About Me

Michael Wahba, software engineer and designer

Hi! I'm Mike, an engineer and designer with a passion for creating innovative and engaging experiences.

With a unique background spanning biology, computer science, and creative writing, I bring an interdisciplinary approach to all my projects. Currently at Maxis (Electronic Arts), I work on developing the tools and systems that power the creativity of The Sims community.

My journey from studying synthetic biology to crafting digital worlds has taught me the value of thinking in systems and creative exploration. Whether I'm designing gameplay mechanics, implementing AI systems, or building development tools, I focus on creating solutions that are both technically robust and intuitively usable.

Press & Media

Circuit Stream interview feature

Circuit Stream

August 2025

From Biology to Game Design Excellence - An interview about my journey into game development.

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iGEM blog feature

iGEM Blog

November 2023

From SynBio to Game Design - How iGEM shaped my journey to an MFA.

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The Logic Magazine feature

The Logic Magazine

July 2021

Top Prospects - Leading Innovators from the Class of 2021.

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CBC News interview

CBC News

November 2020

Creative Writing Student Tapped to Moonlight as Video Game Writer.

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Open to Collaboration

Looking for mentorship, consulting, or teaching?

I'm available to support others on their professional journeys and always eager to share what I've learned. Whether you're seeking feedback on your current project or help with job applications, let's connect.

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