror SDK, and handled all PC player mechanics. Awarded the Student Project Award at Montpellier Stream Show, presented at Paris Games Week two consecutive years, TGS Montpellier, and the Influencer Conference in Toulouse.

Led a team of seven on Makina, a cross-platform PC vs VR asymmetric multiplayer game, and engineered a custom network bridge between two Unity projects. Awarded the Student Project Award at Montpellier Stream Show and presented at Paris Games Week.

Lycée Bernard Palissy

Scientific High-School Diploma (Bac S), Science

2016 - 2019

Gained a strong knowledge of applied mathematics and specialized in computer science, creating a game as the end-of-year project that scored a perfect 20/20.