Neil Akhmetov
About Neil Akhmetov
Neil Akhmetov is a UI/UX Programmer with extensive experience in the gaming industry, having held positions at various companies including MY.GAMES and Embark Studios. He has a background in Information Technologies from the University of Management 'TISBI' and has worked in both Moscow and Stockholm.
Work at Embark Studios
Neil Akhmetov currently serves as a UI/UX Programmer at Embark Studios, a position he has held since 2024. His role involves designing and implementing user interfaces and enhancing user experiences for the studio's projects. Embark Studios is known for its innovative approach to game development, and Akhmetov's expertise contributes to the studio's mission of creating engaging and immersive gaming experiences.
Previous Experience in Game Development
Prior to his current role, Neil Akhmetov worked at several notable companies in the gaming industry. He was the Lead UI Developer at MY.GAMES from 2015 to 2021, where he focused on user interface design. He also held the position of Senior UI Programmer at Avalanche Studios Group from 2021 to 2023. Additionally, Akhmetov worked as a Game Developer at Flexis from 2013 to 2015 and as a UI/UX Programmer at Chief Rebel from 2023 to 2024.
Educational Background
Neil Akhmetov studied at the University of Management 'TISBI' from 2003 to 2008, where he focused on Information Technologies. He achieved an Ed.S. degree during his studies. This educational background provided him with a solid foundation in technology and programming, which has been integral to his career in game development and UI/UX design.
Career Timeline
Neil Akhmetov's career spans over a decade in the gaming and technology sectors. He began his professional journey as a Programmer at Parallax in 2008. After a brief stint, he transitioned to SmartHead as a Flash Developer from 2008 to 2013. Following this, he worked at Flexis as a Game Developer and then moved to MY.GAMES as Lead UI Developer. After his tenure at MY.GAMES, he joined Avalanche Studios Group and later Chief Rebel before his current role at Embark Studios.