Jonathan Kohl
Killeen,TX
Summary
Gameplay systems developer with strong C++ and Unreal Engine 5 experience. Skilled in data-driven architecture, AI pathfinding, procedural generation, and scalable modular design. Focused on building performant game systems that support long-term maintainability.
Overview
2027
2027
years of professional experience
Work History
Game Development Contractor
Full Sail university
Winter Park, Florida
09.2026 - 10.2026
- Built C++ gameplay systems for a real time strategy game, including procedural planet generation, unit movement, AI behavior, settlement management, and campaign progression.
- Implemented A* pathfinding, BFS, deterministic procedural generation, and hexagonal grid algorithms to enhance gameplay navigation and strategy execution.
- Engineered modular, reusable C++ gameplay frameworks prioritizing scalability, performance, and maintainability to support future development needs.
- Led technical planning, conducted code reviews, coordinated artists and developers, and managed integration of gameplay systems into existing codebase, ensuring seamless functionality and collaboration.
Founder / Game Developer
Jest Arrow Games LLC
Killeen, Texas
05.2025 - Current
- Founded and independently managed game development studio focused on Unreal Engine 5 and C++ development.
- Developed gameplay systems using object-oriented programming, component-based design, and data-driven development to enhance player experience.
- Created modular, reusable software components prioritizing maintainability, extensibility, and performance for efficient game development.
Hospital Corpsman Third Class
Navy Reserve
Augusta, Georgia
2021 - 2023
- Led funeral honors for fallen veterans and service members.
- Maintained medical records, charts, and confidential patient documentation.
- Provided preventive medicine services, including immunizations.
Hospital Corpsman
Navy
Bethesda, Maryland
07.2017 - 12.2020
- Assisted emergency department code and rapid response teams during urgent patient care events, ensuring timely and effective response.
- Delivered emergency and outpatient medical care, utilizing independent judgment and critical thinking under supervision of physician and physician assistant.
- Supervised nine-person team of military and civilian personnel, overseeing daily operations, staff training, and regulatory compliance to maintain quality assurance.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Game Development
Full Sail University
Winter Park, FL08-2024
Skills
- Unreal Engine 5 and Unity
- C and C# programming
- Gameplay design
- Procedural generation
- AI pathfinding and behavior
- Java programming
- HTML and CSS
- Visual Studio
- Version control
- Agile methodologies
- Project management
- Data architecture
Affiliations
- Youth Wrestling Coach
Accomplishments
- FY22 Q3 Sailor of the Quarter, Naval Reserve Center Augusta
- Course Director's Award, Programming 2, Full Sail University
- Joint Service Achievement Medal
Additional Work Experience
- Emergency Medical Technician (EMT)
- Telemetry Technician
- Materials Technician
- U.S. Navy Reserve (2021-2023)
Timeline
Game Development Contractor
Full Sail university
09.2026 - 10.2026
Founder / Game Developer
Jest Arrow Games LLC
05.2025 - Current
Hospital Corpsman
Navy
07.2017 - 12.2020
Hospital Corpsman Third Class
Navy Reserve
2021 - 2023
Bachelor of Science - Game Development
Full Sail University