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Educational Game Developer Jobs in Washington, DC

ManTech International

Simulation Developer

Quantico, VA · On-site

$141K - $236K/yr

  • Medical

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Game Development, or a related ... Opportunities), education and certifications as well as Federal Government Contract Labor ...

ManTech

Simulation Developer

Quantico, VA · On-site

$141K - $236K/yr

  • Medical

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Game Development, or a related ... Opportunities), education and certifications as well as Federal Government Contract Labor ...

ManTech International

Simulation Developer

Quantico, VA · On-site

$91K - $153K/yr

  • Medical

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Game Development, or a related ... Opportunities), education and certifications as well as Federal Government Contract Labor ...

Finch AI

Web Developer

Washington, DC · On-site

$105K - $170K/yr

Education and Work Experience 3-15 years of relevant experience, with placement (Mid, Senior, or ... We do that by leveraging game-changing intellectual property, cloud infrastructure expertise, and a ...

Finch AI

Web Developer

Washington, DC · On-site

$105K - $170K/yr

Education and Work Experience 3-15 years of relevant experience, with placement (Mid, Senior, or ... We do that by leveraging game-changing intellectual property, cloud infrastructure expertise, and a ...

Finch Computing

Web Developer

Washington, DC · On-site

$105K - $170K/yr

Education and Work Experience 3-15 years of relevant experience, with placement (Mid, Senior, or ... We do that by leveraging game-changing intellectual property, cloud infrastructure expertise, and a ...

Belay Technologies

DevOps Engineer

Annapolis, MD · On-site

$90K - $240K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Amazon Prime, gym reimbursement, monthly lunches, games and prizes * Pet adoption program, generous ... experience, education, specific skills and competencies and certifications. Belay offers a ...

Belay Technologies

DevOps Engineer

Annapolis Junction, MD · On-site

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Amazon Prime, gym reimbursement, monthly lunches, games and prizes * Pet adoption program, generous ... experience, education, specific skills and competencies and certifications. Belay offers a ...

Belay Technologies

DevOps Engineer

Annapolis, MD · On-site

$90K - $240K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Amazon Prime, gym reimbursement, monthly lunches, games and prizes * Pet adoption program, generous ... experience, education, specific skills and competencies and certifications. Belay offers a ...

Visionist

Embedded Developer

Fort George G Meade, MD · On-site

$125K - $180K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Join a company that feels like a family with regular happy hours, baseball games, activity clubs ... education/certifications, contract specifications, market conditions, etc. Not a good fit? Check ...

Visionist, Inc.

Embedded Developer

Fort George G Meade, MD · On-site

$125K - $180K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Join a company that feels like a family with regular happy hours, baseball games, activity clubs ... education/certifications, contract specifications, market conditions, etc. ----- Not a good fit?

Visionist, Inc.

Embedded Developer

Fort George G Meade, MD · On-site

$125K - $180K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Join a company that feels like a family with regular happy hours, baseball games, activity clubs ... education/certifications, contract specifications, market conditions, etc. Not a good fit? Check ...

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How much do educational game developer jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 19, 2026, the average yearly pay for educational game developer in Washington, DC is $122,854.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $92,300.00 and $140,400.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What does an educational game developer do?

An Educational Game Developer designs and creates interactive games that teach specific concepts or skills. They blend instructional design with game mechanics to make learning engaging and effective. Their work involves programming, graphic design, storytelling, and collaboration with educators. The goal is to create games that are both fun and educational, catering to various age groups and learning objectives.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an educational game developer?

To thrive as an Educational Game Developer, you need a strong grasp of instructional design, game development, and programming languages such as C# or Python, often supported by a degree in computer science, education, or related fields. Familiarity with game engines like Unity or Unreal, experience with e-learning platforms, and relevant certifications such as Unity Certified Developer are commonly required. Creativity, collaboration skills, and a passion for educational outcomes help candidates excel in this position. These skills are essential to effectively design engaging, interactive experiences that support learning objectives and meet both technical and pedagogical standards.

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Educational Game Developer jobs near you
Infographic showing various Educational Game Developer job openings in Washington, DC as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 90% Full Time, and 10% Part Time. Highlights an 89% In-person, and 11% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $122,854 per year, or $59.1 per hour.

Simulation Developer

ManTech International

Quantico, VA • On-site

$141K - $236K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Life, Retirement, PTO

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Job description

General information
Requisition #
R68537
Locations
USA-VA-Quantico
Posting Date
06/09/2026
Security Clearance Required
TS/SCI
Remote Type
Onsite
Time Type
Full time
Description & Requirements
Shape the future of defense with MANTECH! Join a team dedicated to safeguarding our nation through advanced tech and innovative solutions. Since 1968, we've been a trusted partner to the Department of Defense, delivering cutting-edge projects that make a real impact. Dive into exciting opportunities in Cybersecurity, IT, Data Analytics and more. Propel your career forward and be part of something extraordinary. Your journey starts now-protect and innovate with MANTECH!
MANTECH seeks a motivated, career and customer-oriented SIMULATION DEVELOPER to join our team in QUANTICO, VA.
Join a high-impact team supporting the Marine Corps Warfighting Lab's transition to digital wargaming. As a Simulation Developer, you will serve as a trusted advisor to our customers, ensuring the technical architecture of wargames is robust and reliable while directly shaping the tools used to prepare Marines for the future fight.
Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
  • Designs, develops, and sustains simulation models and environments using a variety of programming languages, tools, and data sources
  • Integrates models and simulations into larger system architectures and supports Marine Corps Warfighting Laboratory (MCWL) Wargaming Division efforts for interoperability testing and model orchestration
  • Collaborates with engineers, analysts, and operational subject matter experts to enhance model fidelity and ensure simulation accuracy
  • Implements new features, conducts model testing and validation, and troubleshoots issues across evolving simulation platforms
  • Leads and supports planning, coordination, and documentation activities for simulation projects, including data collection, stakeholder alignment, and capability tracking

Minimum Qualifications:
  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Game Development, or a related technical field
  • Minimum of 7 years of software development experience focused on simulation or game-based environments. A total of 10 years' experience without a degree.
  • Proficiency in programming languages such as C++, C#, Python, or Java
  • Experience with simulation platforms or engines such as AFSIM, NGTS, OneSAF, Unity, Unreal Engine, Simio, or Arena
  • Familiarity with version control systems and collaborative software development workflows

Preferred Qualifications:
  • Understanding of modeling and simulation principles in military or operational contexts
  • Familiarity with mission engineering, wargaming, campaign analysis, or Naval Capabilities Integration Process (NCIP), and associated military systems/processes
  • Knowledge of 3D graphics, physics engines, and database management systems (e.g., SQL)
  • Experience applying Agile or Scrum development methodologies in simulation projects
  • Strong communication, analytical, and cross-functional collaboration skills

Clearance Requirements:
  • Must possess a current/active TS/SCI security clearance.

Physical Requirements:
  • Must be able and willing to perform occasional manual labor and warehouse duties, with the ability to lift up to 50 pounds. Must be able to remain in a stationary position 50% of the time.
  • Needs to occasionally move about inside the office to access file cabinets, office machinery, etc.
  • Frequently communicates with co-workers, management, and customers, which may involve delivering presentations. Must be able to exchange accurate information in these situations

The projected compensation range for this position is $141,500.00-$236,000.00. There are differentiating factors that can impact a final salary/hourly rate, including, but not limited to, Contract Wage Determination, relevant work experience, skills and competencies that align to the specified role, geographic location (For Remote Opportunities), education and certifications as well as Federal Government Contract Labor categories. In addition, MANTECH invests in its employees beyond just compensation. MANTECH's benefits offerings include, dependent upon position, Health Insurance, Life Insurance, Paid Time Off, Holiday Pay, short-term and long-term Disability, Retirement and Savings, Learning and Development opportunities, wellness programs as well as other optional benefit elections.
MANTECH considers all qualified applicants for employment without regard to disability or veteran status or any other status protected under any federal, state, or local law or regulation.
If you need a reasonable accommodation to apply for a position with MANTECH, please email us at careers@mantech.com and provide your name and contact information.

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