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HoYoverse

Senior Gameplay Programmer AI [USA]

Los Angeles, CA · On-site +1

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Excellent programming ability understand 3d game gameplay architecture * Familiar with 3d mathematics and linear algebra * Excellent oral and written communication skills * Excellent teamwork ability ...

HoYoverse

Senior Gameplay Programmer AI [USA]

Los Angeles, CA · Remote

  • Medical

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Excellent programming ability understand 3d game gameplay architecture * Familiar with 3d mathematics and linear algebra * Excellent oral and written communication skills * Excellent teamwork ability ...

Marencor

Senior XR/Unity Developer

Austin, TX · On-site

Build interactive 3D models, environments, and simulations for AR/Unity based applications ... Master's degree in computer science, Game Development, or a related field. * Experience with ...

Netflix

Senior Software Engineer - Linux Specialist

$125K - $165K/yr

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  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

The Role Senior Gameplay Engineer The Senior Gameplay Engineer is responsible for the management ... Real-time strategy and Unity 3D game development experience. * Thorough understanding of the ...

Motocol

Gameplay Engineer

Glendale, CA

$25/hr

Game programming skills including 2D and 3D math, physics, FX and UI systems. Strong collaboration skills. A passion for games. Preferred Qualifications: Working prototypes of concepts that showcase ...

Netflix

Senior Software Engineer - Linux Specialist

$125K - $165K/yr

  • Medical

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

The Role Senior Gameplay Engineer The Senior Gameplay Engineer is responsible for the management ... Real-time strategy and Unity 3D game development experience. * Thorough understanding of the ...

Epic Games

Senior Game Security Engineer

Cary, NC · On-site

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ENGINEERING - EPIC GAMES SERVICES What We Do Driving the plug-in power behind Unreal Engine 5. We ... and 3D content that bring environments to life like never before. Epic's award-winning Unreal ...

Weekday AI

Game Tools & Modding Engineer

Shader programming (HLSL/GLSL) * 3D mathematics * Real-time graphics concepts * Experience with Unreal Engine or a similar game engine. * Knowledge of performance optimization techniques across CPU ...

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How much do contractual 3d game developer jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 18, 2026, the average yearly pay for contractual 3d 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 Contractual 3D Game Developer vs Full-Time 3D Game Developer?

AspectContractual 3D Game DeveloperFull-Time 3D Game Developer
Employment TypeTemporary, project-basedPermanent, ongoing
Work EnvironmentFreelance or contracted teamsIn-house or company offices
CredentialsRelevant skills, portfolio, possibly certificationsSame as contractual, often with additional company-specific training
Industry UsageCommon in freelance, indie, or outsourcing projectsStandard in established game studios

Contractual 3D Game Developers work on a temporary basis, often for specific projects, offering flexibility but less job security. Full-Time 3D Game Developers are employed permanently, with benefits and ongoing roles within a company. Both roles require similar skills and credentials, but their work arrangements and employment stability differ significantly.

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Infographic showing various Contractual 3D Game Developer job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 82% Full Time, 2% Part Time, and 16% Contract. Highlights an 80% Physical, 6% Hybrid, and 14% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $108,471 per year, or $52.1 per hour.

Software Design Engineer/Game Developer 4

By Light Professional IT Services LLC

Orlando, FL • On-site

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Medical, Dental, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 9 days ago

Job description

Company Overview
By Light Professional IT Services LLC readies warfighters and federal agencies with technology and systems engineered to connect, protect, and prepare individuals and teams for whatever comes next. Headquartered in McLean, VA, By Light supports defense, civilian, and commercial IT customers worldwide.
Cole Engineering Services (CESI), a By Light company, is recognized as a premier provider of modeling and simulation (M&S) training solutions to the Federal Government and industry. Since 2004, CESI has been at the forefront of developing, maintaining, and integrating simulation-based training, serious gaming, technical services, training and other support in live, virtual, constructive, and gaming (LVCG) domains. CESI also designs, builds and runs infrastructure, platforms, applications and processes that enable cyber training for the integrated multi-domain force. Our vision is to become a worldwide full spectrum LVCG and cyber training/analysis developer, integrator and services provider.
Position Overview
Develop new functionality, diagnose and fix software defects for distributed simulations, game-based training systems and applications. Applications are implemented in C++ with Unreal Engine 5 and are deployed to Windows and Linux environments.
Responsibilities
  • Architect and develop UE5-based real-time simulation environments for DoD training and analysis programs.
  • Design and implement custom UE5 engine plugins, modules, and rendering extensions using C++ and OOD principles.
  • Profile, debug, and optimize render performance including GPU/CPU bottleneck resolution and memory management.
  • Support customer-directed research and development activities.
  • Support for integration and test activities.
  • Investigate and fix defects in a UE5 project.
  • On-site development.

Required Experience/Qualifications
  • Bachelor's degree in a technical discipline such as electrical engineering, computer science, information technology, systems or software engineering from an accredited college or university. Experience may be considered in lieu of degree
  • 8+ years of professional software engineering experience in real-time 3D, simulation, or games
  • 3+ years of hands-on development with Unreal Engine 4/5 in a professional or DoD program context
  • Object Oriented design background
  • Advanced Knowledge of C++
  • Extensive Unreal Engine development experience
  • Experience with performance profiling, memory optimization, and multi-threaded game/sim engine code
  • Proficient in writing and extending custom UE5 Plugins and subsystems
  • Ability to test, diagnose problems, and implement fixes
  • Experience with GIT source control tools

Preferred Experience/Qualifications
  • First or third person game development
  • Networking, VMs, Kubernetes, Docker, Python scripting
  • Experience with Image Generators or Terrain Generation tools
  • DoD simulation-based application development
  • Experience integrating with CIGI-compliant host applications
  • Familiarity with GIS concepts, including WGS84, coordinate systems, and industry-standard formats
  • Experience with Cesium for Unreal
  • Familiarity with HLSL for custom rendering pipeline work

Special Requirements/Security Clearance
Please note that pursuant to a government contract, this specific position requires U. S. Citizenship status and a secret security clearance with the ability to pass a CI polygraph if requested by the customer. Security Clearance requirements will be specified in the Government's Task Order.
This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. The above is intended to describe the general contents of and requirements for the performance of this job.
Benefits Overview
CESI recognizes that our strength is our people. We support every employee as an individual to build strong teams across the enterprise. Our benefit package includes:
  • Medical, Dental & Visio
  • Coverage
  • Wellness Program
  • 401(k) Matching
  • Disability (Short Term & Long Term)
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Life Insurance
  • Education & Training
  • Generous Leave Policy (11 Federal Holidays, PTO, Military Leave, Bereavement and Jury Duty)

Cole Engineering Services, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. We consider qualified applicants without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, political affiliation, age, marital status, disability, genetic information, veteran status, membership in an employee organization, or any other basis prohibited by federal, state, or local laws.

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