Work Experience
MTS Developer Technology Engineer
AMD · 2022 - 2024 · All of UK, parts of Europe
- Helped top UK studios (including Rocksteady) optimize for AMD hardware, both remote and onsite.
- Gave tech talks across the UK and Europe.
Senior Graphics Programmer
Codemasters (EA) · 2020 - 2022 · Manchester, UK
Generalist Programmer
Sony Interactive Entertainment · 2016 - 2019 · Manchester, UK
- Built an environmental analysis AI with fuzzy logic for human-like cover/navigation tactics on a PSVR title.
- Developed tooling: 3D/VR debug GUI, Jenkins CI integration.
Gameplay Programmer
Kickback Studios · 2015 · Larisa, Greece
- Developed a Ludum Dare game entry.
Gameplay Programmer
Genesis Game Studios · 2013 - 2014 · Larisa, Greece
- Shipped four mobile games, doubling as AI programmer. Also the Imagine Cup team.
Microsoft Student Partner
Microsoft · 2012 - 2016 · Larisa, Greece
- University campus leader. Delivered presentations and organized workshops.
Waiter & Bar Tender
Bars/Hotels · 2008 - 2010 · Zante, Greece
- The job I'm most proud of.
Game Engine (Known For)
Spartan Engine
One of the most advanced solo-developed game engines. 10+ years of near-daily development.
- 600+ member Discord community.
- Pivotal for getting hired by AMD; clients trusted me as a result.
- Available on GitHub.
Podcast (Next Big Project)
Panos Karabelas Podcast
Conversations with exceptional people across industries. Pilot episodes on YouTube and Spotify.
Education & Achievements
Computer Science & Telecommunications
University of Thessaly · 2010 - 2016 · Larisa, Greece
- Built a Kinect-based natural user interface that attracted national attention. Promoted to Microsoft Student Partner as a result.
Certificate of Proficiency in English
University of Michigan · 2000 - 2010
- 10-year study program through Michigan-authorized organizations in Greece.
Imagine Cup World Finalist
Microsoft · 2014
- World-class distinction in the games category with a turn-based strategy game.