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Aaa Game Writer Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Senior Writer

Carlsbad, CA · On-site

$82K - $152K/yr

To succeed you must have... * 8+ years in the games industry working in a writing or narrative design capacity, with multiple shipped titles in the AAA console / PC space. * Screenplay or game ...

Gameplay Engineer II

Irvine, CA · On-site

$78K - $202K/yr

S.-based, AAA game development studio for Tencent Games. Lightspeed LA is focused on building ... Strong written and verbal communication skills. * Value lean, simple, efficient, well‑tested code.

Effectively communicate technical and creative ideas through clear written and verbal communication ... Expertise with AAA game engines and deep knowledge of audio implementation workflows. * Advanced ...

Senior Gameplay Engineer

Irvine, CA · On-site

$116K - $269K/yr

S.-based AAA game development studio for Tencent Games. Lightspeed LA focuses on building ... Strong written and verbal communication skills. * Value lean, simple, efficient, well‑tested code.

Principal Sound Designer

Santa Monica, CA · On-site

$140K - $160K/yr

Effectively communicate technical and creative ideas through clear written and verbal communication ... Expertise with AAA game engines and deep knowledge of audio implementation workflows. * Advanced ...

Producer - Background Art (Retro Studios)

Austin, TX · On-site

$122K - $124K/yr

Deeply familiar with pre-production and production phases of AAA game development * Deeply familiar ... Excellent written and verbal communication skills. * Excellent time management skills. PREFERRED ...

Producer - Background Art (Retro Studios)

Austin, TX · On-site

$122K - $124K/yr

Deeply familiar with pre-production and production phases of AAA game development * Deeply familiar ... Excellent written and verbal communication skills. * Excellent time management skills. PREFERRED ...

Game Development Engineer

Costa Mesa, CA · On-site

$166K - $220K/yr

Ability to write clean, maintainable and extensible code with attention to reusability * Experience ... Shipped at least one AAA game title in a similar role. * Be able to obtain and hold a U.S. Top ...

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How much do aaa game writer jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 10, 2026, the average hourly pay for aaa game writer in the United States is $24.29, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $18.51 and $27.88 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a AAA game writer?

AAA game writers are professional storytellers who craft the narratives, dialogue, character arcs, and world-building elements for high-budget, large-scale video games produced by major studios. They collaborate closely with game designers, artists, and developers to ensure the story integrates seamlessly with gameplay and visuals. Their responsibilities often include writing scripts, developing lore, and adapting content based on feedback or gameplay changes. In AAA games, writers play a crucial role in creating immersive and emotionally engaging experiences for players.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a AAA game writer?

To thrive as a AAA Game Writer, you need expertise in narrative design, creative writing, and storytelling, often supported by a degree in English, Creative Writing, or a related field. Familiarity with industry-standard scripting tools, game engines like Unreal or Unity, and content management systems is typically required. Strong collaboration, communication, and adaptability are vital soft skills for working with interdisciplinary teams and responding to feedback. These skills are crucial to creating engaging narratives that enhance gameplay and resonate with a wide audience in high-stakes, collaborative development environments.

What are some common challenges AAA game writers face when collaborating with large development teams?

AAA game writers often work with multidisciplinary teams that include designers, artists, programmers, and producers. One common challenge is ensuring narrative consistency while accommodating frequent changes in gameplay or technical constraints. Effective communication and flexibility are essential, as writers may need to revise dialogue or plot points to fit evolving game mechanics. Building strong relationships with other departments can help align storytelling with the overall vision and deadlines of the project.

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Game Development Engineer

Costa Mesa, CA

Anduril Industries
Guided Missile and Space Vehicle Manufacturing • 501 - 1,000 employees

Full-time

Re-posted 21 days ago


Anduril rating

9.1

Company rating: 9.1 out of 10

Anduril

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Job description

ABOUT THE TEAM

Our team builds, tests, integrates, and scales software that beautifully visualizes both real and simulated historical or live data. Our software acts as the visual client for Anduril's Mission Simulation product, bringing visions to life in a 2D environment as well as an immersive 3D AR environment. It lets users create "what ifs" to evaluate mission concepts, drive future mission tactics, and accelerate mission understanding. It is often used for Business Development and Engineering purposes.

WHAT YOU'LL DO

  • Partner with stakeholders to establish clear priorities and define expectations which translate to a scope of work that you and the team can effectively deliver on
  • Identify technical risks and their solutions, collaborating with the broader engineering groups at Anduril.
  • Ensure client stability by diagnosing and resolving defects.
  • Analyze and optimize both memory and performance in systems that must scale from high-end desktops to mobile AR systems
  • Identify problems; solve them: implement robust, high-quality solutions

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

  • Excellent C++ skills and software engineering principles
  • Experience working in large codebases to solve complex problems.
  • Minimum five years of professional programming experience
  • Solid understanding of 3D math
  • Ability to write clean, maintainable and extensible code with attention to reusability
  • Experience in a broad range of engineering areas on shipping games or real time visualization systems, with special attention given to low-level code
  • Excellent spoken and written communication
  • Must be a U.S. Person due to required access to U.S. export controlled information or facilities

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

  • Linux development experience
  • Experience developing on console platforms.
  • Shipped at least one AAA game title in a similar role.
  • Be able to obtain and hold a U.S. Top Secret security clearance

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As the world enters an era of strategic competition, Anduril delivers cutting-edge autonomy, AI, computer vision, sensor fusion, and networking technology to the warfighter in months, not years.


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About Anduril Industries

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Anduril Industries is a trailblazer in the technology industry based in Costa Mesa, CA, US. Founded in 2017 by Palmer Luckey, the creator of Oculus VR, the company focuses on developing innovative technology to equip and empower those in the defense sector. Its primary products include cutting-edge autonomous systems and AI software that assist in combating threats to national and global security. The mission of Anduril Industries is to integrate technology and defense by building transformative, scalable solutions that ensure a safer world.

Industry

Guided missile and space vehicle manufacturing

Company size

501 - 1,000 Employees

Headquarters location

Costa Mesa, CA, US

Year founded

2017

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