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T hera Bytes GmbH

$80 - $100/hr

We are searching for an Unreal game developer intern (Pflichtpraktikum / mandatory internship) who is motivated to contribute to the success of our game development. Join the Core Squad We will ...

Akima, LLC

Game Developer

Huntsville, AL · On-site

Daily work will require experience in the Unity or Unreal game engines and the ability to learn ... Collaborate with designers, artists, and senior developers to implement gameplay features. * Follow ...

T hera Bytes GmbH

$80 - $100/hr

We are searching for an Unreal game developer intern (Pflichtpraktikum / mandatory internship) who is motivated to contribute to the success of our game development. Join the Core Squad We will ...

SIDE

$125 - $150/hr

We're looking for a Senior Unreal Engine Engineer with deep expertise across gameplay systems, animation, object interactions, physics, UI, C++, and Blueprint development to help drive the technical ...

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Unreal Engineer, Gaming

Austin, TX · On-site

You are a game-development professional, eager to be a key contributor on a dynamic, happy team. We ... But, don't count yourself out if your Unreal development skills are actually more novice than ...

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Senior Game Developer / UE5 Engineer

$125K - $165K/yr

We're looking for a Senior Unreal Engine Engineer with deep expertise across gameplay systems, animation, object interactions, physics, UI, C++, and Blueprint development to help drive the technical ...

Spin Master

Game Developer

New York, NY · On-site

$38 - $40/hr

As the Game Developer for Hellbreak TCG, you will analyze card designs and manage our external ... This is an on going contract opportunity. 4 days in office How will you create impact? * Review ...

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As of Sep 7, 2026, the average yearly pay for contract unreal 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 the difference between Contract Unreal Game Developer vs Contract Unity Game Developer?

AspectContract Unreal Game DeveloperContract Unity Game Developer
Required CredentialsProficiency in Unreal Engine, C++ programming, portfolio of Unreal projectsProficiency in Unity, C# programming, portfolio of Unity projects
Work EnvironmentGame studios, freelance projects, VR/AR applicationsMobile, indie, VR/AR, and casual game development
Employer & Industry UsageAAA and indie game studios, simulation, trainingMobile app developers, indie studios, educational apps

Contract Unreal Game Developers focus on Unreal Engine projects, often working on high-end AAA titles or VR applications, requiring C++ skills. In contrast, Contract Unity Game Developers typically work on mobile, indie, or casual games using C# in Unity. Both roles involve similar credentials and work environments but differ in engine expertise and project types.

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Unreal Game Developer Internship

T hera Bytes GmbH

On-site

$80 - $100/hr

Other

Posted 20 days ago

Job description

With a small and dedicated team, we are currently working on a first-person tactical co-op shooter using Unreal Engine 5. The game features a realistic, military-focused setting with a strong emphasis on simulation and tactical gameplay.

We are searching for an Unreal game developer intern (Pflichtpraktikum / mandatory internship) who is motivated to contribute to the success of our game development.

Join the Core Squad

We will provide working task guidance with daily meetings, making sure you can onboard easily in a distributed team environment

Work on a tactical FPS using Unreal 5 accompanied by dedicated teammates embracing the genre

You have a registered residence in Germany and the internship is a mandatory part of your studies

Shape the Battlefield

Help develop a four player co-op multiplayer tactical shooter with focus on PvE

Work with unreal engine 5 and blueprints

Integrate UI and SFX

Work with animation blueprints

Test the game help re-producing bugs

You like FPS and even more love to build them

First experience using Unreal Engine and Blueprints

A portfolio of your private/ hobby/ study projects that shows your skills and versatility
(no portfolio = no review)

Self-organized and active, with a willingness to learn new tech or methods

Good understanding of vector- and quaternion mathematics

A strong feel for what players connects with

German native speaker

Located in Bavaria, Germany

Worked on shooter games / mods before

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