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Freelance Game Simulation Programmer Jobs in Georgetown, TX

Apple

Design Verification Engineer

Austin, TX · On-site

$134K - $164K/yr

Do you love working on challenges that no one has solved yet and changing the game? We have an ... as simulators, waveform viewers Build and run automation, coverage collection, gate level ...

Apple

Design Verification Engineer

Austin, TX · On-site

$134K - $164K/yr

Do you love working on challenges that no one has solved yet and changing the game? We have an ... as simulators, waveform viewers, Build and run automation, coverage collection, gate level ...

Apple

Design Verification Engineer

Austin, TX

$134K - $164K/yr

Do you love working on challenges that no one has solved yet and changing the game? We have an ... as simulators, waveform viewers Build and run automation, coverage collection, gate level ...

Advanced Micro Devices

SOC Performance Engineer

Austin, TX · On-site

$120 - $180/hr

The team's mandate is to analyze and optimize the architectural performance of AMD's PC and Gaming ... Run performance simulations and analyze results to evaluate architectural features * Analyze the ...

Certain Affinity, Inc.

Senior Technical Artist

Austin, TX · On-site

$125K - $150K/yr

... Engineering, VFX, and Rendering to develop tools, workflows, materials, simulations, and content ... Requirements * 5+ years of game industry experience, with 4+ years in a Technical Artist role

Certain Affinity, Inc.

Senior Technical Artist

Austin, TX · On-site

$120 - $180/hr

... Engineering, VFX, and Rendering to develop tools, workflows, materials, simulations, and content ... Requirements * 5+ years of game industry experience, with 4+ years in a Technical Artist role

Certain Affinity, Inc

Senior Technical Artist

Austin, TX · On-site

$125K - $150K/yr

... Engineering, VFX, and Rendering to develop tools, workflows, materials, simulations, and content ... Requirements * 5+ years of game industry experience, with 4+ years in a Technical Artist role

Apple

Design Verification Engineer

Austin, TX

$134K - $164K/yr

Do you love working on challenges that no one has solved yet and changing the game? We have an ... as simulators, waveform viewers, Build and run automation, coverage collection, gate level ...

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How much do freelance game simulation programmer jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 21, 2026, the average yearly pay for freelance game simulation programmer in Georgetown, TX is $86,070.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $22,300.00 and $135,200.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Freelance Game Simulation Programmer vs Freelance Game Developer?

AspectFreelance Game Simulation ProgrammerFreelance Game Developer
Primary FocusCreating realistic simulations and physics models for gamesDesigning, coding, and implementing overall game features and mechanics
Skills & CredentialsProgramming, physics, mathematics, simulation software knowledgeProgramming, game design, UI/UX, storytelling
Work EnvironmentProject-based, often collaborating with artists and designersEnd-to-end game development, often solo or small teams
Industry UsageUsed in simulation-heavy games, VR, AR, training appsUsed across all game genres and platforms

While both roles involve programming skills, a Freelance Game Simulation Programmer specializes in creating realistic physics and simulation models, whereas a Freelance Game Developer handles the overall game design and development process. The choice depends on whether your expertise is in simulation technology or broader game creation.

Freelance Game Simulation Programmer jobs near you
Infographic showing various Freelance Game Simulation Programmer job openings in Georgetown, TX as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 66% Full Time, 22% Part Time, 2% Temporary, and 10% Contract. Highlights an 86% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 13% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $86,070 per year, or $41.4 per hour.

Signal and Power Integrity Engineer - New College Grad 2026

Nvidia Corporation

Austin, TX • On-site

$165K/yr

Full-time

Re-posted 3 days ago

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9.6

Company rating: 9.6 out of 10

Based on 17 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

7th of 245 rated software companies

Job description

We are now looking for a Signal & Power Integrity Engineer!
NVIDIA has continuously reinvented itself over two decades. Our invention of the GPU in 1999 sparked the growth of the PC gaming market, redefined modern computer graphics, and revolutionized parallel computing. More recently, GPU deep learning ignited modern AI - the next era of computing. NVIDIA is a "learning machine" that constantly evolves by adapting to new opportunities that are hard to solve, that only we can tackle, and that matter to the world. This is our life's work, to amplify human imagination and intelligence. This is a dynamic team working with state of the art, unique technology. If you are someone that loves a challenge, come join this diverse team and help move the needle!
What you'll be doing:
  • Work on crafting creative Signal Integrity solutions to complex system design problems.
  • Modeling and Optimization of vias, connectors, sockets, breakouts and various system components in 3D EM tools.
  • System-level signal integrity simulations of high-speed NVlink 200Gbs+, USB-4, PCIe5, GDDR6, LP5X and other interfaces.
  • Constant improvements of SI models using data from lab measurements and/or modelling tool/methodology updates.
  • Substrate and board layout SI guidelines creation, review and post layout SI extractions.
  • Simulation automation, data gathering, analysis and visualization using JMP, MATLAB or similar tools.
  • Opportunity to work in a dynamic cross-functional role to optimize package, PCB, ASIC, mixed signal circuit.

What we need to see:
  • Graduating with an MS and/or PhD in Electrical and Computer Engineering (or equivalent experience).
  • Strong technical background in applied electromagnetics, waveguides, transmission line theory and signal processing will be highly valued.
  • Familiarity with signal and power integrity concepts, design and analysis.
  • Exposure to channel SI time domain simulations.
  • Hands on use of 3-D modeling tools like ANSYS HFSS/Q3D, 2.5-D with ANSYS SIWAVE or similar and 2D such as Ansys2D.
  • Familiarity with use of VNA, TDR, DSO, ParBERT and use of tools/applications like ADS, Ansys Designer, JMP, Matlab, Cadence Allegro.
  • Scripting skills for data post-processing, tool development and/or process automation.

Ways to stand out from the crowd:
  • Published research related to technical areas associated with the job opening.
  • Exposure to board/pkg technology & design.
  • Understanding of circuit equalization techniques.
  • Exposure to PDN evaluation using layout extraction tools for packages and PCBs and spice-based time domain simulations.
  • Knowledge of programming language(s), especially Python

NVIDIA is widely considered one of the technology world's most desirable employers. We employ some of the most forward-thinking and talented people in the world.
Your base salary will be determined based on your location, experience, and the pay of employees in similar positions. The base salary range is 116,000 USD - 189,750 USD for Level 2, and 136,000 USD - 218,500 USD for Level 3.
You will also be eligible for equity and benefits.
Applications for this job will be accepted at least until March 26, 2026.
This posting is for an existing vacancy.
NVIDIA uses AI tools in its recruiting processes.
NVIDIA is committed to fostering a diverse work environment and proud to be an equal opportunity employer. As we highly value diversity in our current and future employees, we do not discriminate (including in our hiring and promotion practices) on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, disability status or any other characteristic protected by law.

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About Nvidia

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NVIDIA has been transforming computer graphics, PC gaming, and accelerated computing for more than 25 years. It's a unique legacy of innovation that's fueled by great technology--and amazing people. Today, we're tapping into the unlimited potential of AI to define the next era of computing. An era in which our GPU acts as the brains of computers, robots, and self-driving cars that can understand the world. Doing what's never been done before takes vision, innovation, and the world's best talent.

Industry

Computer and electronic product manufacturing

Company size

10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

Santa Clara, CA, US

Year founded

1993

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