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Jon-Claude
Simms
Developer
A computer developer that uses coding kung fu in order to build the very best applications. He currently leads an international team of developers building a cloud application security platform. Jon-Claude's love for video games has lead him to work on several blockbuster games (Skyrim, Dishonored and Rage), but his passion has lead him to work on creating the next video game masterpiece at Aura Studios.
Stephen
Finnegan
Designer
Stephen is a DC based designer and artist. He has made it a mission to learn all disciplines within visual arts & design in order to be a true jack of all trades. Recently, Stephen has started combining his two loves (video games & visual design) into his work at Aura Studios. While he continues to explore and master different visual specializations, Stephen always comes back to cinematic and game development, which serve as a playground for his imagination and fuel his drive to create.
Gerald
Bowen
Musician
Gerald is a NYC based producer, writer, and audio engineer with a passion for the creative process. His expertise in Pro Tools and Ableton Live provide a base for delivering high quality sonic material. Combining his love for gaming and music, Gerald helps to complete the creative vision through the art of sound.
Building Tomorrow’s Software Today
Aura Studios is a software company dedicated to creating innovative applications, games, and business solutions that people actually want to use. Founded by three engineers with a shared vision of changing the world through exceptional software, we’ve evolved into a focused product company driven by the belief that great ideas deserve great execution.
Our Expertise
Led by founder Jon-Claude Simms, our development philosophy is shaped by real-world experience across the software industry’s most demanding environments. Jon-Claude brings a unique perspective as the current Lead Engineer of both UI and API teams at startup Caveonix, where he’s built multiple applications supporting their SaaS platform while mentoring the next generation of engineers. His background includes developing enterprise-scale solutions at AOL Platforms and ensuring quality on legendary games like Skyrim, Dishonored, Rage, and Doom 3 BFG at Bethesda Softworks.
We specialize in:
- Game Development using Unreal Engine and cutting-edge technologies
- Web Applications built with Node.js, Angular, and modern frameworks
- Cloud Solutions leveraging AWS, Azure, and Google Cloud Platform
- AI Integration to enhance user experiences and business capabilities
- Small Business Consulting for technical strategy and implementation
Our Vision
While our immediate focus is establishing Aura Studios as a notable force in gaming, our long-term ambition is far broader. We’re building toward becoming a major independent software company with a diverse portfolio spanning multiple industries—much like the tech giants, but on our own terms. We believe the best software companies aren’t acquired; they acquire others and shape entire industries.
What Sets Us Apart
Our competitive advantage lies in our rare combination of AAA gaming experience, enterprise software development expertise, and startup agility. We understand both the technical demands of shipping complex software and the creative vision required to build products that resonate with users. This unique blend allows us to approach problems from angles our competitors simply can’t match.
We don’t just build software—we craft experiences that solve real problems and create genuine value for our users.
Ready to Build Something Great?
Whether you’re looking for a custom gaming solution, need technical consultation for your business, or want to discuss a potential partnership, we’d love to hear from you. Let’s explore how Aura Studios can help bring your vision to life.
Please contact us to see what our team can do for you.