Contract Gameplay Engineer Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Team Red Dog is hiring a Gameplay Engineer - Minecraft Creator Platform for our client, a Fortune 50 technology leader and creative technology powerhouse. This remote role blends gameplay development, scripting, and content creation to build high-quality sample worlds, mods, and add-ons that showcase new platform capabilities. You'll work hands-on with TypeScript, JSON, and game scripting APIs to develop playable experiences that serve as reference content for a global creator community. Your work directly impacts how developers learn, adopt, and innovate within one of the most iconic gaming ecosystems in the world.
Top Required Skills (Must Haves):

1. Experience building game content such as mods, add-ons, or custom gameplay scenarios, ideally within Minecraft or similar moddable platforms.
2. Strong scripting skills using TypeScript or JavaScript, including working with APIs and gameplay systems.
3. Hands-on experience with JSON definitions (entities, items, behaviors) and content packaging (behavior/resource packs).
4. Ability to design and develop polished, playable sample experiences with clear documentation and usability.

Opportunity Overview:
This is a unique opportunity to build real gameplay experiences that will be used by a global community of creators. You'll be among the first to work with new platform features, translating them into intuitive, high-quality sample content that teaches and inspires. The role sits at the intersection of engineering and game design, offering both creative freedom and technical depth while influencing the future of the Minecraft creator ecosystem.
How you will make an impact:
• Develop sample worlds, mini-games, and add-ons that demonstrate new platform features
• Create and maintain code samples using TypeScript, JSON, and scripting APIs
• Test and validate content against new platform builds, ensuring compatibility and quality
• Collaborate with engineers and product teams to understand upcoming features and shape sample content
• Package and publish sample projects with clear documentation and setup instructions
• Identify bugs and provide feedback based on hands-on development with pre-release features
• Contribute to tutorials, walkthroughs, or reference materials for creators
The expertise you bring:
• Bachelor's degree in computer science, engineering, or related technical field
• 2-4 years of experience in software or gameplay development
• Experience building mods, add-ons, or custom content for games
• Proficiency in TypeScript, JavaScript, or similar scripting languages
• Experience working in agile development environments
• Strong understanding of software development lifecycle and best practices
• Ability to design, build, and ship end-to-end technical projects
What makes a candidate highly successful in this role:
A strong candidate brings a portfolio of polished, playable game content that clearly demonstrates both creativity and technical execution. They combine a game designer's intuition for engaging experiences with a developer's discipline in writing clean, well-documented code. Success in this role comes from the ability to translate complex features into simple, intuitive examples that others can learn from, while maintaining high quality and usability standards.
Why Work with Team Red Dog?
At Team Red Dog, people are at the heart of everything we do. Our commitment to personalized service and our deep experience in matching talented professionals with meaningful roles at some of the world's most inspiring companies is what sets us apart. We take the time to understand your unique skills, strengths, and passions-because we believe your career should reflect who you are.
Whether you're looking to grow, pivot, or simply find a place where your work truly matters, we offer opportunities that empower you to make a positive impact. With excellent benefits, a supportive team, and a role where you can thrive while doing what you love, we're here to help you take the next step with confidence. Join us-and discover what it means to be genuinely valued in your career.
Generous benefits package for qualified employees includes:
• Health insurance (medical, dental, vision, and life)
• Employer-matched 401K plan
• Paid time off
• Paid holidays
Estimated Start Date: Immediately
Location: 100% Remote (U.S.-based)
Job #: 2514
Job Type and Estimated Duration: W2 contract opportunity with client expecting contract to go 18 months (subject to performance, budget and client discretion)
Rate: $7,600 - $8,400 monthly
Team Red Dog is committed to providing equal opportunities to everyone, regardless of race, ethnicity, gender, age, religion, sexual orientation, disability, or any other characteristic. If you need accommodation during the recruitment process, reach out to hr@teamreddog.com, and we will work to ensure an accessible experience. We strictly adhere to federal, state, and local laws to maintain a workplace free from discrimination and harassment.
We offer competitive compensation aligned with U.S. industry standards, and our final offer will reflect the candidate's location, job-specific skills, experience, and knowledge.
• All applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. without the need for sponsorship.
• Team Red Dog is an E-Verify employer.
• Employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a reference and background check.
• Please no solicitations from C2C or recruiting firms.