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Director Computer Science Game Development Jobs in Aurora, CO

Cymertek

Software Developer

Aurora, CO · On-site

... Science, Electrical Engineering, Systems Engineering, Information Systems, Game Development, ect ... With direct access to company leadership, a laid-back and inclusive atmosphere, and exceptional ...

Medpace

Manager, Software Development

Denver, CO · On-site

$127K - $167K/yr

Required : • Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science or a related area, with 7-10 years of software ... and in direct management of a development team • Development Experience with Microsoft ...

AIAA

Senior Director for Science

Boulder, CO · On-site

$263 - $300/hr

Laboratory for Atmospheric and Space Physics - Senior Director for Science The Laboratory for ... Demonstrated success in scientific leadership, mentorship, and team development. * >10 years ...

Quantinuum

Advanced AMO Scientist - 733

Broomfield, CO · On-site

$145K - $175K/yr

Lead development and design projects with suppliers * Communication enabling optical and photonic ... What's in it for you? A competitive salary and innovative, game-changing work Flexible work ...

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How much do director computer science game development jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 9, 2026, the average yearly pay for director computer science game development in Aurora, CO is $83,912.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $55,900.00 and $99,100.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Director Computer Science Game Development vs Lead Game Programmer?

AspectDirector Computer Science Game DevelopmentLead Game Programmer
ResponsibilitiesOversees entire game development teams, sets technical vision, manages project timelinesLeads coding efforts, develops core game systems, mentors programmers
Required CredentialsBachelor's/Master's in Computer Science or related, extensive experience in game developmentBachelor's in Computer Science or related, strong programming background
Work EnvironmentManagement level, collaborative with multiple departmentsTechnical role, primarily programming teams
Industry UsageUsed by game studios for leadership rolesCommonly used for senior programming roles

The Director Computer Science Game Development focuses on strategic leadership and project management across the entire game development process, while the Lead Game Programmer concentrates on technical execution and coding within the development team. Both roles require strong technical backgrounds, but the director emphasizes oversight and coordination, whereas the lead is more hands-on with programming tasks.

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Project Manager for Educational Games

Starfall Education Foundation

Boulder, CO • On-site

Full-time

Re-posted 2 days ago

Job description

Company Description
Starfall Education Foundation began in 2002 as an enterprise to create an on-line environment where children have fun learning. It is now used throughout the world with over a billion completed activities each year. Starfall Education Foundation became a member supported non-profit organization in 2015. We create free and low-cost experiences whereby children can successfully learn through exploration. On the Starfall website and in Starfall classrooms, children have fun while learning in an environment of collaboration, wonderment, and play. We teach through positive reinforcement to ensure children become confident, intrinsically motivated, and successful. Learn more at Starfall.com
Job Description
Are you interested in an exciting opportunity to take a leadership role in the production of interactive games that teach and motivate young children?
Starfall is looking for a project manager with producer-developer experience who will oversee a major project to convert our existing Adobe Flash based interactive games into HTML5 so they can be
played on mobile devices.
The Project Manager will coordinate the preparation of game assets with our internal staff and directly manage an external group of 10 independent contractors from around the world.
Qualifications
The Project Manager must have:
  • A successful history of proven leadership and management abilities,
  • The ability to clearly communicate requirements and instructions between staff and contractors,
  • An entrepreneurial spirit and passion for this project, and
  • Producer-Director experience and skills related to on-line game development, art and production.
    Location: San Diego, Ca. Telecommute Possibility.

Additional Information
Salary: Although we are a non-profit we offer a very competitive salary with excellent benefits.
We request a letter of introduction explaining how your background fits this position.

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