Julien Bourbonnais
About Julien Bourbonnais
Julien Bourbonnais is a Backend Java Developer with a diverse background in game design and web development. He has worked for several companies, including ManoMano and Ubisoft, and has expertise in Java and modern web architectures.
Work at ManoMano
Julien Bourbonnais has been employed at ManoMano as a Backend Java Developer since 2019. His role involves developing and maintaining backend systems using Java technologies. He contributes to the company's mission of providing a comprehensive online marketplace for DIY and home improvement products. His position is based in the Bordeaux region of France, where he has been part of the team for over five years.
Previous Experience in Game Design
Before transitioning to web development, Julien Bourbonnais accumulated significant experience in the video game industry. He worked as a Senior Game Designer at CCP Shanghai from 2014 to 2017 and held various roles at Ubisoft Shanghai, including Game Designer and Level Designer between 2006 and 2012. His work involved designing gameplay mechanics and coordinating playtests, contributing to notable projects such as Tom Clancy's End-War.
Education and Expertise
Julien Bourbonnais holds two Master's degrees in Game Design and Game and Interactive Media Design, obtained from ENJMIN and Conservatoire National des Arts et Métiers, respectively, between 2004 and 2006. His education laid the foundation for his career in game design and later in web development. He has since focused on full-stack development, specializing in Java (Jakarta EE) for backend and JavaScript (React) for frontend applications.
Transition to Web Development
Julien Bourbonnais transitioned from a career in video game design to web development, emphasizing full-stack development. He has developed expertise in modern architectures such as Microservices and Single Page Applications (SPA). His background in Agile methodologies, particularly Scrum, supports his ability to work effectively in collaborative team environments.
Work at Audensiel Technologies Sud-Ouest
In addition to his role at ManoMano, Julien Bourbonnais has been working at Audensiel Technologies Sud-Ouest as a Java Developer since 2018. His responsibilities include developing applications using Spring and Java EE frameworks. This position complements his backend development work and enhances his technical skills in Java programming.