Nigel F.
About Nigel F.
Nigel F. is an Associate Operations & Software Engineer at Raven Software, with a diverse background in game development and software engineering. He has contributed to the popularization of Visual Novels and JRPGs in North America and has experience in various roles across multiple companies, focusing on quality assurance, user experience design, and software stability.
Work at Raven Software
Nigel F. has been employed at Raven Software as an Associate Operations & Software Engineer since 2022. In this role, he participates in code review processes to ensure the reliability and quality of product releases. He monitors integration and breakage through automated testing to maintain software stability. Additionally, he investigates crashes and errors using dumps and logs to identify and resolve issues. His responsibilities also include training new hires on architecture, debugging, tools, and pipelines, contributing to team development.
Professional Experience in Game Development
Nigel F. has a notable background in game development, contributing to the popularization of Visual Novels, Picture Dramas, and JRPGs in North America. He has experience designing both single and multiplayer levels, enhancing gameplay experiences. His previous roles include working as a Game Designer at Fenrir Studios, where he was involved in the Dark Storm VR Missions from 2014 to 2016. He also served as a System Designer at ZeniMax Online Studios for four months in 2021.
Educational Background
Nigel F. completed his high school education at Oakland Mills High School, earning a High School Diploma from 2013 to 2014. He pursued further education at Howard Community College, where he studied Gaming & Simulation and obtained an Associate's Degree from 2014 to 2016. He then attended the University of Baltimore, achieving a Bachelor's degree in Simulation and Digital Entertainment from 2016 to 2020.
Previous Employment History
Nigel F. has held various roles in the technology and gaming sectors. He worked as a Programmer and Projects Manager at JAST USA in 2021 and 2022, respectively. His experience also includes positions as a User Experience Designer (QA) at Halcyon Winds, an Information Technology Specialist & Web Developer at SITEC Consulting, LLC, and a QA Tester at Hashbang, Inc. He has also worked as a Community Manager at Bongfish GmbH and as a YouTube Commentator at Maker Studios Inc.
Technical Skills and Contributions
Nigel F. possesses a strong technical background across a diverse technology stack, enabling rapid learning and adaptation to new technologies. He contributes to and improves internal documentation on tools and processes, enhancing team knowledge sharing. He suggests improvements for efficiency in software development processes and has participated in code review processes to ensure high reliability and quality in product releases.