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Roblox

Quality Engineer, Game Engine

San Mateo, CA

$82K - $105K/yr

In this role, you will focus on automating testing processes while collaborating closely with various engineering teams to enhance the quality of our gaming platform. You will play a crucial role in ...

Roblox

Quality Engineer, Game Engine

San Mateo, CA · On-site

$132K - $157K/yr

In this role, you will focus on automating testing processes while collaborating closely with various engineering teams to enhance the quality of our gaming platform. You will play a crucial role in ...

Spinplay Games

Game Developer

Las Vegas, NV

Description The Game Developer is responsible for creating slot game front-end client software using our internal game engine. The Game Developer will act in both a project owner and project support ...

Akima, LLC

Part Time Unreal Game Designer

Huntsville, AL · On-site

$152K/yr

... our growing engineering team. This position will provide an opportunity to apply academic ... Daily work will require experience in the Unreal game engine and the ability to learn custom ...

ClassDojo

Senior Game Engineer

$107K - $146K/yr

Required : • 7+ years of experience working on game engine technologies including one or more areas across rendering, networking, physics and runtime data model with deep expertise in at least one ...

Lockheed Martin

Programmer Analyst Sr.

King George, VA · On-site

$41.50 - $56.25/hr

The primary development project will occur within the Unity game engine and support USN and FMS customers. The ideal candidate will be experienced with the Unity game engine and C++ / C# programming ...

ClassDojo

Senior Game Engineer

$107K - $146K/yr

Required : • 7+ years of experience working on game engine technologies including one or more areas across rendering, networking, physics and runtime data model with deep expertise in at least one ...

Akima, LLC

Game Developer

Huntsville, AL · On-site

Familiarity with at least one game engine (Unity or Unreal Engine). * Strong problem-solving ... Experience in the Lua programming language. * One or more shipped titles. Job ID 2025-20304 Work ...

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As of Jun 20, 2026, the average yearly pay for contract game engine programmer in the United States is $92,636.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $24,000.00 and $145,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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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Quality Engineer, Game Engine

Quality Engineer, Game Engine

Roblox

San Mateo, CA

$82K - $105K/yr

Other

Posted 24 days ago

Job description

We are seeking a passionate and skilled QA Engineer to join our QA team. In this role, you will focus on automating testing processes while collaborating closely with various engineering teams to enhance the quality of our gaming platform. You will play a crucial role in the development and implementation of automated testing strategies, ensuring our products meet the highest standards of quality.

You Will

  • Automation Development: Design, develop, and maintain automated test scripts for new and existing features using Python, Lua, and C++.
  • Continuous Integration/Continuous Delivery (CI/CD): Define and implement required test services and components for CI/CD pipelines.
  • Testing Tools: Utilize tools like TestRail for test case management, Jira for bug tracking, Confluence for documentation, and Figma for QA workflows.
  • Test Planning: Create and maintain quality test plans and test cases, ensuring thorough coverage across multiple gaming platforms (PC/Mac, iOS/Android, consoles, VR).
  • Collaboration: Partner with engineering teams (Avatar, Audio, Video, etc.) to provide specialized QA support and drive QA initiatives from planning through to final release.
  • Coordination: Work with internal QA teams and offshore members to coordinate testing efforts and streamline communication.
  • Identify Automation Opportunities: Recognize areas for automation within manual test cases and convert them into efficient automated tests.
  • Documentation: Review and create comprehensive documentation for test cases, results, and automation frameworks.

You Have

  • Experience: 3-5 years of hands-on QA engineering experience, specifically in writing test plans, test suites, and test cases within the gaming industry.
  • Coding Skills: Experience with Python (or equivalent) is required and understanding of Lua is a plus.
  • Automation Frameworks: Experience with automation frameworks and a desire to grow in this area.
  • Automation Focus: A strong emphasis on automation (60-70% of responsibilities) with a desire to advance automation skills.
  • Passion for Gaming: A deep interest in gaming and game development, with a solid understanding of gaming platforms.
  • Game Engines: Experience with game engines such as Unity, Unreal or Roblox Studio is required.
  • Team Coordination: Proven experience working with offshore QA teams, enhancing collaboration and communication.

You Are

  • Roblox Development: Familiar with Roblox development processes is a plus.

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