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Job Summary The Associate Game Developer is responsible for working with Game Developers in tuning game design documents and developing game rule content for new and supplemental miniatures and board ...

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How much do board game developer jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 3, 2026, the average yearly pay for board game developer in the United States is $108,471.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $81,500.00 and $124,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a board game developer?

A Board Game Developer is responsible for designing, prototyping, testing, and refining board games. They work on game mechanics, themes, rules, and component design to create engaging and balanced gameplay experiences. Developers collaborate with artists, writers, and playtesters to improve game quality. They may work for game publishers, as freelancers, or independently through crowdfunding and self-publishing.

What are the typical day-to-day responsibilities of a board game developer?

Board Game Developers spend their days brainstorming and designing game concepts, creating and testing prototype versions, and refining rules and game mechanics based on playtesting feedback. Collaboration is frequent, often involving partnership with artists for visual assets, writers for narratives, and marketing teams to align on audience appeal. Developers may also prepare pitch materials for publishers, manage timelines, and participate in industry events for research and networking. This variety ensures that each day offers new creative and problem-solving challenges, making the role both dynamic and highly collaborative.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a board game developer?

To thrive as a Board Game Developer, you need a blend of creative design abilities, strong understanding of gameplay mechanics, and problem-solving skills, often backed by experience in game design, graphic design, or a related field. Familiarity with tools like Adobe Creative Suite, prototyping software, and knowledge of playtesting methodologies are commonly required, while formal certifications in game design can be beneficial. Strong communication, teamwork, and adaptability are vital soft skills for collaborating with artists, writers, and playtesters throughout the development process. These competencies ensure that you can conceptualize engaging games, efficiently iterate on designs, and bring innovative products to market.

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Infographic showing various Board Game Developer job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% Locum Tenens, 2% As Needed, 79% Full Time, 16% Part Time, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 94% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 4% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $108,471 per year, or $52.1 per hour.

Associate Game Developer

Asmodee

Everett, WA • On-site, Remote

$60K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 15 days ago


Job description

Composed of veterans from the tabletop miniatures games industry, Atomic Mass Games is committed to delivering immersive lifestyle hobby games that combine industry-leading tabletop miniatures and fast, fun, kinetic game rules to create lifelong collectors and players. 

Job Summary

The Associate Game Developer is responsible for working with Game Developers in tuning game design documents and developing game rule content for new and supplemental miniatures and board game products. The Associate Game Developer works closely with the Development Director and Development Manager to ensure game rules reflect the core pillars of Atomic Mass Games. The Associate Game Developer serves as part of the creative review team for products alongside the games Lead Developer, helping provide feedback and input toward realizing the final product. The Associate Game Developer also works closely with Graphic Design to assist with layout and proofing on their projects and others as necessary.

What will your role involve
  • Assist Game Developers in developing rules based on design content and mechanics for a variety of new and established game systems as part of a larger studio team.
  • Work alongside Game Developers to ensure final game products are fun, engaging, thematically appropriate, in keeping with the spirit of the licensed intellectual property (if any), within the scope of the vision outlined at the beginning of the project.
  • Manage the status and progress of all active projects as assigned.
  • Work to layout final rules into print files alongside Graphic Design.
  • Serve as the primary point of contact for the play-testing process including establishing strong external play-test groups.
  • Work closely inside the Development department to ensure each project reaches its full potential while staying on target with deadlines.
  • Work as needed alongside the Development Manager in coordinating with Game Producers to ensure budgets for assigned projects are within specifications and sufficient benchmarks are in place to meet planned deadlines.
  • Help progress of non-game rules related assets by ensuring that stake holding departments have critical information concerning how their projects interact with game development.
  • Maintain good communication and overall excellent relationship with Freelance Artists, Writers, Editors, Play-testers, and internal teams as needed.
  • Support studio events and promote studio products as requested by Marketing.
  • All other assignments as directed by management.
What do you bring

Position Skills & Qualifications

  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
  • Excellent creative skills.
  • Proficient in word processing programs (e.g., MS Word, iWorks Pages), spreadsheet programs (e.g., MS Excel, iWorks Numbers), and Adobe InDesign.
  • Self-directed time management and strong organizational skills to manage multiple projects simultaneously. Able to prioritize assignments and meet deadlines while working independently.
  • Detail oriented and dedicated to making great games.
  • Ability to collaborate effectively with other teams and individuals.
  • Able to travel up to 10% of the time; sometimes with short notice. 

Education/Experience

  • Experience with tabletop miniatures games both those produced by AMG and others.

Hesitant to apply because you don't have all the experience or qualifications listed? Let us decide! The right candidate doesn't always match up perfectly on paper. We believe that diverse perspectives and experiences bring fresh ideas and innovation to our team. If you're passionate about this role and believe your unique background and skills could contribute to our mission, we'd love to hear from you! 

Why join us
  • 22 Days of PTO Annually 
  • 13 Paid Holidays 
  • Medical, Dental, Vision & Life Insurance 
  • Competitive 401K Match 
  • Paid Parental Leave 
  • Fertility & Family Building Benefits
  • Legal & Identity Theft Support
  • 2 Paid Volunteer Days Off 
  • Flexible & Hybrid Schedules 
  • Extensive Game Discounts 
  • $250 Annually in Game Bucks 
  • Career Growth & Development 
  • Mental Health Programs 
  • Virtual Healthcare Options 
  • Employee Assistance Program 
  • Employee Referral Program 


At asmodee, we care about the health and wellbeing of our employees. Our commitment extends beyond the workplace, offering comprehensive healthcare and 401(k) retirement plans, as well as generous paid time off and hybrid schedules to support our team members in every aspect of their lives. We understand the importance of work-life balance, which is why we are proud to provide a competitive total rewards and compensation package, with several benefits listed below. 

Actual compensation for this role is based on several factors, including but not limited to job-related skills, qualifications, experience, market conditions and specific work location. Base Salary: $60,000

Our Commitment

asmodee's purpose is Bringing People Together. To us that means all kinds of people, no matter their perceived differences. 

We strive to create a workplace where everyone feels empowered to show up as their full and authentic selves. We seek to support our diverse community of players by creating representative gaming experiences that celebrate a variety of backgrounds, skills, and views. Diversity and Inclusion fuels our creativity and promotes internal and external equity which allows us to continue in our efforts to bring people together around the game table. Games are for everyone.