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Stardock Corporation

Senior Game Developer

Plymouth, MI · On-site

$120K - $160K/yr

Education and/or Experience Desired: * 7+ years of experience in game or simulation development. * Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Mathematics, or relevant field. * Strong C ...

Stardock Corporation

Senior Game Developer

Plymouth, MI · On-site

$120K - $160K/yr

Education and/or Experience Desired: * 7+ years of experience in game or simulation development. * Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Mathematics, or relevant field. * Strong C ...

Bluberi

Game Software Developer III

Austin, TX · On-site

... engineering, game design, audio engineering, and quality assurance. Operating in a hybrid model in ... Preferred Education & Experience: * Experience with C++ and C for tool and engine support preferred.

Code Plus Inc

3D Game Developer - XR/VR

Petersburg, VA · On-site

We are seeking a 3D Developer / Game Developer with Virtual Reality (VR) and Extended Reality (XR ... Army training and education initiatives at CASCOM in Fort Lee,VA. Program: U.S. Army - CASCOM ...

Code Plus Inc

3D Game Developer - XR/VR

Petersburg, VA · On-site

We are seeking a 3D Developer / Game Developer with Virtual Reality (VR) and Extended Reality (XR ... Army training and education initiatives at CASCOM in Fort Lee,VA. Program: U.S. Army - CASCOM ...

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How much do freelance educational game developer jobs pay per hour?

As of Jun 12, 2026, the average hourly pay for freelance educational game developer in the United States is $22.97, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $18.75 and $18.75 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Freelance Educational Game Developer vs Educational Game Designer?

AspectFreelance Educational Game DeveloperEducational Game Designer
CredentialsTypically requires a background in game development, programming, or related fields; certifications are optionalUsually holds degrees or certifications in education, instructional design, or game design
Work EnvironmentFreelance, project-based, remote or on-siteEmployed by companies or educational institutions, often in office settings or remote
Industry UsageCommonly hired for development projects across various educational sectorsDesigns educational content and game mechanics, often collaborating with developers

While both roles focus on educational content, Freelance Educational Game Developers primarily handle the technical development and programming of educational games on a freelance basis. Educational Game Designers focus on designing the learning experience and game mechanics, often working within organizations. The roles overlap in skills but differ in responsibilities and work settings.

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Senior Game Developer

Senior Game Developer

Stardock Corporation

Plymouth, MI • On-site

$120K - $160K/yr

Full-time

Posted 26 days ago

Job description

Are you an avid gamer interested in creating awesome games? Stardock is currently seeking a talented Senior Game Developer. The ideal candidate is well versed in C++, has shipped titles in the past and loves strategy games. This is a salaried, full-time position at our Plymouth, Michigan office and relocation assistance will be provided.


Primary Responsibilities Include:

  • Implement low level systems such as windowing, controllers, rendering, audio, and networking.
  • Architect, build and maintain core systems in modern C++ on multicore CPUs.
  • Write technical documents describing core systems.
  • Mentor and collaborate with other developers in a team environment.
  • Work closely with Design, Production, and Art to develop requirements and implementation plans.
  • Manage timelines and milestones to meet stakeholder expectations.
  • Work closely with Production and QA to address bugs.


Education and/or Experience Desired:

  • 7+ years of experience in game or simulation development.
  • Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Mathematics, or relevant field.
  • Strong C++ background.
  • Passion for games and game design.
  • Self-motivated and loves solving problems.
  • Experience with modern graphics APIs (DirectX, OpenGL, Vulkan, Metal).
  • Expertise in several of the following: Optimization, networking, UI/UX, AI, generative AI, physics, data management, graphics, gameplay, audio, HLSL/GLSL shaders, pipelines, terrain.
  • Able to learn new technology quickly and execute on a schedule in a fast-paced cross-discipline team environment.
  • Experienced with version control software (e.g. Perforce, SVN, etc.).


The salary for this position ranges from $120,000 to $160,000 annually, depending on your qualifications, experience, and expertise. Stardock is committed to offering a competitive compensation package tailored to the right candidate.

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