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Contract Game Engine Programmer Jobs in New York

Role Overview We're seeking an engineer with strong reverse-engineering instincts to create and implement game modifications, with an initial focus on Unreal/Unity Engine-based titles spanning AAA ...

... programming for games, art asset creation, and playtesting methodology. Ability to explain game ... Skilled at teaching game concept development, engine-based implementation, and iterative design ...

... programming for games, art asset creation, and playtesting methodology. Ability to explain game ... Skilled at teaching game concept development, engine-based implementation, and iterative design ...

Video Game Design Tutor

Summit, NJ · Remote

$18 - $40/hr

... programming for games, art asset creation, and playtesting methodology. Ability to explain game ... Skilled at teaching game concept development, engine-based implementation, and iterative design ...

... programming for games, art asset creation, and playtesting methodology. Ability to explain game ... Skilled at teaching game concept development, engine-based implementation, and iterative design ...

... programming for games, art asset creation, and playtesting methodology. Ability to explain game ... Skilled at teaching game concept development, engine-based implementation, and iterative design ...

... programming for games, art asset creation, and playtesting methodology. Ability to explain game ... Skilled at teaching game concept development, engine-based implementation, and iterative design ...

... programming for games, art asset creation, and playtesting methodology. Ability to explain game ... Skilled at teaching game concept development, engine-based implementation, and iterative design ...

... programming for games, art asset creation, and playtesting methodology. Ability to explain game ... Skilled at teaching game concept development, engine-based implementation, and iterative design ...

Senior C++ Reverse Engineer

New York, NY · Remote

$150K - $250K/yr

Own our game engine SDKs -- Unreal and Unity specifically. You'll be working on the interface between our mod engineers and the underlying game engine. This entails owning keeping that system working ...

Lead Developer

Manhattan, NY · On-site

$64.75 - $84.75/hr

Proficiency with Unreal Engine, Unity or any proprietary game engine. * Proficiency with Git/Perforce or other version control systems. * Comfortable learning new software and programming languages.

Lead Developer

Manhattan, NY · On-site

$64.75 - $84.75/hr

Proficiency with Unreal Engine, Unity or any proprietary game engine. * Proficiency with Git/Perforce or other version control systems. * Comfortable learning new software and programming languages.

Principal Graphics Engineer

New York, NY · Remote

$143K - $177K/yr

We allow developers to, with no modifications to their code, transform existing mobile apps into ... Game engine internals, real-time renderers, or GPU compute frameworks. * Android internals and ...

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What is the difference between Contract Game Engine Programmer vs Contract Software Developer?

AspectContract Game Engine ProgrammerContract Software Developer
Required CredentialsRelevant programming skills, experience with game engines (e.g., Unity, Unreal), often a degree in computer science or related fieldGeneral programming skills, degree in computer science or related field, experience with various software applications
Work EnvironmentPrimarily in game development studios, collaborative with artists and designersVaries across industries; tech companies, startups, or enterprise software teams
Employer & Industry UsageUsed mainly in gaming industry for developing game engines or toolsUsed across multiple industries including tech, finance, healthcare, for software solutions

Contract Game Engine Programmers focus on developing and optimizing game engines and tools within the gaming industry, requiring specialized knowledge of game-specific programming. Contract Software Developers have broader roles across various industries, working on diverse software applications. While both roles require strong programming skills and relevant credentials, their work environments and industry applications differ significantly.

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Game Modification Engineer, C++

Wand

New York, NY • Remote

Full-time

Posted 7 days ago


Job description

Wand makes gaming magical. Through game customization and guidance, we build tools that helps players have more fun in their favorite games.

Our platform works across thousands of PC games, ensuring that great games are accessible to everyone, regardless of time constraints, skill level, or accessibility needs. We want to build the future of game assistance, and we're hoping you'll join us.

Role Overview

We're seeking an engineer with strong reverse-engineering instincts to create and implement game modifications, with an initial focus on Unreal/Unity Engine-based titles spanning AAA, AA, and indie games. Solid programming skills are required though a creative approach to mod design and willingness to learn game engines is a must.
Key Responsibilities
- Design and implement game modifications using our SDK framework
- Analyze game mechanics and systems to identify modification opportunities
- Create hooks into game functions
- Modify game object properties and game state
- Develop solutions for desired gaming features (e.g., resource modification, character manipulation)
- Investigate, troubleshoot, and fix bugs in existing and in-development modifications
- Test and validate modifications across different game versions
- Document modification techniques and implementation patterns
Required Skills & Experience
- Proficiency in C++ programming
- Analytical mindset and problem-solving abilities
- Creative approach to mod design with a genuine interest in how players experience and reshape games
- Ability to generate a high volume of creative mod ideas quickly, including under tight deadlines
- Ability to learn and adapt to new technical frameworks
- Experience with Unreal Engine and/or Unity or exposure to other engines used across AAA, AA, and indie titles

Preferred Qualifications
- Experience developing game trainers or modification tools
- Background in game development or modding communities
- Familiarity with game engine architectures and event systems
- Reverse engineering experience (disassembly, debugging tools, static/dynamic analysis, etc.)

Technical Knowledge Areas
- Programming proficiency
- Memory management and pointer manipulation
- Function hooks


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