Versatile Software Engineer with 4+ years of experience in development, content creation, and QA testing. Proficient in C#, CSS, and JavaScript, with a passion for creating intuitive, engaging user experiences—especially in educational tools and game design. Known for delivering robust, high-quality software and collaborating effectively across teams to drive innovation and learning through technology.
Hi, I’m
Zack Fertig
Software Developer
Raleigh,NC
Summary
Overview
4
years of professional experience
4044
years of post-secondary education
2
Certifications
Work History
Epic Games
QA Tester II
01.2022 - 01.2025
Job overview
- Maintain reliable software functionality by designing and executing test cases, validating new code changes, and conducting regression tests to ensure no adverse effects on existing systems.
- Authored comprehensive test strategy documents adopted by the entire team, streamlining organization and planning for project execution.
- Updated and maintained Epic Games wiki by documenting process changes and discoveries, enabling seamless knowledge sharing and improving team efficiency.
Niños de Nueva Esperanza
Web Developer / Social Media Specialist
12.2021 - 02.2022
Job overview
- Delivered award-winning website, enhancing user experience through strategic content integration of video and imagery.
- Planned website development, converting mockups into usable web presence with HTML, JavaScript, AJAX, and JSON coding.
- Provided front-end development support, creating visually appealing designs that aligned with brand standards.
Center for Design Thinking
Web Developer / Graphic Designer
01.2021 - 01.2022
Job overview
- Increased event engagement by developing graphics and promotional materials for workshops, posted online and displayed on campus.
- Streamlined workshop registration and tracking processes through automation, improving efficiency.
- Automated workflows to improve operational efficiency and eliminate manual tasks.
Biobeat Technologies
iOS Developer Intern
05.2021 - 08.2021
Job overview
- Improved iOS platform functionality by diagnosing issues, streamlining features, and resolving Bluetooth connectivity bugs, while ensuring robust communication between app and web platforms.
- Developed robust, scalable, maintainable, and testable code for various iOS applications.
- Developed reusable code modules, resulting in reduced development time for future projects.
Education
Elon UniversityElon, NC
Master of Arts from Interactive Media
05-2022
University Overview
- Capstone Project: Shout!, Solo Developer of a fast-paced game of speed recall for 3 to 8 players that incorporates learning development theory.
Elon UniversityElon, NC
Bachelor of Arts from Mathematics & Computer Science
University Overview
- Study Abroad: Florence, Italy, Social Impact of Games
- Research Project: Mathematics of Voting
- Honoree of Summa Cum Laude
- Completed Minor in Game Design
Skills
C# programming
JavaScript proficiency
Proficient in HTML5
Quality assurance testing
Test management expertise
Experienced in Python development
Proficient in mobile app development
Agile project management
Strong Manual testing skills
Certification
Project Management
Timeline
Instructional Design
05-2025
Project Management
02-2025
QA Tester II
Epic Games
01.2022 - 01.2025
Web Developer / Social Media Specialist
Niños de Nueva Esperanza
12.2021 - 02.2022
iOS Developer Intern
Biobeat Technologies
05.2021 - 08.2021
Web Developer / Graphic Designer
Center for Design Thinking
01.2021 - 01.2022
Elon University
Master of Arts from Interactive Media
01.2022
Elon University
Bachelor of Arts from Mathematics & Computer Science
01.2021